Massachusetts General Hospital

55 Fruit Street, Boston, MA 02114

County:SuffolkCBSA Area:Boston-Cambridge-Newton, MA-NHOwnership:Non-ProfitType:Acute Care

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At a glance

Massachusetts General Hospital is a large, non-profit acute care facility located in Boston, a major metropolitan area, making it an appealing option for international nurses seeking a dynamic urban environment. The hospital has a history of hiring international nurses through OPT, H1B, and EB3 programs, reflecting openness to global talent. Its size and location offer access to a diverse patient population and robust professional development opportunities.

Hospital information

Hospital Type: Acute Care
Emergency Services: Yes
Bed Count: 907
RN Count: 2,667
Magnet Status: Yes
Ownership: Non-Profit

Licensure in Massachusetts

Global workforce

Credentials Accepted: CGFNS CES, Josef Silny
CGFNS Qualifying Exam: No
English Proficiency: Undefined
Fingerprinting: Yes
Nurse Licensure Compact: Implementation

Specific educational requirements

Boston-Cambridge-Newton, MA-NH overview

Financials

Median $102,440

$77,910

10th

$177,130

90th

Cost of Living Index

111.57(11.57 above national average)

Adjusting RN median for local prices: $91,814 (-2% vs US median).

100 = national average. Below 100 means goods, housing, and services cost less than the US average; above 100 means they cost more. Based on BEA Regional Price Parities.

Salary: Registered Nurses, May 2024 · U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS. Cost of living: BEA Regional Price Parities (2023).