Location: Boston, Massachusetts

Start Date: 08-24-2026

Contract Type: Per-Diem

Shift Type: Flexible per diem shifts, 12-hour shifts, schedule varies based on availability

Hours per Week: 36

Candidate Pay Rate: $59 per hour

About United Health Care Staffing

At United Health Care Staffing (UHC Staffing), we believe healthcare staffing should be more than just finding a job. We are here to connect amazing professionals with opportunities that make their careers exciting, rewarding, and meaningful. With us, you're not just signing up for a contract you are joining a team that's got your back, answers your calls, and maybe even cracks a joke or two to brighten your day. Think of us as the travel buddy who handles the logistics while you focus on what you do best helping people heal.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Provide compassionate, family-centered care to pediatric patients on the Med/Surg unit
• Assess, plan, and implement individualized nursing care plans
• Administer medications and monitor patient responses accurately
• Collaborate with physicians, specialists, and other healthcare professionals to ensure optimal outcomes
• Educate patients and families about treatment plans, medications, and discharge instructions
• Document patient care thoroughly and timely in the electronic health record

Qualifications

• Active and unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license in Massachusetts
• Current BLS/CPR certification (American Heart Association)
• Previous med/surg or pediatric nursing experience preferred
• Strong assessment, critical thinking, and communication skills
• Ability to adapt quickly in a fast-paced clinical environment

Knowledge & Skills

• Pediatric assessment and developmental considerations
• Medication administration and dosage calculation
• IV therapy and monitoring skills
• Family-centered communication and patient education
• Electronic health record (EHR) proficiency
• Priority setting and time management in acute care settings

Benefits

• Flexible scheduling to fit your lifestyle
• Opportunity to work in a specialized pediatric med/surg unit
• Supportive and collaborative interdisciplinary team
• Professional development and continuing education opportunities
• Gain diverse clinical experience with a variety of patient cases

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