VA Boston Healthcare System - Jamaica Plain

150 S. Huntington Avenue, Jamaica Plain, MA 02130

County:SuffolkCBSA Area:Boston-Cambridge-Newton, MA-NHOwnership:Military & VeteransType:Acute Care

At a glance

VA Boston Healthcare System - Jamaica Plain is a major acute care facility serving military and veteran populations in the heart of a large metropolitan area, offering exposure to diverse clinical cases. While the hospital has not yet hired international nurses, its location in a city with a significant international community may provide a welcoming environment for newcomers. The setting and size make it a strong option for nurses seeking professional growth and experience in a dynamic, urban healthcare system.

Hospital information

Hospital Type: Acute Care
Emergency Services: Yes
Bed Count: 920
Magnet Status: No
Ownership: Military & Veterans

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).