Travel Nurse RN - Pediatrics OR - Operating Room
Boston, Massachusetts
Boston Children's Hospital

Pediatric OR Registered Nurse Travel/Contract Job - Boston, MA

Job Summary

• Position: Pediatric Operating Room Registered Nurse (RN)
• Location: Boston, Massachusetts
• Employment Type: Travel/Contract
• Shift: Day shift, 4 shifts per week, 10 hours each (6:45 AM - 5:00 PM)
• Contract Length: 13 weeks
• Facility Type: Acute Care, Magnet recognized, Level I Trauma, NICU Level III/IV
• High acuity operating room environment
• Pediatric experience required
• Call requirements:

  • Short call up to 3 times every 6 weeks
  • Up to 4 off shifts every 6 weeks
  • Up to 1 weekend shift and 1 weekend call every 6 weeks
  • Holiday shift and call coverage as needed

Required Qualifications

• Current, valid RN license for Massachusetts
• Pediatric nursing experience with proficiency in operating room procedures
• Advanced certifications as applicable to pediatric OR nursing:

  • BLS (Basic Life Support) - AHA or American Red Cross
  • ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) - required if assignment extends beyond 13 weeks or for certain pediatric intensive care units
  • PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) - required for pediatric clinical positions
  • NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program) - preferred for NICU assignments
• Proof of professional certification verification within 30 days prior to start
• Skills checklist specific to the unit within one year prior to start

Experience Requirements

• Pediatric nursing experience required (minimum years not explicitly stated, but pediatric experience is emphasized)
• Prior travel experience is not explicitly required

Health and Safety Requirements

• Physical exam within 1 year of start, cleared to work with no restrictions
• Immunizations and testing required prior to start:

  • Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap (Tdap must be given after age 11)
  • Negative TB test (T-Spot or QuantiFERON within 90 days prior to start or 2-step TB skin test)
  • MMR (Measles, Mumps, Rubella) - proof of 2 vaccinations or positive titer
  • Hepatitis B - series completion or declination form
  • Varicella - proof of 2 vaccinations or positive titer
  • Seasonal Flu vaccine or approved exemption (required during flu season, 8/01 – 3/31)
  • COVID-19 vaccine or approved exemption (facility-specific requirements apply)
• 9 Panel Drug Screen within last 12 months (not required for Advanced Practice Nurses)
• Respiratory Safety Clearance required for all travelers; facility-specific fit testing completed onsite

Background and Compliance

• 10-year criminal background check required within 6 months prior to start, including aliases and multiple federal/state databases
• Massachusetts CORI release required within 60 days of start
• EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks required
• Massachusetts Statewide iCORI clearance required within 6 months of start
• EEC Background Check Consent Form required for fingerprinting and clearance
• Two professional references from two separate employers within the last 3 places of employment
• Employment application with 10-year work history; gaps over 30 days require explanation

Additional Information

• Charting system: Cerner
• Scrub color: OR provided; other units any solid color
• Parking: Discounted day passes with shuttle service; free parking for night shifts
• Onboarding packet to be completed approximately 2 weeks prior to start
• Unit managers will monitor compliance with required documentation and forms during assignment

This position offers an opportunity to work in a high-acuity pediatric operating room within a prestigious acute care and teaching hospital environment. Candidates must be prepared to meet rigorous credentialing, immunization, and background check requirements prior to assignment start.