Graduate Nurse Jobs in Massachusetts

Graduate Nurse jobs in Massachusetts are concentrated in and around Boston, Worcester, and Springfield, where major systems like Massachusetts General Hospital, Brigham and Women's Hospital, and UMass Memorial Health anchor the largest share of new-grad hiring. The most in-demand specialties are medical-surgical, critical care, and labor and delivery, with consistent openings across academic medical centers, community hospitals, and ambulatory care networks. Massachusetts is one of the most active graduate nurse markets in the country, drawing candidates at every level from associate-degree completers to BSN graduates entering first-time residency programs. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles13
Top employerMaxim Healthcare
Top cityWorcester, MA
Cities hiring9
Work type100% On-site
Top industryInsurance

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New Graduate Registered Nurse, 5W Teaching & Innovation Unit, 36 Hours (Days/ Nights)
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New Graduate Registered Nurse, 5W Teaching & Innovation Unit, 36 Hours (Days/ Nights)
Boston Medical Center
Boston, Massachusetts
Healthcare Administration
Nursing
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$38.05 - $75.33/hr
BLS Certification
5,001-10,000

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New Graduate Registered Nurse
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New Graduate Registered Nurse
Fresenius Medical Care
Boston, Massachusetts
Clinical Support
Healthcare Administration
Laboratory Science
10,000+

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Harrington New Graduate Registered Nurse Residency Program
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Harrington New Graduate Registered Nurse Residency Program
UMass Memorial Health
Southbridge, Massachusetts
Business Operations
Program Management
Project Management
BLS Certification
10,000+

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New Graduate Registered Nurse
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New Graduate Registered Nurse
Maxim Healthcare
Worcester, Massachusetts
Nursing
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
Caregiving & Elderly Support
$45 - $50/hr
On-Site
None
10,000+

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Graduate Nurse Jobs by City in Massachusetts

Where Massachusetts roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Worcester
4 jobs
Boston
2 jobs
Natick
1 job
Wareham
1 job
Brighton
1 job
Rockland
1 job
Haverhill
1 job
Burlington
1 job
Southbridge
1 job

Graduate Nurse Job Market in Massachusetts

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

Who's Hiring

Maxim Healthcare2 open roles
Boston Medical Center2 open roles
Tenet Healthcare1 open role

Top Industries Hiring

  • Insurance
  • Healthcare & Medical Services

What Massachusetts Employers Look For

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

  • Active Massachusetts RN license issued by the Massachusetts Board of Registration in Nursing
  • Completion of an accredited associate or bachelor of science in nursing program
  • Current BLS certification from the American Heart Association
  • Willingness to complete a structured new-graduate nurse residency or orientation program
  • Demonstrated clinical competency through accredited nursing school practicum or externship hours
  • Strong communication and documentation skills within electronic health record systems

Graduate Nurse Jobs in Massachusetts: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a graduate nurse in Massachusetts?

To become a graduate nurse in Massachusetts, you must complete an accredited nursing program (ADN or BSN), then pass the NCLEX-RN exam and apply for licensure through the Massachusetts Board of Registration in Nursing. Many hospitals in Massachusetts require a BSN or enrollment in a BSN completion program for new-grad hires. Once licensed, you can apply directly to new-graduate nurse residency programs at academic medical centers and community health systems across the state.

Which companies hire graduate nurses in Massachusetts?

Companies currently hiring graduate nurses in Massachusetts include Maxim Healthcare, Boston Medical Center, and Tenet Healthcare, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Massachusetts's concentration of academic medical centers, large regional health systems, and specialty hospitals means graduate nurse openings appear across a wide range of inpatient, outpatient, and community-based settings throughout the state.

Which Massachusetts cities have the most graduate nurse jobs?

The Massachusetts cities with the most graduate nurse openings are Worcester, Boston, and Natick. Boston leads because of its dense cluster of world-renowned academic medical centers and teaching hospitals, while Worcester and Springfield draw significant hiring volumes from large regional health systems like UMass Memorial Health and Baystate Health that serve substantial surrounding populations.

Are there remote graduate nurse jobs in Massachusetts?

Yes, but they're rare. Graduate nursing is fundamentally a hands-on, patient-facing role, so the vast majority of positions require on-site presence in a clinical setting. About 0% of graduate nurse openings tied to Massachusetts are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, and those positions typically involve telehealth triage, care coordination, or utilization review rather than direct bedside care.

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

The most realistic entry path is applying directly to structured new-graduate nurse residency programs, which are widely offered by Massachusetts health systems including Mass General Brigham, Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, and Baystate Health. These programs are designed for nurses with limited clinical experience beyond nursing school and typically provide mentored rotations in medical-surgical or critical care units. Candidates who hold an active Massachusetts RN license and have completed clinical hours in an accredited program, particularly in a Boston or Worcester teaching hospital setting, are most competitive for these cohort-based residencies.

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

You can find and apply to graduate nurse jobs in Massachusetts on Migrate Mate, which lists current Massachusetts openings updated in real time. Search for roles that match your specialty interest, preferred location, and experience level, then apply directly to the ones that fit.

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