RN Test Observer

D&SDT -Headmaster LLP

Salem, Massachusetts

Posted Sep 3

Unit and setting: Long Term Care
License: RN licenseA current, unencumbered RN license.
Term: Local Contract

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License: A current, unencumbered RN license.
Experience: At least one year of experience providing care for the elderly or chronically ill of any age.
Also asks: An LLC registered with the Secretary of State and in good standing.

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Against similar roles: In range for Massachusetts agency rolesMassachusetts agency postings that state pay run $39/hr to $77/hr, the middle half $47/hr to $68/hr, across 32 postings.

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Scheduling: Self-scheduling offered

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D&S Diversified Technologies - Headmaster LLP is currently seeking Registered Nurses in Massachusetts to serve as RN Test Observers for nurse aide skills examinations. If you are an RN with at least one year of experience in long-term care or with the chronically ill, this is an excellent opportunity for a rewarding, flexible, and physically low-impact role.

Role

Overview

As an RN Test Observer, you will observe the skills portion of the nurse aide exam in four-hour blocks. The process is fully computerized; you simply verify whether a candidate correctly performs each step of a pre-selected skill.

Compensation and Benefits

Flexible Scheduling: Manage your own hours and work in a comfortable environment.

Competitive Pay: Earnings are based on the number of tests administered. The base rate is approximately $37 per skills test, which typically takes 30 minutes or less.

Impact: You will play a vital role in addressing the nurse aide shortage and helping students begin their careers.

Qualifications

A current, unencumbered RN license.

An LLC registered with the Secretary of State and in good standing.

At least one year of experience providing care for the elderly or chronically ill of any age.

If you are interested in this position, please submit your resume and active unencumbered RN License to jessicar@hdmaster.com or call 1-888-401-0462 and ask for a member of the Massachusetts team for additional information.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Contract Pay: $60.00 - $70.00 per hour

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Work Location: In person

What's around it?

In Salem, MA

Salem, MAFrom Census ACS 2024.

Living costs about 6% above the US average

Median rent: $1,836/mo
Household income: $85,153/yr, all local households, not nurse pay

Life in Salem, MA

NeighborhoodsDowntown Salem offers dense, highly walkable living near the MBTA Commuter Rail station, packed with historic Federal architecture, renovated apartments, and converted condominiums. Derby Street Waterfront features iconic Federal and Colonial properties steps from Salem Harbor, while the Salem Common area balances historic townhomes and restored buildings with central green space. North Salem and Bridge Street Neck provide practical escapes from central congestion, granting faster driving connections to Route 128 and neighboring Beverly, while residential enclaves like South Salem, Salem Neck, and the waterfront Salem Willows neighborhood offer quieter seaside settings.

Downtown Salem offers dense, highly walkable living near the MBTA Commuter Rail station, packed with historic Federal architecture, renovated apartments, and converted condominiums. Derby Street Waterfront features iconic Federal and Colonial properties steps from Salem Harbor, while the Salem Common area balances historic townhomes and restored buildings with central green space.

North Salem and Bridge Street Neck provide practical escapes from central congestion, granting faster driving connections to Route 128 and neighboring Beverly, while residential enclaves like South Salem, Salem Neck, and the waterfront Salem Willows neighborhood offer quieter seaside settings.

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As of Sep 16, 2026Source 1: armstrongfield.com Source 2: apartments.com Source 3: youtube.com

Getting aroundSalem sits roughly 14 to 16 miles north of Boston, with MBTA Commuter Rail service providing a direct 30-minute ride into North Station, alongside seasonal connections via the Salem Ferry terminal in the Derby Waterfront District. Driving can be challenging; driving into Boston typically takes 45 to 75 minutes depending on traffic, with Route 128 serving as the nearest highway bypass. Local transit is supplemented by MBTA bus routes and the on-demand Salem Skipper microtransit service, but parking is notoriously limited downtown, especially during October when extensive resident-only parking restrictions take effect across the city.

Salem sits roughly 14 to 16 miles north of Boston, with MBTA Commuter Rail service providing a direct 30-minute ride into North Station, alongside seasonal connections via the Salem Ferry terminal in the Derby Waterfront District. Driving can be challenging; driving into Boston typically takes 45 to 75 minutes depending on traffic, with Route 128 serving as the nearest highway bypass.

Local transit is supplemented by MBTA bus routes and the on-demand Salem Skipper microtransit service, but parking is notoriously limited downtown, especially during October when extensive resident-only parking restrictions take effect across the city.

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As of Sep 16, 2026Source 1: apartments.com Source 2: youtube.com Source 3: rent.com Source 4: jasminejorges.com

OutdoorsCoastal recreation is anchored by Winter Island Marine Park and the Salem Willows waterfront park, which offers scenic green spaces alongside historic seaside amusements. Salem Common provides an active eight-acre gathering lawn in the heart of town, while the Forest River Conservation Area features nature trails and quiet spots for wildlife viewing. Collins Cove and the Salem Harbor shoreline deliver accessible walking and running corridors directly connected to the urban center.

Coastal recreation is anchored by Winter Island Marine Park and the Salem Willows waterfront park, which offers scenic green spaces alongside historic seaside amusements. Salem Common provides an active eight-acre gathering lawn in the heart of town, while the Forest River Conservation Area features nature trails and quiet spots for wildlife viewing.

Collins Cove and the Salem Harbor shoreline deliver accessible walking and running corridors directly connected to the urban center.

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As of Sep 16, 2026Source 1: apartments.com Source 2: armstrongfield.com Source 3: youtube.com

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Living in Salem

Salem, Massachusetts, is a captivating North Shore city where 400 years of maritime commerce and world-famous history meet an energetic, modern coastal lifestyle. For healthcare professionals relocating to the area, Salem offers a distinct urban-suburban balance just 16 miles north of Boston, featuring walkable brick corridors, premier institutions like the Peabody Essex Museum, and relaxed seaside escapes along Winter Island and the Salem Willows. Daily commuting into Boston or across the North Shore is anchored by the MBTA Commuter Rail, the seasonal Salem Ferry, and quick access toward Route 128 from North Salem. Living here requires navigating clear seasonal tradeoffs: every autumn brings immense crowds, downtown congestion, and restrictive resident-only parking that tests local patience. Yet for clinicians seeking historic architecture—from Federal row houses near Salem Common to waterfront flats along Derby Street—alongside thriving independent dining and an inclusive community culture, Salem delivers a uniquely spirited and walkable coastal home base.

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Salem, MAFrom Census ACS 2024.