Certified Nurse Aide Jobs in Massachusetts

Certified Nurse Aide jobs in Massachusetts are concentrated in long-term care, skilled nursing facilities, and acute hospital systems, with demand across every experience level from entry-level to seasoned direct-care aides. The busiest hiring markets are Boston, Worcester, and Springfield, where major employers like Mass General Brigham, UMass Memorial Health, and Kindred Healthcare maintain lasting presences. Memory care and post-acute rehabilitation are among the most in-demand specialties statewide. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles11
Top employerWestford
Top cityBoston, MA
Cities hiring11
Work type100% On-site
Top credentialCPR Certification

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Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) / Home Health Aide (HHA)
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Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) / Home Health Aide (HHA)
Prime Home Health and Companion Care
Amherst, Massachusetts
Healthcare Administration
Nursing
Patient Services & Wellbeing
51-200

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Certified Nurse Aide (CNA)
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Certified Nurse Aide (CNA)
Westford
Westford, Massachusetts
Executive Leadership & C-Suite
Program Management
Project Management

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Certified Nurse Aide (CNA)
Guardian center
Brockton, Massachusetts
Executive Leadership & C-Suite
Program Management
Project Management

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Certified Nurse Aide (CNA)
Park Avenue
Arlington, Massachusetts
Executive Leadership & C-Suite
Program Management
Project Management
201-500

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Certified Nursing Assistant/Home Health Aide
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Certified Nursing Assistant/Home Health Aide
BrightStar Care
Milford, Massachusetts
Healthcare Administration
Nursing
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$19 - $20/hr
On-Site
CPR Certification
1,001-5,000

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Certified Nurse Aide Jobs by City in Massachusetts

Where Massachusetts roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Boston
1 job
Medway
1 job
Amherst
1 job
Belmont
1 job
Duxbury
1 job
Milford
1 job
Brockton
1 job
Westford
1 job
Arlington
1 job

Certified Nurse Aide Job Market in Massachusetts

A snapshot from current Massachusetts openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

Westford1 open role
Park Avenue1 open role
Home Instead1 open role

What Massachusetts Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in certified nurse aide jobs across Massachusetts.

  • Active Massachusetts Nurse Aide certification through the state nurse aide registry
  • Current listing in good standing on the Massachusetts Nurse Aide Registry
  • Completion of a state-approved certified nurse aide training program
  • Current CPR and basic life support certification from an accredited provider
  • Ability to lift, transfer, and reposition residents following safe patient-handling protocols
  • Strong communication skills and ability to document care accurately in electronic health records

Certified Nurse Aide Jobs in Massachusetts: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a certified nurse aide in Massachusetts?

You become a certified nurse aide in Massachusetts by completing a state-approved nurse aide training program, which covers both classroom instruction and supervised clinical hours, then passing the Massachusetts Nurse Aide Competency Evaluation. Once you pass, the Massachusetts Executive Office of Health and Human Services adds your name to the Massachusetts Nurse Aide Registry, which employers verify before hire. Most community colleges and vocational schools in the state offer approved programs.

Which companies hire certified nurse aides in Massachusetts?

Employers hiring certified nurse aides in Massachusetts right now include Westford, Park Avenue, and Home Instead, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Massachusetts's large concentration of teaching hospitals, nonprofit health systems, and skilled nursing chains means openings appear consistently throughout the year rather than in seasonal spikes.

Which Massachusetts cities have the most certified nurse aide jobs?

Boston, Medway, and Amherst have the most certified nurse aide openings in Massachusetts. Boston dominates because of its dense cluster of hospital systems and academic medical centers, while Worcester and Springfield reflect the large regional health networks and skilled nursing facilities that anchor care delivery outside Greater Boston.

Are there remote certified nurse aide jobs in Massachusetts?

Yes, but they're rare. Certified nurse aide work is inherently hands-on and requires direct patient contact, so most openings are fully on-site. About 0% of certified nurse aide openings tied to Massachusetts are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, and those exceptions are almost always administrative, training coordinator, or telehealth support roles rather than direct-care positions.

How can I get hired as a certified nurse aide in Massachusetts with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is enrolling in a short state-approved nurse aide training program at a Massachusetts community college such as Bunker Hill, Quinsigamond, or Springfield Technical, which many students complete in under two months. Large Massachusetts health systems like Mass General Brigham and Boston Medical Center hire new aides directly from these programs. Candidates coming from home health aide or patient care technician roles often transfer in with minimal retraining, and holding a current Massachusetts Nurse Aide Registry listing gives any applicant an immediate edge.

Where can I find and apply to certified nurse aide jobs in Massachusetts?

You can find and apply to certified nurse aide jobs in Massachusetts on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers actively hiring in the state. Find roles that fit your experience, location, and schedule, then apply directly without any additional steps.

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