Registered Nurse Med Surg Jobs in Massachusetts
Registered Nurse Med Surg jobs in Massachusetts are among the most active in the country, concentrated across academic medical centers, community hospitals, and large health systems, with openings at every level from new graduate to senior staff nurse. Boston, Worcester, and Springfield anchor the hiring market, where institutions like Mass General Brigham, Boston Medical Center, and UMass Memorial Health have ongoing med-surg needs. The most in-demand specialties include post-surgical recovery, telemetry step-down, and orthopedic med-surg units. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.
Job Summary
A per diem RN must be able to work- 16 shifts every 6 months, 4 need to be weekend shifts. One summer and one winter holiday.
The Registered Nurse is a professional nurse registered in Massachusetts who is responsible and accountable for planning and providing patient care for assigned patients in accordance with Nursing Standards of Care as set forth in the Nursing Department's Clinical Practice Manual. The registered nurse demonstrates initiative, knowledge and clinical skills in caring for the patient with complex needs. The Registered Nurse demonstrates the ability to effectively manage patients by assuming full responsibility for the assessment, plan, implementation and evaluation of patient care and is directly responsible to a designated nurse manager, or supervisor. The Staff Nurse will also assure the practice of the Patient and Family Centered Care Model in an environment that exemplifies best practice.
Qualifications
- BSN required
- Massachusetts Registered Nurse Licensure required
- Medical/surgical/telemetry experience preferred
- Adheres to all I.C.A.R.E standards.
- The RN must show evidence of the basic analytic thinking necessary to care for a group of patients.
- Must demonstrate observational skills and the ability to set priorities.
- Must be able to function under stress with good interpersonal and communication skills.
- Must demonstrate effective skills in applying hospital standards in area of service, team work, communication, respect for others, and time/priority management.
Additional Job Details (if applicable)
Brigham and Women's Faulkner Hospital is a 249- bed non-profit, community teaching hospital located in Jamaica Plain. Founded in 1900, Brigham and Women's Faulkner Hospital offers comprehensive care in a wide variety of specialties. We are a Magnet designated hospital, a recognition that fewer than nine percent of all US hospitals receive. We believe that everyone should have the chance to live a healthy life. From creating breakthroughs that have paved the way for treatments around the globe to training the next generation of providers, our patients are at the center of everything we do. If you’re looking for more than a career, join Brigham and Women’s Faulkner Hospital.
Our patients call it better care. Our employees call it home.
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At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience if applicable, education, certifications and other essential factors. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however, it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation package. In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth. We invite you to apply, and our Talent Acquisition team will provide an overview of your potential compensation and benefits package.
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At Mass General Brigham, our competency framework defines what effective leadership “looks like” by specifying which behaviors are most critical for successful performance at each job level. The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half People-Focused, half Performance-Focused) and are defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success. These competencies are used to evaluate performance, make hiring decisions, identify development needs, mobilize employees across our system, and establish a strong talent pipeline.
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Registered Nurse Med Surg Job Market in Massachusetts
A snapshot from current Massachusetts openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Boston Medical Center16

- Beth Israel Lahey Health11

- Baystate Health7

- UMass Memorial Health7

- South Shore Health4

Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services
- Consulting & Professional Services
- Logistics & Supply Chain
- Construction & Real Estate
What Massachusetts Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in registered nurse med surg jobs across Massachusetts.
- Active Massachusetts Registered Nurse license issued by the Board of Registration in Nursing
- Current BLS certification required at time of hire
- Associate or bachelor of science in nursing degree from an accredited program
- Minimum one year of acute care med-surg experience preferred for most positions
- Proficiency with electronic health record systems such as Epic or Cerner
- Demonstrated ability to manage complex patient loads in a fast-paced inpatient setting
Registered Nurse Med Surg Jobs in Massachusetts: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a registered nurse med surg in Massachusetts?
To work as a registered nurse in Massachusetts, you must hold an active license issued by the Massachusetts Board of Registration in Nursing, which requires completing an accredited associate or bachelor of science in nursing program and passing the NCLEX-RN exam. Massachusetts participates in the Nurse Licensure Compact, so nurses licensed in a compact state may practice without a separate Massachusetts license. Most employers require or strongly prefer candidates with clinical experience in an inpatient acute care or medical-surgical unit.
How much do registered nurse med surgs make in Massachusetts?
Registered nurse med surgs 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 registered nurse med surgs in Massachusetts?
Employers hiring registered nurse med surgs in Massachusetts right now include Boston Medical Center, Beth Israel Lahey Health, and Baystate Health, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Massachusetts's concentration of large academic health systems and community hospital networks means consistent med-surg hiring throughout the year, particularly in the Greater Boston corridor.
Which Massachusetts cities have the most registered nurse med surg jobs?
Boston, Springfield, and Brighton have the most registered nurse med surg openings in Massachusetts. Boston dominates because of its dense cluster of teaching hospitals and academic medical centers, while Worcester and Springfield each anchor regional health systems, including UMass Memorial Health and Baystate Health, that generate steady med-surg volume across their hospital campuses.
Are there remote registered nurse med surg jobs in Massachusetts?
Yes, but they're rare. Registered nurse med surg is a hands-on inpatient role centered on direct patient care, so remote work applies only to a narrow set of adjacent functions. About 0% of registered nurse med surg openings tied to Massachusetts are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, and those positions typically involve care coordination, case management, or telephone triage rather than traditional floor nursing.
How can I get hired as a registered nurse med surg in Massachusetts with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying directly to new graduate residency programs, which major Massachusetts health systems run specifically for nurses without post-licensure experience. Mass General Brigham, Boston Medical Center, and UMass Memorial Health each offer structured nurse residency programs that place new graduates into med-surg units with mentorship and orientation support. Candidates coming from roles as patient care technicians, licensed practical nurses, or acute care nursing students completing clinical rotations at Massachusetts facilities are strongly positioned, and holding a bachelor of science in nursing gives a measurable edge in competitive applicant pools.
Where can I find and apply to registered nurse med surg jobs in Massachusetts?
You can find and apply to registered nurse med surg jobs in Massachusetts on Migrate Mate, which lists current Massachusetts openings updated regularly. Find the roles that fit your experience and location and apply directly to each one.
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