PermanentPosted today
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department, University, 36 Hours, Nights, 7p-7a
UMass Memorial Health Care · Worcester, MA
$39.89–$87.15/ hour
Top 25% payNew this week
Emergency nurse jobs in Worcester, MA
Registered Nurses in the Worcester area earn a median of $49.76 per hour, about $103,490 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $41.40 and $65.08. That ranks 44th of 379 U.S. metro areas for registered nurse pay, and 50th of 335 once local prices are factored in. 15 open roles with published pay are listed for Worcester. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Worcester.
- $49.76median pay per hour, Worcester
- $41–$65typical range per hour
- 9,730registered nurses employed in the metro area
- 15open roles with published pay
Open Emergency nurse roles in Worcester
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Registered Nurse, Pediatric Emergency Department, University, Per Diem
UMass Memorial Health Care · Worcester, MA
$52.50–$57.50/ hour
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Per diemPosted 6 days ago
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department, University, Per Diem
UMass Memorial Health Care · Worcester, MA
$52.50–$57.50/ hour
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PermanentPosted 7 days ago
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department, 32 Hours, Days, 3a-11a
UMass Memorial Health Care · Worcester, MA
$37.51–$81.95/ hour
Top 25% payNew this week
PermanentPosted 13 days ago
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department, University, 24 Hours, Nights
UMass Memorial Health Care · Worcester, MA
$39.89–$87.15/ hour
Top 25% pay
PermanentPosted 13 days ago
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department, University, 24 Hours, Evenings, 3p-11p
UMass Memorial Health Care · Worcester, MA
$39.89–$87.15/ hour
Top 25% pay
PermanentPosted 13 days ago
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department, 24 Hours, Nights, 7p-3a
UMass Memorial Health Care · Worcester, MA
$37.51–$81.95/ hour
Top 25% pay
PermanentPosted 13 days ago
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department, 36 Hours, Nights, 7p-7a
UMass Memorial Health Care · Worcester, MA
$37.51–$81.95/ hour
Top 25% pay
PermanentPosted 13 days ago
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department, 24 Hours, Nights
UMass Memorial Health Care · Worcester, MA
$37.51–$81.95/ hour
Top 25% pay
PermanentPosted 13 days ago
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department, University, 24 Hours, Days, 3a-11a
UMass Memorial Health Care · Worcester, MA
$37.51–$81.95/ hour
Top 25% pay
PermanentPosted 20 days ago
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department, University, 32 Hours, Days, 3a-11a
UMass Memorial Health Care · Worcester, MA
$39.89–$87.15/ hour
Top 25% pay
PermanentPosted 29 days ago
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department, 24 Hours, Nights, 11p-7a
UMass Memorial Health Care · Worcester, MA
$37.51–$81.95/ hour
Top 25% pay
PermanentPosted 29 days ago
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department, 24 Hours, Nights, 7p-7a
UMass Memorial Health Care · Worcester, MA
$37.51–$81.95/ hour
Top 25% pay
PermanentPosted 29 days ago
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department, University, 24 Hours, Nights, 7p-7a
UMass Memorial Health Care · Worcester, MA
$37.51–$81.95/ hour
Top 25% pay
PermanentPosted 29 days ago
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department, University, 24 Hours, Nights, 11p-7a
UMass Memorial Health Care · Worcester, MA
$37.51–$81.95/ hour
Top 25% pay
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Get my free pay reportRegistered Nurse pay in Worcester, MA
The metro median is 1% above the Massachusetts statewide median of $49.03 per hour. Nationally the median is $45.00 per hour. BLS counts about 9,730 registered nurses employed in the Worcester metro area, 27.6 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.30).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $36.12 | $75,130 | 20% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $41.40 | $86,110 | 8% below U.S. median |
| Median | $49.76 | $103,490 | 11% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $65.08 | $135,370 | 45% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $73.05 | $151,940 | 62% above U.S. median |
How Worcester ranks
- 44th of 379 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 50th of 335 after adjusting for local prices
- 1st of 5 Massachusetts metro areas
BLS does not publish a separate figure for emergency nurse. These numbers are for the broader category it belongs to, Registered Nurses.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2024, Registered Nurses (SOC 29-1141), all industries. This is what employers report paying, not an offer for a specific role.
What your pay buys in Worcester
- Overall prices in Worcester run 3% above the U.S. average (index 102.5, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 13% above the U.S. average (index 113.0).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $49.76 median hour buys what $48.54 buys at the national price level, 8% above the national median.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis, Regional Price Parities by metropolitan area, 2024. Prices are for the metro area, not for a single neighborhood.
Estimate your Worcester paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$1,791
- Per year: $89,568
- Per month: $7,464
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Worcester metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Worcester
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $135 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $80 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,505 |
| 13-week assignment | $19,565 |
Travel emergency nurse assignments commonly pay housing and meals stipends. The GSA per diem is the federal benchmark for what those stipends can be tax-free. Whether a stipend is tax-free for you depends on keeping a valid tax home, so confirm with your recruiter and a tax professional. Compare with your offer in the travel pay calculator.
Source: U.S. General Services Administration per diem rates, fiscal year 2026 (average across months).
Hospitals in Worcester
CMS lists 5 hospitals in Worcester, 0 of the 2 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of emergency nurses.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Umass Memorial Medical Center/University Campus Worcester, MA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| St Vincent Hospital Worcester, MA | Acute care | For-profit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Adcare Hospital Of Worcester Inc Worcester, MA | Acute care | For-profit | Not rated | No |
| Hospital For Behavioral Medicine Worcester, MA | Psychiatric | For-profit | Not rated | No |
| Worcester Recovery Center And Hospital Worcester, MA | Psychiatric | Government and federal | Not rated | No |
Source: CMS Hospital General Information, public data. A directory of hospitals, not a list of our clients.
Primary care shortage areas in Worcester County
HRSA lists 8 active primary care shortage designations that include Worcester County (1 geographic, 1 population-group, 6 facility). The highest-scoring one rates 16 on a 0 to 25 scale, where a higher score means a greater shortage.
Shortage areas are where demand for nurses, nurse practitioners, physician assistants and other clinicians is greatest. Federal loan repayment programs such as the NHSC and Nurse Corps cover some clinicians who work at eligible shortage-area sites. Eligibility is set by each program and by the site, so ask your recruiter before you plan around it.
Source: HRSA Health Professional Shortage Areas data warehouse, designated areas only. A designation can cover part of a county.
Registered Nurse pay in nearby cities
| City | Distance | Median pay | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Springfield, MA | 39 mi | $43.74/hr | 154,888 |
Emergency nurse jobs in Massachusetts · Emergency nurse jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Massachusetts
Massachusetts has enacted the Nurse Licensure Compact but has not implemented it as of October 15, 2026, so a nurse working here applies for a Massachusetts license by endorsement.
Massachusetts taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
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Worcester city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing
Common questions
How much do emergency nurses make in Worcester, MA?
BLS reports pay for registered nurses overall, not by specialty. Registered Nurses in the Worcester metro area have a median pay of $49.76 per hour, about $103,490 a year. The middle half earn between $41.40 and $65.08 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Worcester a good place for emergency nurses once cost of living is counted?
Worcester ranks 50th of 335 metro areas for registered nurse pay after adjusting for local prices, and 44th of 379 before adjusting. Overall prices run 3% above the U.S. average.
Who is hiring emergency nurses in Worcester?
We list 15 open roles with published pay from 1 employer in Worcester. Your free report adds named employers and pay near Worcester.
Do I need a Massachusetts license to work in Worcester as an emergency nurse?
Massachusetts has enacted the Nurse Licensure Compact but has not implemented it as of October 15, 2026, so a nurse working here applies for a Massachusetts license by endorsement. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Is Worcester in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 8 active primary care shortage designations that include Worcester County. Shortage areas often have more openings, and some loan repayment programs cover clinicians who work at eligible sites.
What is the per diem for a travel assignment in Worcester?
The federal per diem benchmark in Worcester is $135 a night for lodging and $80 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,505 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
Does Valorem Health place emergency nurses in Worcester?
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Your RN pay reportWorcester, MA · pay published by hospitals, collected October 15, 2026
1Pay for your role at other hospitals
- Veterans Health AdministrationWorcester, MA · 5 postings$66.37/ hr$40–$93
- UMass Memorial Health CareWorcester, MA · 163 postings$58.63/ hr$34–$87
- Mass General BrighamNorthampton, MA · 79 postings$57.53/ hr$33–$100
- Boston Medical CenterBoston, MA · 137 postings$56.69/ hr$32–$81
Median posted pay per hour, with the range each employer published.
2What they are offering now
Low$38Median$56.69High$79
543 RN postings with published pay in Massachusetts, 458 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 543 RN roles
- Registered Nurse, 4 West, Neurology/Neurosurgery, 24 Hours, NightsPermanent$39.89–$87.15/ hour
- Registered Nurse, Emergency Department, University, 36 Hours, Nights, 7p-7aPermanent$39.89–$87.15/ hour
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