Pediatric Cardiac ICU RN
Boston, Massachusetts
Boston Children's Hospital

Job Opportunity: Pediatric Cardiac ICU Registered Nurse

Location

• Boston, Massachusetts

Position Details

• Specialty: Registered Nurse – Pediatric Cardiac ICU / CVICU / CICU
• Employment Type: Travel/Contract
• Contract Length: 13 weeks
• Shift: Night shift available (3 shifts of 12 hours, 7:30 PM to 7:00 AM)
• Hours per week: 36 hours
• Rotation: 50/50 Day/Night rotation available (7 AM/7 PM shifts) or permanent nights
• Float Opportunities: MSICU, MICU, NICU, ACCU

Required Experience

• Minimum 2 years of experience in critical care with children and adults with congenital heart disease
• Prior travel experience: Not accepted for first-timers (must have prior travel experience)

Required Certifications

• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
• Basic Life Support (BLS)
• Additional certifications may be required depending on unit (e.g., ACLS if assignment extends beyond 13 weeks)

Work Schedule Requirements

• Weekend requirement: Must work 3 out of every 6 weekends
• On-call: Not required

Licensure

• Must hold a valid Registered Nurse (RN) license for Massachusetts
• License verification must be completed within 30 days of start date

Background and Compliance Requirements

• 10-year criminal background check required within 6 months prior to start date, including all aliases and multiple federal/state databases
• Massachusetts CORI release required and must be completed within 60 days of start date
• Additional background checks and clearances as required by state and facility policies
• Two professional references from two separate employers within the last three years
• Employment application with 10-year work history; gaps over 30 days require explanation

Health and Immunization Requirements

• Physical exam within 1 year of start, cleared to work with no restrictions
• Immunizations and/or proof of immunity required for:

  • MMR (Measles, Mumps, Rubella)
  • Varicella
  • Hepatitis B (series or declination)
  • Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap
  • Negative TB test or chest x-ray within required timeframe
• Seasonal flu vaccine or approved exemption required annually (must be completed by November 14)
• COVID-19 vaccine or approved exemption required; seasonal COVID vaccine preferred but not mandatory
• Drug screening: 9-panel drug screen within last 12 months (not required for advanced practice nurses)

Competency and Skills Verification

• Pediatric Pharmacology Competency Exam required for RNs and LPNs (not required for APNs)
• Competency exam required (not required for APNs)
• Skills checklist specific to the unit within one year prior to start date

Additional Requirements

• Proof of name change documentation if applicable
• Respiratory Safety Agreement and clearance required; fit testing completed onsite
• Onboarding packet to be completed approximately 2 weeks prior to start date
• Must submit required forms and documentation within specified timeframes to avoid delays

This position is ideal for experienced pediatric cardiac ICU nurses with critical care expertise in congenital heart disease, who are comfortable with weekend shifts and rotating day/night schedules, and who meet comprehensive licensure, certification, and health compliance requirements.