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Mass General Brigham
Salem, Massachusetts

Nurse Educator - Perioperative

Registered NurseFull-Time

Listed compensation

$94k-$137k

The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed

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Posted 1mo ago

Job Description

Site: North Shore Medical Center, Inc.

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

Responsible for the planning, implementation, and evaluation of educational programs for nursing staff within the hospital. This role aims to enhance clinical skills, promote best practices, and ensure compliance with regulatory standards. Does this position require Patient Care? Yes

Essential Functions Design and develop educational programs and curricula tailored to the needs of nursing staff, covering clinical procedures, patient care protocols, technological advancements, and regulatory compliance.

  • Conduct educational sessions, workshops, and in-service training to enhance nursing staff knowledge, skills, and competencies, utilizing various teaching methodologies and resources.
  • Facilitate orientation programs for new nursing hires, introducing them to hospital policies, procedures, and standards of care.
  • Organize and promote continuing education opportunities for nursing staff, encouraging ongoing professional development, and facilitating access to relevant training resources.
  • Evaluate and assess the clinical skills and competencies of nursing staff, providing constructive feedback and creating individual development plans where needed.
  • Ensure nursing staff compliance with healthcare regulations, accreditation standards, and best practices through education, training, and audits.
  • Work collaboratively with nursing leadership, department heads, and other healthcare professionals to align educational initiatives with organizational goals and quality improvement efforts.
  • Maintain accurate records of educational programs, attendance, evaluations, and staff competencies, providing reports as required by regulatory bodies and hospital administration.

Qualifications

  • Education
  • Bachelor's Degree Nursing required and master's degree Nursing preferred

Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree?

No

Licenses and Credentials

Registered Nurse [RN - State License] - Generic - HR Only required

Experience

Clinical nursing experience 3-5 years required, and Nurse or health training or educator experience 2-3 years preferred.

Experience in perioperative nursing is required. (Preferably as OR nurse)

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

  • Proficient in curriculum development, instructional design, and adult learning principles.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to lead and motivate others, fostering a culture of continuous learning.
  • Familiarity with healthcare technologies and learning management systems is often preferred.
  • Capacity to adapt to changing healthcare practices and regulations.

Additional Job Details (if applicable)

Remote Type

Onsite

Work Location: 55 Highland Avenue

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Employee Type

Regular

Work Shift

Day (United States of America)

Pay Range

$93,953.60 - $136,739.20/Annual

Grade

7

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.

EEO Statement

3200 North Shore Medical Center, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law.

We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.

To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran’s Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.

Mass General Brigham Competency Framework

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.

Key Responsibilities

The Nurse Educator is responsible for planning, implementing, and evaluating educational programs to enhance the clinical skills and competencies of nursing staff. This role also facilitates orientation for new hires and ensures compliance with healthcare regulations and accreditation standards.

Qualifications

Education
Master's degree (postgraduate degree)
Experience
5+ years of experience

Key Skills

Staff trainingClinical competency assessment

Perioperative Nursing — Registered Nurse Career Context

Of the 50 active Perioperative Nursing listings this role was benchmarked against, 24% are remote, 44% have no call, 70% require no weekends.

The cost-of-living index for Massachusetts is 105.8 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$115k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $109k in an average-cost state. 63.2% of Massachusetts clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

What does the Perioperative Nursing market look like in Massachusetts?
MeasureThis jobMarket
Work-life score5.1 / 10 · above average in perioperative nursing (rn)ranked against 34 Perioperative Nursing (RN) listingslisting-based score, 0–10
Listed pay$94k–$137kPerioperative Nursing median $108k (middle half $100k–$128k)25 comparable listings, Oct 2026
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$109k in purchasing powerMassachusetts index 105.8 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Work settingon-sitepeers: 24% remote · 44% no call · 70% no weekends50 benchmarked listings
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index (34 Perioperative Nursing (RN) listings), BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Oct 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

Top Registered Nurse Jobs

32 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution

32 jobs · 24 employers
9
<$105k
12
$105k-125k
6
$125k-145k
4
$145k-165k
1
$165k

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

25 jobs · 24 employers
401k / retirement match
88%
Sign-on bonus
28%
CME allowance
12% this job
Loan repayment
4%

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

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#2

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#3

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#4

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+ 30 more · ranked by pay

Work-life snapshot

median 3.5this job 5.1
Better work-life than 60% of Perioperative Nursing (RN) listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 34 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

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About Mass General Brigham

Hospitals and Health Care
Somerville, Massachusetts
10,000+ employees

Benefits & Perks

Comprehensive Benefits
Career Advancement Opportunities
Differentials
Premiums
Bonuses
Recognition Programs

Living in Salem

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$664k≈ 7.1× annual pay
Typical market rent
$2,658/mo≈ 34% of gross pay
Residents’ average commute
29 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
108.3
State income tax
Up to 5%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), Zillow market rents (Aug 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

BEA 2024 · Boston-Cambridge-Newton, MA-NH metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

Ratios use this listing’s gross annual pay. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.