Pediatrics Nurse Practitioner

Acute Care Pediatric Nurse Practitioner Boston, MA
Join a leading facility in Boston, Massachusetts, providing compassionate inpatient pediatric pain care.
This is your opportunity to work in a reputable facility with flexible weekend shifts, competitive pay, and a supportive team. Enjoy a predictable schedule, quick start timeline, and comprehensive benefits package.
Quick Facts

• Location: Boston, MA (300 Longwood Avenue, Boston, MA 02115)
• Start Date: 08/04/2026
• End Date: 11/03/2026 (with potential extension)
• Shift: 3x12-hour shifts/week, primarily on weekends; day and night shifts available (7a-7:30p or 7p-7:30a)
• Hours per week: 36 hours/week
• Employment Type: Contract (with possibility to extend)
• Licenses/Certs: MA license, PALS, BLS, DEA, COVID and Flu vaccines (or approved exemptions)
• Experience: Minimum 2 years pediatric acute care experience, certification as Peds NP or Pediatric Acute Care NP, expertise in pain management

Pay & Benefits

• Hourly Pay: $159.46/hour (regular rate), with overtime at 1.5x after 12 hours and double on holidays
• Benefits:
  • Competitive pay packages
  • Weekly pay via direct deposit
  • Comprehensive medical benefits (W-2)
  • Paid sick time per applicable laws
  • Licensure, certification, travel reimbursement when applicable
  • Robust referral bonus program
  • 24/7 dedicated team support throughout the assignment

What You ll Do

• Provide inpatient pediatric pain management support post-surgery (cancer pain, sickle cell, etc.)
• Monitor critically ill patients, including weaning from sedatives and on PCA/epidural pumps
• Collaborate with attending physicians and charge APRNs during shifts
• Conduct assessments, manage pain, and adjust treatment plans accordingly
• Document all patient care accurately in EPIC EMR system
• Support the care of patients on the pain service, ensuring high-quality, empathetic care
• Engage in weekends and night shifts with flexibility for preferred schedules

What You Need

• Board certification as a Pediatric NP or Pediatric Acute Care NP with relevant experience in pain management
• Massachusetts license (or must obtain prior to start)
• PALS certification, BLS, DEA registration
• Minimum of 2 years pediatric acute care experience
• Excellent assessment skills, clear communication, and ability to work independently and as part of a team

About the Assignment
This position is based in a leading facility in Boston, MA, specializing in inpatient care for pediatric pain management. You will work as part of a dedicated anesthesia and pain division team, taking care of complex cases in a dynamic inpatient environment. No procedures are required for this locum role; focus is on post-op pain management and critical patient assessment.

VHS is an Equal Opportunity Employer ( EEO )/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/E-Verify Employer and welcomes all to apply