Pediatric Operating Room RN
Boston, Massachusetts
Boston Children's Hospital

Job Opportunity: Pediatric OR Registered Nurse

Location: Boston, Massachusetts
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Description

• Position: Registered Nurse in the Operating Room (OR) with pediatric experience
• High acuity level in the OR setting
• Manager seeks candidates with strong pediatric experience and proficiency in OR procedures
• Shift requirements:

  • Short call up to 3 times every six weeks
  • Up to 4 off shifts every six weeks
  • Up to 1 weekend shift and 1 weekend call every six weeks
  • Holiday shift and call coverage as needed

Required Qualifications

• Current Registered Nurse (RN) license valid in Massachusetts
• Pediatric nursing experience required (minimum 1 year recommended based on specialty and acuity)
• Proficiency working in the Operating Room environment
• Certifications (AHA or American Red Cross):

  • BLS (Basic Life Support) – required for all clinical positions
  • ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) – required for cardiovascular and pediatric intensive care units if assignment extends beyond 13 weeks
  • PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) – required for pediatric units
  • NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program) – preferred for NICU assignments
• Additional certifications may be required depending on unit (e.g., CHEMO for oncology, EFM for Labor & Delivery)

Experience

• Specialty: Registered Nurse with pediatric OR experience
• Years of Experience: At least 1 year pediatric nursing experience recommended
• Prior travel experience: Not explicitly required

Compliance and Documentation Requirements

• Proof of name change if applicable
• Background checks: 10-year criminal background check within 6 months prior to start, including multiple federal and state databases
• Massachusetts CORI release form required within 60 days of start
• EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks required
• State license verification within 30 days of start
• Professional certification verification within 30 days of start
• Health requirements:

  • Physical exam within 1 year, cleared to work with no restrictions
  • Immunizations and testing including:

    • Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap
    • Negative TB test or chest X-ray with follow-up if positive
    • MMR (Measles, Mumps, Rubella) vaccinations or positive titers
    • Hepatitis B vaccination or declination
    • Varicella vaccination or positive titer
    • Seasonal flu vaccine or approved exemption (required annually)
    • COVID-19 vaccination or approved exemption (preferred but not mandatory)
  • Drug screening (9-panel) within last 12 months (not required for advanced practice nurses)
• Respiratory safety clearance required for all travelers, with facility-specific fit testing completed onsite
• Two professional references from two of the last three employers required
• Employment application with 10-year work history and explanation for gaps over 30 days

Work Environment

• Acute care, high-acuity pediatric OR setting
• Magnet recognized facility with Level III/IV NICU and Level I Trauma designation
• Electronic charting system used (Cerner)
• Parking available with discounted rates and shuttle service; night shift parking free

Additional Notes

• Candidates must complete onboarding packet prior to start
• Various facility-specific forms and attestations required, including background check consent and data collection forms
• Flu and COVID vaccine exemptions require specific documentation and approval process
• Candidates must comply with all health and safety requirements to maintain assignment eligibility

This position is ideal for experienced pediatric OR nurses seeking a travel contract in a high-acuity, specialized pediatric surgical environment.