PermanentPosted today
Registered Nurse - (Outpatient Pediatrics)
Sturdy Memorial Hospital · Attleboro, MA
$35.88–$55.56/ hour
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Registered Nurse jobs in New Bedford, MA
Pay for registered nurses in the New Bedford area centers on $46.74 per hour, or about $97,220 a year. The lower quarter earns under $39.58 and the upper quarter over $54.11. The CMS hospital directory lists 13 hospitals in the New Bedford metro area. That ranks 81st of 379 U.S. metro areas for registered nurse pay, and 81st of 335 once local prices are factored in. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near New Bedford.
- $46.74median pay per hour, Providence
- $40–$54typical range per hour
- 15,770registered nurses employed in the metro area
- 45open roles with published pay in the metro area
Open Registered Nurse roles near New Bedford
Roles in other cities of the Providence-Warwick area.
PermanentPosted today
Registered Nurse RN Home Health
Enhabit Home Health · Attleboro, MA
$89k–$95k/ year
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Registered Nurse 24 hour nights, 2-12 hour shifts. 7pm-7:30 am. Every other weekend and holiday
Sturdy Memorial Hospital · Attleboro, MA
$35.88–$55.56/ hour
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Med Surg Float Pool RN 24 hours Night- E/O weekend, E/O holiday
Sturdy Memorial Hospital · Attleboro, MA
$35.88–$55.56/ hour
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PermanentPosted yesterday
Registered Nurse - Critical Care Float (36hr Nights)
Sturdy Memorial Hospital · Attleboro, MA
$35.88–$55.56/ hour
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PermanentPosted yesterday
Registered Nurse - Critical Care Float - 24hr Nights
Sturdy Memorial Hospital · Attleboro, MA
$35.88–$55.56/ hour
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PermanentPosted 2 days ago
Registered Nurse (Inpatient)
Veterans Health Administration · Providence, RI
$88k–$160k/ year
Top 25% payNew this week
PermanentPosted 2 days ago
Registered Nurse Operating Room, Periop 101
Sturdy Memorial Hospital · Attleboro, MA
$35.88–$55.56/ hour
New this week
PermanentPosted 2 days ago
RN Balfour Med/Surg 36 hour days (3-12 hour shifts)
Sturdy Memorial Hospital · Attleboro, MA
$35.88–$55.56/ hour
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PermanentPosted 6 days ago
REGISTERED NURSE (OUTPATIENT STAFF)
Veterans Health Administration · Providence, RI
$88k–$160k/ year
Top 25% payNew this week
PermanentPosted 8 days ago
Registered Nurse 24 hr Nights - Float Pool 3 (8 hours shifts)
Sturdy Memorial Hospital · Attleboro, MA
$35.88–$55.56/ hour
PermanentPosted 9 days ago
RN / Registered Nurse - Infusion
BrightSpring Health Services · Providence, RI
$50.00–$55.00/ hour
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| Employer | Roles | Median pay / hour |
|---|---|---|
| Sturdy Memorial Hospital | 40 | $45.72 |
| Veterans Health Administration | 2 | $59.55 |
| Enhabit Home Health | 1 | $44.23 |
| BrightSpring Health Services | 1 | $52.50 |
| Amedisys | 1 | $47.61 |
Registered Nurse pay in New Bedford, MA
The metro median is 5% below the Massachusetts statewide median of $49.03 per hour. Nationally the median is $45.00 per hour. BLS counts about 15,770 registered nurses employed in the Providence-Warwick metro area, 22.3 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is about as concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.05).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $34.66 | $72,090 | 23% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $39.58 | $82,330 | 12% below U.S. median |
| Median | $46.74 | $97,220 | 4% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $54.11 | $112,550 | 20% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $64.09 | $133,310 | 42% above U.S. median |
How New Bedford ranks
- 81st of 379 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 81st of 335 after adjusting for local prices
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 New Bedford
- Overall prices in Providence-Warwick run 2% above the U.S. average (index 101.8, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 4% above the U.S. average (index 103.9).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $46.74 median hour buys what $45.93 buys at the national price level, 2% 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 New Bedford paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$1,683
- Per year: $84,132
- Per month: $7,011
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Providence-Warwick metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in New Bedford
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $126 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $80 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,442 |
| 13-week assignment | $18,746 |
Travel registered 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 the Providence-Warwick area
CMS lists 13 hospitals in the Providence-Warwick area, 5 of the 10 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of registered nurses.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Providence Va Medical Center Providence, RI | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | Government and federal | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Rhode Island Hospital Providence, RI | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Southcoast Hospitals Group Fall River, MA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| The Miriam Hospital Providence, RI | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Women & Infants Hospital Of Rhode Island Providence, RI | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Kent County Memorial Hospital Warwick, RI | Acute care | For-profit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Roger Williams Medical Center Providence, RI | Acute care | For-profit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Saint Anne's Hospital Fall River, MA | Acute care | For-profit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Sturdy Memorial Hospital Attleboro, MA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Brown University Health Morton Hospital Taunton, MA | Acute care | For-profit | 1 of 5 | Yes |
Source: CMS Hospital General Information, public data. A directory of hospitals, not a list of our clients.
Primary care shortage areas in Bristol County
HRSA lists 4 active primary care shortage designations that include Bristol County (1 population-group, 3 facility). The highest-scoring one rates 19 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fall River, MA | 9 mi | $46.74/hr | 94,689 |
| Taunton, MA | 19 mi | $46.74/hr | 61,936 |
| Brockton, MA | 29 mi | $49.25/hr | 105,788 |
| Weymouth Town, MA | 38 mi | $49.25/hr | 60,159 |
| Quincy, MA | 42 mi | $49.25/hr | 103,434 |
| Boston, MA | 47 mi | $49.25/hr | 673,458 |
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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.
Other healthcare roles in New Bedford
New Bedford city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing
Common questions
How much do registered nurses make in New Bedford, MA?
Registered Nurses in the Providence-Warwick metro area have a median pay of $46.74 per hour, about $97,220 a year. The middle half earn between $39.58 and $54.11 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is New Bedford a good place for registered nurses once cost of living is counted?
Providence-Warwick ranks 81st of 335 metro areas for registered nurse pay after adjusting for local prices, and 81st of 379 before adjusting. Overall prices run 2% above the U.S. average.
Who is hiring registered nurses in New Bedford?
We list 45 open roles with published pay from 5 employers in the Providence-Warwick area. Your free report adds named employers and pay near New Bedford.
Do I need a Massachusetts license to work in New Bedford as a registered 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 New Bedford in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 4 active primary care shortage designations that include Bristol 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 New Bedford?
The federal per diem benchmark in New Bedford is $126 a night for lodging and $80 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,442 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
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Your RN pay reportNew Bedford, 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
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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
+ 541 more in your report. Each one has pay, shift and start date.
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