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LPN - Dermatology - MGH

Massachusetts General Hospital

Boston, Massachusetts

$31.50/hr

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LPNSign-on bonus

Posted Aug 13, 2026 · Last seen active Aug 14, 2026

What this means for you

Massachusetts General Hospital is an academic medical center — teaching floors, residents in the halls, and more sub-specialties to grow into. Per-diem means you set the rhythm — pick up when it works, step back when it doesn't. Ten-hour shifts split the difference — four days on, three days yours.

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Shift
10-hour

About this role

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Site: The General Hospital Corporation 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 *** Sign-On Bonus = $5,000 *** • Four 10-Hour Shifts • Hybrid - One Day Remote (post training) We offer an outstanding benefits packages to eligible employees including… • Medical, Dental and Vision insurance • Tuition Reimbursement • Generous paid time off • Subsidized MBTA pass (50% discount) • Resources for childcare and emergency backup care • Hospital paid retirement plan and tax-sheltered annuity plan • Employee “Perks” - enjoy discounts on tickets and passes for everything from ski resorts to museums to sporting events. You contribute to our success. Every role has an impact on our patients' lives, and you can make a difference. We are looking for someone as dedicated as you to be a part of our team. About Mass General Hospital Mass General Hospital is a world-renowned hospital that provides the highest quality care to patients. We are a leader in medical research and education, and we are committed to delivering our employees with a rewarding and fulfilling career. Under the supervision of a Nurse Manager, licensed clinical leader, or non-clinical practice manager – and in collaboration with other team members – provides direct and indirect patient care in accordance with the scope of practice. Does this position require Patient Care? Yes Essential Functions • Interviews patients about current problems, medications, and allergies, and reviews medical records for pertinent previous and current information. • Measure and record patients' vital signs. Based on the chief complaint, the physician may also perform additional screening exams as needed, such as hearing, vision, depression, and falls assessments. • Measure and record patients' vital signs, including height, weight, temperature, blood pressure, pulse, and respiration. • Provide basic patient care and treatments, such as dressing wounds, treating bedsores, administering enemas or douches, applying alcohol rubs, massaging, performing catheterizations, administering routine immunizations, and/or providing nebulizer treatments and visual acuity tests. • Participates in patient treatment regimen, including administering medications (under the supervision of a physician and registered nurse). • Communicates post-visit findings and participates in the plan of care, in coordination with the appropriate clinical staff • Performs a variety of office responsibilities: answers phones and takes messages, and performs triage within the scope of licensed practical nursing practice in an accurate and timely manner. • Collect samples, such as blood, urine, or sputum from patients, and perform routine laboratory tests on samples. • Prepare patients for examinations, tests, or treatments and explain procedures. • Assist patients with bathing, dressing, maintaining personal hygiene, transferring in bed, and standing and walking. Qualifications Education Trade/Technical/Vocational Diploma Licensed Practical Nurse required Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? No Licenses and Credentials Licensed Practical Nurse [LPN - State License] - Generic - HR Only required Basic Life Support [BLS Certification] - Data Conversion - Various Issuers preferred Experience Medical experience 0-1 year preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities - Basic knowledge of patient education: interviewing and listening skills, teaching and engagement techniques, and understanding of health-related conditions and information. - Ability to accurately perform vital signs and obtain pertinent health information, including but not limited to: temperature, pulse, respirations, blood pressure, height, and weight. - Ability to administer medication; routes of administration may include injections, intravenous, and oral medications. - Knowledge and ability to perform specific procedures and tests as appropriate to the clinical setting. - Ability to communicate in a professional, courteous, clear, and concise manner. Additional Job Details (if applicable) Remote Type Hybrid Work Location 50 Staniford Street Scheduled Weekly Hours 40 Employee Type Regular Work Shift Day (United States of America) Pay Range $31.50 - $43.64/Hourly Grade 5 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: 1200 The General Hospital Corporation 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.

Skills for this role

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Certifications

BLS

Benefits

  • Health insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance
  • Opportunities for advancement
  • Retirement plan

About the employer

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Massachusetts General Hospital
Academic Medical Center

You are weighing Massachusetts General Hospital in Boston—an academic center inside the Mass General Brigham system, recognized on the U.S. News Best Hospitals Honor Roll for 2026–2027. Day to day you chart in Epic, and RN staffing and time-plan schedules…

3.8 Google rating

What reviewers appreciate

  • ANCC PTAP-accredited Transition to Practice Program with 12–26 weeks of dedicated preceptor support
  • Multiple new-grad clinical tracks including L&D, ED, Critical Care, Oncology, OR, Cardiology, Pediatrics, and inpatient psych
  • Unit-level staffing and scheduling with direct-care nurse input

What reviewers flag

  • Nurse reviews frequently say pay lags Boston cost of living and tie that to high turnover
  • Advancement opportunities described as mixed, with some reporting limited progression or stagnation
  • Management support is real for many, but disorganization and uneven transparency also show up in reviews
collaborativesupportiveunit-led schedulingpreceptor-backedacademicnon-union

Living in Boston, MA

Boston blends world-class medicine with deep colonial history. Compact walkable neighborhoods like Back Bay and the South End sit beside the Charles River. Winters are real and housing is costly, but nurses gain access to America's premier healthcare corridor.

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Metro price level · Boston area
8% above the national average
BEA index 108.3 (100 = national)
Median gross rent
$2,147/mo
rent and tenant-paid utilities
Median household income
$97,344/yr
all local households, not nurse pay

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