Pediatric LPN
Worcester, Massachusetts
UMass Memorial Medical Center - Memorial Campus

Pediatrics (LVN / LPN) Travel/Contract Position

Location: Worcester, Massachusetts
Contract Length: 15 weeks

Job Details

• Work setting: Small pediatric office with 1-4 providers
• Shift: Day shift, Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM (40 hours/week)
• No weekend shifts required
• Charting system: Epic
• Local candidates preferred
• Contract end date: November 25, 2026
• Accepts first-time travel nurses (no prior travel experience required)

Required Qualifications

• Valid LPN / LVN license in Massachusetts
• Minimum 1 year of LPN / LVN experience within the last year
• Pediatrics experience
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification issued by the American Heart Association
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification issued by the American Heart Association

Compliance and Documentation Requirements

• Valid driver’s license or state ID
• Massachusetts Statewide (iCORI) Release required within 30 days prior to start
• 7-year criminal background check within 30 days of start, including SSN trace, county searches, national criminal search, and federal databases
• Education verification of highest completed education (transcript acceptable if verification unavailable)
• Required health documents within specified timeframes:

  • Physical exam within 12 months, including physician statement of fitness without restrictions
  • Negative TB test or chest X-ray as applicable
  • Immunizations or valid declinations for: Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap, MMR, Hepatitis B, Varicella, Flu, COVID-19 (most recent vaccine or facility-specific declination)
  • Drug screening within 30 days of start covering a comprehensive panel
• Pass medication competency exam with minimum 80% on first day of orientation
• NURSYS license verification within 30 days prior to start
• Employment application documenting 7 years of employment history with explanations for gaps over 30 days
• Two professional references within the last three years

Additional Notes

• Candidates must pass required medication and telemetry exams (if applicable) on the first day of orientation to avoid cancellation
• Some declinations (e.g., MMR, Hepatitis B, TDAP, Varicella) are not accepted for pediatric settings
• Facility-specific questionnaires and attestations related to TB and background checks are required
• Competency exams and certifications may be required or recommended depending on specialty and unit

This position offers a stable pediatric LPN role in a small office setting with a standard weekday schedule and no weekend work, ideal for those seeking travel contract experience without prior travel requirements.