Location: Boston, MA

Start Date: 03-30-2026

Contract Type: Per-Diem

Shift Type: 4-hour shift, specific start/end times and days to be confirmed (Pre-op, Pediatrics)

Candidate Pay Rate: $63 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 pre-operative nursing care to pediatric patients, ensuring comfort and safety
• Assess and prepare patients for procedures, including vital signs and pre-op screening
• Educate families and caregivers about pre-op instructions and what to expect
• Collaborate closely with surgeons, anesthesiology, and perioperative teams to coordinate care
• Document assessments, interventions, and patient education accurately in the medical record
• Support smooth patient flow through the pre-op area and help maintain a child-friendly environment
• Participate in orientation and ongoing quality improvement initiatives

Qualifications

• Active RN license in Massachusetts (or compact RN license as applicable)
• Clinical experience in pediatrics and/or pre-operative nursing preferred
• Basic Life Support (BLS) required; Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) preferred
• Strong communication skills for teaching and supporting families
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced surgical/pre-op setting
• Willingness to complete facility orientation and required onboarding

Education

• Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) or Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN); BSN preferred

Knowledge & Skills

• Pediatric assessment and age-appropriate communication
• Pre-op protocols and patient preparation workflows
• Familiarity with monitoring vital signs and recognizing changes in pediatric patients
• Patient and family education techniques tailored to caregivers
• Electronic medical record documentation and charting best practices
• Team-based collaboration with surgical and anesthesia teams

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental & vision coverage to keep you—and your family—healthy
• Paid Time Off so you can recharge and show up your best
• Orientation and onboarding support to set you up for success from day one
• Licensure assistance and reimbursement to help maintain your credentials
• Access to continuing education and professional development opportunities
• A supportive team environment where your pediatric expertise is valued
• Referral bonus program to reward you for bringing great people onboard
• 401K retirement savings plan and other long-term benefits

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