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RN/LPN

Worcester, MA · On-site

$27.25 - $37/hr

Delivering the highest level of clinical standards, Maxim serves the needs of adult and pediatric patients who require care in the comfort of their home. In addition to RN/LPN/LVN positions, we ...

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How much do pediatric rn jobs pay per week?

As of Aug 9, 2026, the average weekly pay for pediatric rn in Worcester, MA is $2,101.02, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $1,419.23 and $2,609.62 per week, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are some common challenges pediatric RNs face when caring for children and their families?

Pediatric RNs often encounter the challenge of communicating complex medical information in a way that is understandable and comforting to both young patients and their families. They must also manage the emotional needs of children who may be scared or unable to fully express their symptoms, while supporting anxious parents or guardians. Additionally, Pediatric RNs need to be adept at working within multidisciplinary teams, coordinating with physicians, child life specialists, and other healthcare professionals to deliver comprehensive care. These challenges require strong communication skills, patience, and adaptability.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a pediatric RN?

To thrive as a Pediatric RN, you need a solid background in pediatric nursing, child development, and acute care, typically supported by an RN license and pediatric-specific certifications like PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support). Familiarity with pediatric EHR systems, specialized monitoring equipment, and medication administration for children is crucial. Compassion, patience, and effective communication with both young patients and their families are standout soft skills in this role. These skills and qualities are essential for delivering safe, age-appropriate care and building trust with children and their caregivers during critical health situations.

What is the difference between Pediatric Rn vs Pediatric Nurse Practitioner?

AspectPediatric RnPediatric Nurse Practitioner
CredentialsRegistered Nurse (RN) license, Pediatric-specific trainingRN license, Master's degree or higher, Nurse Practitioner certification
Work EnvironmentHospitals, clinics, pediatric wards, outpatient settingsPrimary care clinics, specialty practices, hospitals, outpatient clinics
ResponsibilitiesProvide basic nursing care, administer medications, assist in proceduresDiagnose illnesses, develop treatment plans, prescribe medications

The main difference between a Pediatric Rn and a Pediatric Nurse Practitioner is their scope of practice. Pediatric Rns provide essential nursing care under supervision, while Pediatric Nurse Practitioners have advanced training allowing them to diagnose and treat illnesses independently. Both roles are vital in pediatric healthcare, but Nurse Practitioners have a broader scope and more autonomy.

What is a pediatric RN?

Pediatric Registered Nurses (Pediatric RNs) are specialized nurses who provide medical care to infants, children, and adolescents. They work in hospitals, clinics, doctors’ offices, and other healthcare settings, focusing on the unique health needs of young patients. Pediatric RNs perform tasks such as administering medications, monitoring vital signs, educating families, and assisting pediatricians during examinations and treatments. Their role also includes offering emotional support to both patients and their families throughout the healthcare process.

What does a pediatric RN do?

A pediatric registered nurse (RN) provides medical care for children—infants, young children, and adolescent patients. In this career, you may work for a hospital, physician’s office, or another health care facility that deals with children. Pediatric RNs can also assist physicians and monitor patients in hospital ICUs, surgery centers, and facilities for treating chronic conditions. Your job duties include collecting pertinent data about the patient, assessing each patient’s condition, taking vital signs, looking for developmental issues, and administering immunizations. Children are often anxious or afraid of going to the doctor or hospital; pediatric RNs are trained to help alleviate their fears and make them feel comfortable. You also explain any health issues you find during the examination to the patient’s parents, describing the treatment plan recommended by the doctor and how to provide care at home, if necessary.

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Infographic showing various Pediatric Rn job openings in Worcester, MA as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% As Needed, 55% Full Time, 17% Part Time, and 26% Contract. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $109,253 per year, or $52.5 per hour.

Registered Nurse Pediatrics

Newton-Wellesley Hospital

Newton, MA • On-site

Other

Posted 2 days ago

New


Job description

Site: Newton-Wellesley Hospital


Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.


Job Summary

16 hour nights two 8 hr shifts 11:15p-7:15a. Every other weekend (Friday and Saturday) every other holiday. 2 years pediatric experience required.
The registered nurse renders highly professional and technical nursing care to assigned patients. The registered nurse provides direct and indirect patient care using the nursing process (assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation). Oversees other assigned team members and collaborates with a multidisciplinary team to provide population specific care in accordance with the BORN regulations and professional standards of care.
Specialty Area Additional Requirements: (Adult GI, ARTC, Cancer Center, Cardiovascular Center, Device Clinic, ED, ICU, L&D/AETU, Maternal Fetal Medicine, Med/Surg, Mother/Baby, OR, PACU/Henderson, Pediatrics, Pedi GI, Psychiatry, SCN, STAT RN, Primary Care Triage RN included)
Adult GI: 2 years Critical Care/GI experience required, unless otherwise noted in job posting. ACLS required within first year of employment, CCGRN certification preferred.
Assisted Reproductive Technologies Clinic (ARTC): As a dual practice, supporting BWH and MGH fertility practices, the ART nurse must have the ability to provide competent compassionate care and should demonstrate advanced knowledge of reproductive health and treatment options. BSN is required upon employment and the competitions of the ASRM RN certificate course within 1st year of employment. Minimum 1 year working in reproductive endocrinology practice is required.
Cancer Center: Minimum one year experience administering chemotherapy single agent and multi drug regimen in the outpatient setting required. Thorough assessment skills and knowledge of Hematology/Oncology disease pathophysiology, acute and chronic side effects of treatment required. Knowledge and experience in medical oncology nursing required, unless otherwise noted in job posting. 3 years' experience in ambulatory oncology nursing strongly preferred. Oncology Nursing Certification (OCN) or obtained within first year of hire required .Chemotherapy/Biotherapy Administration Certification Card required. Oncology Nursing Society strongly preferred.
Cardiovascular Center: 2 years Critical Care experience required. Cardiac ICU, CCU, or Cardiac Surgery, Cath Lab experience preferred unless otherwise noted in job posting. Previous interventional radiology and/or electrophysiology experience required; proficiency in IV catheter insertion and IV sedation in an acute procedural setting preferred. BLS/ACLS certification required upon employment.
Device Clinic: The Device Clinic RN performs a variety of patient care and technical duties in our outpatient Device Clinic, including interrogation and programming; trans-telephonic pace-maker follow-up; and follow-up of patients participating in research studies and clinical trials in cardiac pacing. 2 years device clinic experience with pace maker programming and clinic follow-up required. Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS), and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certifications required. HRS/NASP certification preferred.
ED: 2 years ED experience required, unless otherwise noted in job posting. ACLS, PALS, and CPI certifications required within first year of employment. CEN or CCRN preferred.
ICU: 2 years Critical Care experience required, unless otherwise noted in job posting. ACLS is required within first year of employment.
Labor & Delivery/AETU: Experience with Fetal Monitoring is preferred. 2 years L&D experience required, unless otherwise noted in job posting. NRP required within the first year of employment.
Maternal Fetal Medicine: Performs perinatal procedures for high risk pregnant population in the Maternal Fetal Medicine Practice at Newton-Wellesley Hospital. Assists in a standardized approach to Fetal Monitoring following the Nursing Standards of Fetal Monitoring Care. Minimum of two years of clinical experience in perinatal services is required. Minimum 1 year working in reproductive endocrinology practice is required. BSN in Nursing is required. BLS is required prior to hire. ACLS is preferred.
Med/Surg: 1 year Med/Surg experience is required, unless otherwise noted in job posting. Telemetry experience is preferred as telemetry training is required within the first year of employment.
Mother/Baby: Experience with Fetal Monitoring is preferred. 2 years Mother/baby experience required, unless otherwise noted in job posting. NRP required within first year of employment.
OR: Completion of a Peri-operative Nursing Program preferred. 2 years OR experience required, unless otherwise noted in job posting. AORN certification preferred.
PACU/Henderson: 2 years Critical Care/PACU experience required, unless otherwise noted in job posting. PACU: ACLS and PALS required within first year of employment. PACU/Henderson: CPAN/CAPA certification preferred.
Pediatrics: 2 years Pediatrics experience required, unless otherwise noted in job posting. NRP required within first year of employment when cross trained for mother/baby.
Pedi GI: 2 years Pedi GI experience required, unless otherwise noted in job posting. PALS required within first year of employment.
Psychiatry: 2 years Psychiatry experience required, unless otherwise noted in job posting. CPI required within first month of employment.
SCN: 2 years SCN experience required, unless otherwise noted in job posting. NRP required within first year of employment.
STAT RN: The STAT Registered Nurse supports the care of unstable and critically ill patients throughout the Hospital when census and/or acuity dictate. 2 years Critical Care/Emergency nursing experience required, unless otherwise noted in job posting. ACLS, PALS and CPI required within first year of employment.
Primary Care Triage RN: 2 years Triage, ER, Urgent Care, or Out Patient experience required, unless otherwise noted in job posting. Ambulatory Care Nursing Certification ANCC RN-BC preferred.


Qualifications

Education Other Certificate/Diploma Nursing required and Bachelor's Degree Nursing preferred Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? No Licenses and Credentials Registered Nurse [RN - State License] - Generic - HR Only required Experience Demonstrated clinical competence and experience as required by the specific job posting/specialty area. required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities - Uses the nursing process and evidence based practice to ensure quality patient care is provided throughout the episode of care. - Creates and maintains a safe and therapeutic environment for patients, self, and co-workers. - Assures quality of nursing practice through participation in performance improvement activities. - Ensures complete, accurate, and timely written communication of patient information. - Provides safe, accurate, and timely medication and IV administration. - Coordinates and collaborates with other multidisciplinary team members to facilitate a comprehensive educational plan. - Physical Environment: The RN works in a variety of patient care environments where there may be exposure to communicable diseases and hazardous materials such as chemotherapeutic agents, radioisotopes, and radiation. - Caring for patients also involves exposure to human waste and other unpleasant elements. - Other duties may include general cleaning with exposure to dirt, odors, cramped quarters, etc. - RN's may work with angry, agitated, and combative patients.


Additional Job Details (if applicable)

Physical Requirements
  • Standing Frequently (34-66%)
  • Walking Frequently (34-66%)
  • Sitting Occasionally (3-33%)
  • Lifting Frequently (34-66%) 35lbs+ (w/assisted device)
  • Carrying Frequently (34-66%) 20lbs - 35lbs
  • Pushing Occasionally (3-33%)
  • Pulling Occasionally (3-33%)
  • Climbing Rarely (Less than 2%)
  • Balancing Frequently (34-66%)
  • Stooping Occasionally (3-33%)
  • Kneeling Occasionally (3-33%)
  • Crouching Occasionally (3-33%)
  • Crawling Rarely (Less than 2%)
  • Reaching Frequently (34-66%)
  • Gross Manipulation (Handling) Frequently (34-66%)
  • Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%)
  • Feeling Constantly (67-100%)
  • Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%)
  • Vision - Far Constantly (67-100%)
  • Vision - Near Constantly (67-100%)
  • Talking Constantly (67-100%)
  • Hearing Constantly (67-100%)

  • Remote Type

    Onsite


    Work Location

    2014 Washington Street


    Scheduled Weekly Hours

    16


    Employee Type

    Regular


    Work Shift

    Night (United States of America)


    Pay Range

    $41.38 - $100.00/Hourly


    Grade

    RN2600


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    EEO Statement:

    4100 Newton-Wellesley Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran's Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.


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