Nursing Assistant Jobs in Massachusetts

Nursing assistant jobs in Massachusetts are consistently in demand, with hiring concentrated in long-term care facilities, acute care hospitals, and rehabilitation centers across one of the country's most active healthcare markets. Boston, Worcester, and Springfield are the primary hiring hubs, home to major employers like Mass General Brigham, UMass Memorial Health, and Baystate Health. The most sought-after specialties include memory care, post-acute rehabilitation, and pediatric support. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles84
Top employerCornerstone Caregiving
Top cityBoston, MA
Cities hiring57
Work type78% On-site
Top industryHealthcare

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Caring Hospice Services
Certified Nursing Assistant
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Caring Hospice Services
New 21h ago
Certified Nursing Assistant
Caring Hospice Services
Newton, Massachusetts
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
Public Health
51-200

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Bristol Hospice
CNA- Certified Nursing Assistant
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Bristol Hospice
New 21h ago
CNA- Certified Nursing Assistant
Bristol Hospice
Fall River, Massachusetts
Program Management
Project Management
Quality Assurance & Testing (QA Testing)
$22 - $27/hr
CPR Certification
1,001-5,000

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Life Care Center Of Attleboro
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) CNA FT/PT/PRN
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Life Care Center Of Attleboro
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Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) CNA FT/PT/PRN
Life Care Center Of Attleboro
Attleboro, Massachusetts
Caregiving & Elderly Support
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$19.25 - $28.15/hr
CPR Certification

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Life Care Center of Merrimack Valley
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
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Life Care Center of Merrimack Valley
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Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
Life Care Center of Merrimack Valley
Billerica, Massachusetts
Caregiving & Elderly Support
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$21 - $27/hr
CPR Certification

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Brigham and Women's Faulkner Hospital
3 East RN Student Certified Nursing Assistant BWFH
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Brigham and Women's Faulkner Hospital
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3 East RN Student Certified Nursing Assistant BWFH
Brigham and Women's Faulkner Hospital
Boston, Massachusetts
Account Management
Business Development
Customer Success
$18.56 - $27.58/hr
CPR Certification

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Nursing Assistant Jobs by City in Massachusetts

Where Massachusetts roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Boston
9 jobs
Milford
3 jobs
Peabody
3 jobs
Weymouth
3 jobs
Billerica
3 jobs
Fall River
3 jobs
Danvers
2 jobs
Hyannis
2 jobs
Brewster
2 jobs

Nursing Assistant Job Market in Massachusetts

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

Who's Hiring

Cornerstone Caregiving
Cornerstone Caregiving5 open roles
Next Step Health Care
Next Step Health Care4 open roles
South Shore Health
South Shore Health3 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Healthcare & Medical Services

What Massachusetts Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in nursing assistant jobs across Massachusetts.

  • Active Massachusetts Nurse Aide certification listed on the state's nurse aide registry
  • Completion of a state-approved nursing assistant training program of at least 75 hours
  • Current CPR and basic life support certification from an accredited provider
  • Ability to pass a Massachusetts CORI criminal background check before starting
  • Demonstrated experience with activities of daily living and direct patient care
  • Effective communication skills and comfort working in multidisciplinary care teams

Nursing Assistant Jobs in Massachusetts: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a nursing assistant in Massachusetts?

To work as a nursing assistant in Massachusetts, you must complete a state-approved training program of at least 75 hours, then pass the Massachusetts Nurse Aide Competency Evaluation, which includes a written test and a skills demonstration. After passing, you are listed on the Massachusetts Nurse Aide Registry maintained by the Department of Public Health. Employers check this registry before hiring, so active registry status is required to work in any certified facility in the state.

Which companies hire nursing assistants in Massachusetts?

Companies currently hiring nursing assistants in Massachusetts include Cornerstone Caregiving, Next Step Health Care, and South Shore Health, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Massachusetts's dense network of academic medical centers, community hospitals, and long-term care chains means openings appear regularly and turnover-driven hiring is common year-round.

Which Massachusetts cities have the most nursing assistant jobs?

The cities with the most nursing assistant openings in Massachusetts are Boston, Milford, and Peabody. Boston leads because of its concentration of major hospital systems and teaching facilities, while Worcester and Springfield anchor their surrounding regions as the primary healthcare employers for central and western Massachusetts, drawing hiring volume from both urban facilities and nearby suburban care communities.

Are there remote nursing assistant jobs in Massachusetts?

Yes, but they're rare. Nursing assistant work is fundamentally hands-on, requiring direct patient contact that cannot be performed remotely. About 22% of nursing assistant openings tied to Massachusetts are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, and most of those involve administrative support functions or telehealth coordination roles rather than direct bedside care.

How can I get hired as a nursing assistant in Massachusetts with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is enrolling in a Massachusetts-approved nursing assistant training program, many of which are offered free or at low cost through community colleges like Bunker Hill Community College or through long-term care facilities that sponsor training in exchange for a short work commitment. Mass General Brigham and Tenet Healthcare facilities in Massachusetts frequently hire graduates with no prior experience once they are listed on the state registry. Applying first to skilled nursing facilities and memory care units, where turnover is higher, improves the odds for candidates just entering the field.

Where can I find and apply to nursing assistant jobs in Massachusetts?

You can find and apply to nursing assistant jobs in Massachusetts on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers hiring across the state. Search the listings, find roles that match your credentials and preferred location, and apply directly to the ones that fit.

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