First Connect Health is seeking a travel nurse RN Apheresis for a travel nursing job in Boston, Massachusetts.

Job Description & Requirements Specialty: Apheresis Discipline: RN Start Date: 12/07/2026 Duration: 13 weeks 40 hours per week Shift: 10 hours, days Employment Type: Travel HIGH-PAYING 40-HOUR DAY-SHIFT APHERESIS RN CONTRACT – BOSTON, MA An immediate 13-week travel contract opening is available for an experienced Apheresis Registered Nurse (RN) in Boston, MA 02115. Operating within an advanced donor and therapeutic apheresis center (Kraft Apheresis Staff) located in the historic Longwood Medical Area, this top-compensating clinical assignment offers a desirable 40-hour daytime schedule (Monday – Friday, 06:30 – 17:00 / 6:30 AM – 5:00 PM, with overnight and weekend on-call coverage). PREMIER HIGH-PAY BOSTON ASSIGNMENT ($3,573/WEEK GROSS)! $2,133/WEEK TAX-FREE HOUSING & MEAL STIPEND! $36.00/HR REGULAR & $54.00/HR OT RATES! MONDAY THROUGH FRIDAY DAYTIME HOURS! CRITICAL HOT JOB! Providing specialized extracorporeal therapies for oncology, hematology, and cellular therapy patients as well as healthy volunteer donors, the apheresis nursing team conducts therapeutic plasma exchanges (TPE), red blood cell exchanges (erythrocytapheresis), autologous and allogeneic peripheral blood stem cell (PBSC) collections, leukapheresis, plateletpheresis, and photopheresis (ECP). Clinical responsibilities include large-bore vascular access management (specialized apheresis central venous catheters, dialysis-grade lines, and peripheral fistula/cannulation), continuous hemodynamic monitoring, fluid balance tracking, management of ACD-A regional anticoagulation and citrate toxicity protocols (IV calcium administration), and real-time equipment troubleshooting. If you are an experienced apheresis nurse skilled in automated blood component separation, therapeutic apheresis, and stem cell harvests looking to earn $3,573/week on daytime shifts in Boston, this assignment is built for you! PRE-CALCULATED PAY PACKAGE (40-Hour Week) Weekly Gross: $3,573.00 Weekly Tax-Free Stipend: $2,133.00 Hourly W2 Regular Rate: $36.00/hr (40 regular hours) Hourly W2 Overtime Rate: $54.00/hr (Both travel and local candidates accepted; local bill rate is adjusted to $118.75/hr per network policy).

SHIFT & POSITION DETAILS Schedule: Day shifts, Monday through Friday, 06:30 – 17:00 (6:30 AM – 5:00 PM).

Guaranteed Hours: 40 regular hours guaranteed weekly.

Assignment Duration: 13 Weeks.

Block Scheduling: Standard Monday – Friday day schedule.

On-Call Requirements: Standby on-call coverage required (overnight and rotational weekend call as operationally designated).

Department Setting & Scope: Kraft Apheresis Staff center delivering outpatient and inpatient therapeutic apheresis procedures, cellular therapy harvests, and donor blood collections.

Clinical Scope & Specialty Care: Direct apheresis nursing care for therapeutic and donor collection procedures adhering to strict institutional and AABB protocols. Extracorporeal therapy delivery: therapeutic plasma exchange (TPE), red cell exchange, peripheral blood stem cell (PBSC) collections, white blood cell reduction (leukapheresis), plateletpheresis, and extracorporeal photopheresis (ECP). Vascular access management: specialized dual-lumen apheresis catheters, non-tunneled and tunneled central lines, implanted vascular ports, and large-bore peripheral cannulation. Anticoagulation & electrolyte management: titration of Acid Citrate Dextrose (ACD-A) anticoagulant, recognition and immediate treatment of citrate-induced hypocalcemia (oral and IV calcium repletion protocols), and fluid balance stabilization. Operation and technical troubleshooting of automated cell separators and apheresis platforms (e.g., Terumo BCT Spectra Optia). Comprehensive pre-procedure donor/patient screening, vital signs assessment, laboratory evaluation (CBC, coagulation profile, ionized calcium), and post-procedure monitoring.

EMR System: Enterprise Electronic Health Record.

REQUISITE QUALIFICATIONS FOR SUBMISSION Experience Requirement: Minimum 2 full years of dedicated acute care inpatient or ambulatory Apheresis RN clinical experience (competency in therapeutic apheresis and stem cell collections required).

Licensure (Strict Hard Stop): Active Massachusetts Registered Nurse (RN) License strictly in hand at submittal (pending licenses cannot be submitted).

Certifications Required at Submittal: Basic Life Support (BLS) — American Heart Association (AHA) only .

Preferred Credentials: Certified Hemapheresis Practitioner (QHP) / Apheresis Nurse (CPN/CBC) or ONS/ONCC credentials. ✨ APPLICATION PROCESS Avoid administrative processing delays on broad public job boards. As a Critical Hot Job , complete candidate profiles matching all clinical prerequisites receive expedited review and direct submittal consideration into the health system portal. Apply directly to this posting to lock in your file with our specialized apheresis and oncology recruitment team! Click "Apply Now" to complete your screening and secure your contract!

Location Details: Assignment is located in Boston, MA 02115. ⏱️ Assignment Schedule & Hours: 13-week contract (40 hours guaranteed weekly on Days: Monday – Friday 06:30 – 17:00). High-Pay Package: $3,573/week gross ($36/hr W2 base $2,133/wk tax-free stipend).

On-Call Commitment: Standby on-call participation is required (overnight and weekend on-call coverage).

Candidate Eligibility: Both travel and local candidates accepted (local rate is adjusted to $118.75/hr billing).

Unit Scope & Modalities: Kraft Apheresis Staff; manages therapeutic plasma exchange (TPE), red cell exchange, stem cell collections (PBSC), leukapheresis, and photopheresis; handles large-bore central access and citrate toxicity management.

Mandatory Experience & Clinical Hard Stops: Minimum 2 full years of dedicated acute apheresis RN experience. Demonstrated competency with automated apheresis equipment (e.g., Spectra Optia). Clean background/license history. Massachusetts CORI check will be executed during compliance.

Certification Mandate (Strict Hard Stop): Active Massachusetts RN license strictly verified and in hand at submittal. Active AHA BLS certification card strictly required at submittal.

Mandatory Submittal Details: Active MA RN license and AHA BLS card attached. Comprehensive apheresis nursing resume. MGB Candidate Submission Coversheet. MGB Skills Checklist & Beeline Attestation. MGB Badge Photo. Full legal name, physical address, email, full Date of Birth (DOB), and full SSN. All Requested Time Off (RTO) must be submitted upfront at time of submittal.

Compliance & Health Requirements: Respirator Medical Clearance (RMC) attestation and fit test. MMR, Influenza vaccine, Health Statement, and TB test (or negative chest X-ray / symptom survey).

Time Off: All RTO must be requested upfront on submission for facility review. About First Connect Health At First Connect Health , we take pride in being a Joint Commission–certified healthcare staffing agency , headquartered in Newark, New Jersey. This prestigious certification is more than just a seal — it's a reflection of our commitment to excellence, safety, and quality in everything we do. By meeting the rigorous standards set by The Joint Commission, one of the most respected accrediting bodies in healthcare, we've demonstrated that our processes, compliance, and patient care standards are aligned with the highest levels of quality in the industry. But our dedication goes beyond certifications. Nurses choose First Connect Health because: ✅ Trust and Transparency: We foster honest communication, timely updates, and full transparency throughout your placement journey. ✅ Best Pay & Benefits: We offer industry-leading compensation packages, along with benefits that support your career goals. ✅ Flexibility & Choice: Whether you're seeking short-term assignments, long-term contracts, or local opportunities, we provide the flexibility to suit your preferences. ✅ Personalized Support: Our recruiters take the time to understand your needs, guiding you with care, respect, and responsiveness at every step. When you work with First Connect Health, you're not just another number — you're a valued professional. Join a team that’s focused on your success, your well-being, and your future in healthcare.

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