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

Registered Nurse (Peds IV Therapy RN) - Travel/Contract

Location: Boston, Massachusetts
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Summary

Seeking a Pediatric IV Therapy Registered Nurse with experience in ultrasound-guided IV placement and use of vein finders. The role requires working on a pediatric vascular access team, with skills in IV placement across pediatric to adult populations, including specialties such as Hematology-Oncology and ICU.

Requirements

• Specialty: Pediatric IV Therapy RN
• Years of Experience: Minimum 2 years in specialty (Pediatric IV Therapy)
• Prior Travel Experience: Not required (first-timers accepted)
• Certifications Required:

  • BLS (Basic Life Support)
  • PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) required for specific units
  • ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) required if assignment extends past 13 weeks in certain units
  • NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program) preferred for NICU
  • Chemo certification required for Oncology units
• Work Schedule:

  • Weekend shifts 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:

    • 7:00 AM - 7:30 PM
    • 11:00 AM - 11:30 PM
    • 3:00 PM - 3:30 AM

Skills & Experience

• Ultrasound-guided IV placement and vein finder experience required
• Experience on a pediatric vascular access team required
• Pediatric Vascular Access Specialist (VAS) experience required, including Hematology-Oncology and ICU
• Ability to work with pediatric to adult populations

Facility Highlights

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

Additional Requirements & Compliance

• Proof of name change documentation if applicable
• Background checks including 10-year criminal history and various federal/state sanctions
• Massachusetts CORI release required within 60 days of start
• Various health and immunization requirements including:

  • Physical exam within 1 year of start
  • Tdap, MMR, Varicella, Hepatitis B, TB testing, Flu and COVID vaccinations or approved exemptions
  • Drug screening (9 panel) within last 12 months (not required for APN)
• Respiratory safety clearance required (RespSafety questionnaire and clearance)
• Professional references: 2 verified from last 3 employers
• Employment application with 10-year work history and explanation for gaps over 30 days
• Skills checklist specific to scope of practice within 1 year prior to start

Notes

• Locals within 50 miles accepted
• Parking available with discounted rates and free parking for night shifts
• Onsite fit testing and facility-specific orientation provided
• Onboarding packet to be completed approximately 2 weeks prior to start

This position is ideal for a Pediatric IV Therapy RN with strong vascular access skills looking for a travel contract in a high-acuity, Magnet-recognized pediatric hospital setting.