For Nurses

Nurses at Wentworth-Douglass feel pride in knowing they work for the Seacoast’s leading medical center. Wentworth-Douglass is a Magnet®-recognized hospital and part of Mass General Brigham.

Nursing at Wentworth-Douglass

Important Notice: Talent Acquisition System Transition

From December 24th to January 2nd, our Applicant Tracking System will be temporarily unavailable as we transition from Taleo to Workday. During this period, you will be unable to submit job applications directly.

However, if you're interested in joining Mass General Brigham, please complete this short form to express your interest, and our team will reach out once the new system is live for you to create a profile and apply in Workday. We appreciate your understanding and look forward to connecting with you soon!

Professional Development and Recognition

There are many opportunities to grow in your career at WDH!

• Our Professional Recognition Program is a career ladder designed for clinical nurses that allows them to grow and advance in their profession without having to leave the bedside. You can continue doing what you love – establishing relationships with and caring for patients – and your expertise will be recognized, professionally and financially.
• Our nurses are encouraged to validate their expertise through board certification in their chosen specialty. We’ll provide resources to help you achieve this goal.
• Our Nursing Education, Research, and Innovation (NERI) department is here to support you as you explore educational, academic, mentorship, and career opportunities.
• NERI does offer considerable support/resources to nurses returning to the workforce and those new to acute care. We truly provide individualized orientation programs whether you are a new grad or a nurse of 30 years, regardless of your background.

Magnet Recognition Program®

Wentworth-Douglass Hospital has achieved Magnet® recognition, the nation’s highest honor for excellence in nursing, recognizing professionalism, teamwork and superiority in patient care.

Daisy Award

WDH partners with the DAISY Foundation to recognize exceptional nursing care through the DAISY Award Program.

Rose Award

The Rose Award (Recognition of Staff Excellence) was created as a way to recognize the excellence of compassionate caregivers.

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New Graduates

After logging long hours to become a nurse, it’s time to start your career. We want you to feel supported every step of the way. From career development to certifications, you’ll have everything you need to do your job successfully, no matter the direction it takes.

"The new grad program offered me support greater than I could ever have imagined. The integration of classroom, Simulation training, and preceptor time in the residency program allowed me to smoothly transition from four years of school to professional practice."