Pediatric Vascular Access RN
Boston, Massachusetts
Boston Children's Hospital

Registered Nurse Travel/Contract Position

Location: Boston, Massachusetts
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Requirements

• Specialty: Registered Nurse
• Experience: Minimum 2 years of experience required
• Prior Travel Experience: Not required (first-timers accepted)
• Certifications Required:

  • BLS (Basic Life Support)
• Skills Required:

  • Ultrasound guided IV placement
  • Vein finder experience
  • Pediatric vascular access team experience
  • Pediatric Vascular Access Specialist (VAS) experience (e.g., Hematology-Oncology, ICU)
  • IV placement skills
• Shift Details:

  • Weekend work required
  • Guaranteed 36 hours per week
  • Day/Night rotation with 12-hour shifts
  • Shift start times: 7 AM, 11 AM, 7 PM
  • Rotating shifts include:

    • 7 AM - 7:30 PM
    • 11 AM - 11:30 PM
    • 3 PM - 3:30 AM

Facility Highlights

• Acute Care Facility
• Magnet recognized
• NICU Level III/IV
• Trauma Level I
• Total staffed beds: 485
• Charting system: EPIC

Required Certifications & Competencies

• BLS (Basic Life Support) - AHA or American Red Cross only
• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) - Required for certain pediatric intensive care units if assignment extends beyond 13 weeks
• PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) - Required for clinical/allied positions in pediatric units
• NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program) - NICU must have PALS or NRP (NRP preferred)
• CHEMO certification - Required for Oncology
• EFM (Electronic Fetal Monitoring) - Required for Labor & Delivery (AWHONN preferred)
• Medication Test/Pharmacology Competency Exam - Required for all RNs and LPNs (not required for APNs)
• Competency Exam - Required (not required for APNs)
• Tech Cert Verification - Professional certification verification based on position (e.g., ARRT for Radiology)
• State License Verification - Must be verified within 30 days of start
• NURSYS Verification (RN, LPN/LVN, AP) - Must be verified within 30 days of start
• CPI (Crisis Prevention Institute) - Required for all Psych and Behavioral Health positions

Health & Compliance Requirements

• Background check: 10-year criminal background check within 6 months prior to start, including aliases and multiple federal/state databases
• Massachusetts CORI (iCORI) release required within 60 days of start
• Respiratory Safety Clearance (RespSafety) required for all travelers; facility-specific fit testing completed onsite
• Physical exam within 1 year of start, signed by MD, DO, PA, NP, or registered DC
• Immunizations and tests required prior to start:

  • Tdap (Tetanus/Diphtheria/Pertussis)
  • Negative TB test or chest X-ray (annual requirement)
  • TB Questionnaire (if past positive PPD)
  • MMR (Measles, Mumps, Rubella) - proof of 2 vaccinations or positive titer
  • Hepatitis B - series and/or declination or positive titer
  • Varicella - proof of 2 vaccinations or positive titer
  • Seasonal Flu Vaccine or approved exemption (must be current season)
  • COVID-19 Vaccine or approved exemption (initial series required; seasonal vaccine preferred but not mandatory)
• 9 Panel Drug Screen within last 12 months (not required for APNs)

Work History & References

• 10-year work history required on application
• Explanation required for gaps greater than 30 days
• Two professional references verified from two of the last three employers

Additional Notes

• Proof of name change required if documents are under different names
• Onboarding packet to be completed approximately 2 weeks prior to start
• Parking available with discounted rates and free parking for night shifts

This position offers a challenging pediatric nursing role requiring specialized vascular access skills and experience in a high-acuity, Magnet-recognized facility with a supportive team environment. Weekend availability and flexibility with rotating 12-hour shifts are essential.