Clinical Registered Nurse Jobs in Massachusetts

Clinical Registered Nurse jobs in Massachusetts are among the most active in the country, with strong demand concentrated in acute care hospitals, academic medical centers, and outpatient specialty clinics at every level from new graduate through senior clinical nurse. Boston, Worcester, and Springfield are the primary hiring hubs, anchored by institutions such as Mass General Brigham, Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, and UMass Memorial Health. The most consistently sought specialties are critical care, oncology, and med-surg. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles76
Top employerBeth Israel Lahey Health
Top cityBoston, MA
Cities hiring43
Work type54% On-site
Top industryHealthcare

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Clinical Specialist for Wound Care Supplies LPN RN
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Clinical Specialist for Wound Care Supplies LPN RN
Asure Wound Solutions
Plymouth, Massachusetts
Biotech & Life Sciences
Clinical Trials
Healthcare Administration
$75k - $85k/yr
Remote (US)
11-50

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Registered Nurse (RN) - Oncology Clinical Research, 40 hours/week, day shift
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Registered Nurse (RN) - Oncology Clinical Research, 40 hours/week, day shift
Beth Israel Lahey Health
Beverly, Massachusetts
Healthcare Administration
Nursing
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$37 - $84.71/hr
BLS Certification

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RN- Clinical Decision Unit (36/D/E)
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RN- Clinical Decision Unit (36/D/E)
Beth Israel Lahey Health
Plymouth, Massachusetts
Healthcare Administration
Nursing
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$37.14 - $82.22/hr
Managed Registered Nurses (RNs)

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RN-Clinical Decision Unit (36/D/E)
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RN-Clinical Decision Unit (36/D/E)
Beth Israel Lahey Health
Plymouth, Massachusetts
Healthcare Administration
Nursing
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$37.14 - $82.22/hr
Managed Registered Nurses (RNs)

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RN- Clinical Decision Unit (36/E/N)
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RN- Clinical Decision Unit (36/E/N)
Beth Israel Lahey Health
Plymouth, Massachusetts
Healthcare Administration
Nursing
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$37.14 - $82.22/hr
Managed Registered Nurses (RNs)

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Clinical Registered Nurse Jobs by City in Massachusetts

Where Massachusetts roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Boston
11 jobs
Plymouth
5 jobs
Worcester
5 jobs
Beverly
4 jobs
Lynn
3 jobs
Amherst
3 jobs
Wilmington
3 jobs
Springfield
3 jobs
Brighton
2 jobs

Clinical Registered Nurse Job Market in Massachusetts

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

Who's Hiring

  • Beth Israel Lahey Health10
  • CenterWell5
  • UnitedHealthcare5
  • Asure Wound Solutions4
  • BAYADA Home Health Care4

Top Industries Hiring

  • Healthcare & Medical Services
  • Technology & Software
  • Consulting & Professional Services
  • Education
  • Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals

What Massachusetts Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in clinical registered nurse jobs across Massachusetts.

  • Active registered nurse license issued or recognized by the Massachusetts Board of Registration in Nursing
  • Associate or bachelor of science in nursing degree from an accredited program
  • Current BLS certification and ACLS certification for acute care or ICU roles
  • Minimum one to two years of clinical nursing experience in a relevant specialty setting
  • Demonstrated proficiency with electronic health record systems such as Epic or Cerner
  • Strong clinical assessment skills and ability to manage a patient caseload independently

Clinical Registered Nurse Jobs in Massachusetts: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a clinical registered nurse in Massachusetts?

You become a clinical registered nurse in Massachusetts by graduating from an accredited nursing program, passing the NCLEX-RN, and obtaining licensure through the Massachusetts Board of Registration in Nursing. The Board accepts applications from candidates with associate or bachelor of science in nursing degrees. Massachusetts participates in the Nurse Licensure Compact, so nurses licensed in other compact states may practice in Massachusetts without a separate state license under qualifying conditions.

How much do clinical registered nurses make in Massachusetts?

Clinical registered nurses in Massachusetts earn a median of about $104,550 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $80,310 for the lowest 10% to over $174,510 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire clinical registered nurses in Massachusetts?

Employers hiring clinical registered nurses in Massachusetts right now include Beth Israel Lahey Health, CenterWell, and UnitedHealthcare, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Massachusetts's dense concentration of large academic medical systems and community hospital networks means openings appear consistently across the state, not just in the Boston metro.

Which Massachusetts cities have the most clinical registered nurse jobs?

Boston, Plymouth, and Worcester have the most clinical registered nurse openings in Massachusetts. Boston dominates because of its cluster of major academic medical centers and teaching hospitals, while Worcester and Springfield reflect the large regional health systems, such as UMass Memorial Health and Baystate Health, that serve central and western Massachusetts populations.

Are there remote clinical registered nurse jobs in Massachusetts?

Yes, but they're rare. Clinical registered nursing is fundamentally a hands-on, bedside role, so the vast majority of positions require on-site presence. About 46% of clinical registered nurse openings tied to Massachusetts are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, and those exceptions tend to be in telephone triage, utilization review, or case management functions rather than direct patient care.

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

The most realistic entry path is applying to a nurse residency or new-graduate program, which large Massachusetts health systems such as Mass General Brigham and Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center run specifically for candidates without prior RN experience. These structured programs provide supervised clinical rotations across units such as med-surg and telemetry before independent practice. Holding a current Massachusetts RN license and BLS certification before applying gives candidates a clear edge over those still pending credentials.

Where can I find and apply to clinical registered nurse jobs in Massachusetts?

You can find and apply to clinical registered nurse jobs in Massachusetts on Migrate Mate, which lists current Massachusetts openings across hospitals, health systems, and specialty clinics throughout the state. Find the roles that fit your experience and specialty and apply directly.

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