Nursing specialist Salary in Lowell, Massachusetts

How much does a Nursing specialist make in Lowell, MA?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Nursing specialist in Lowell, MA is $138,514. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $125,593 to $153,429, with most professionals earning between $113,829 and $167,008.

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What is a Nursing specialist?

A Nursing specialist is a highly skilled and experienced nurse who specializes in a specific area of healthcare, such as pediatrics, geriatrics, oncology, or critical care. They are responsible for providing advanced nursing care, conducting assessments, developing care plans, administering medications, and coordinating with other healthcare professionals to ensure the best possible outcomes for their patients. Nursing specialists may also be involved in patient education, research, and quality improvement initiatives within their specialty area. They are often seen as leaders and experts in their field, and may also be involved in mentoring and training other nurses.

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Common responsibilities of a Nursing specialist

Participate in quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient outcomes and safety.

September 08, 2023

Educate patients and their families about their health conditions, treatment options, and self-care techniques.

September 11, 2023

Advocate for patients' rights and promote a patient-centered approach to care.

September 11, 2023

Provide direct patient care, including administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and performing medical procedures.

September 14, 2023

Assess and evaluate patients' health needs and develop individualized care plans.

September 22, 2023

Collaborate with other healthcare professionals, such as physicians, therapists, and social workers, to coordinate patient care.

October 15, 2023

Conduct research and contribute to the development of evidence-based nursing practices.

November 06, 2023

Supervise and train nursing staff, ensuring that they adhere to best practices and provide high-quality care.

November 07, 2023

Serve as a resource for nursing staff, providing expertise and guidance on complex patient cases.

November 10, 2023

Stay current with advancements in nursing practice and healthcare technology through continuing education and professional development.

November 25, 2023

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Average Salary Range for Nursing specialist in Lowell, MA

Average Base Salary

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125593

153429

138514

Average Total Cash Compensation

Includes base and annual incentives

125845

153803

138763

What is the average salary for Nursing specialist in 2025?

These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Nursing specialist in Lowell, MA. The base salary for Nursing specialist ranges from $125,593 to $153,429 with the average base salary of $138,514. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $125,845 to $153,803 with the average total cash compensation of $138,763.

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	Average Salary	Average Salary Range
Base Salary	$138,514	$125,593 - $153,429
Bonus	$250	$252 - $374
Total Pay	$138,763	$125,845 - $153,803

* Base Salary represents gross income before taxes and deductions. It does not include additional pay such as benefits, bonuses, profit sharing or commissions.

* Total Pay combines base salary, bonuses, profit sharing, tips, commissions, overtime pay and other forms of cash earnings, as applicable for this job.

Nursing specialist Salary Near Lowell, MA

CITY, STATE	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE	COMPARE TO Lowell, MA
CITY, STATE Medford, MA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $130,156 - $159,003	COMPARE TO Lowell, MA
CITY, STATE Methuen, MA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $123,621 - $151,020	COMPARE TO Lowell, MA
CITY, STATE Lawrence, MA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $123,621 - $151,020	COMPARE TO Lowell, MA
CITY, STATE Newton, MA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $130,156 - $159,003	COMPARE TO Lowell, MA
CITY, STATE Nashua, NH	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $125,406 - $153,201	COMPARE TO Lowell, MA
CITY, STATE Salem, NH	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $123,621 - $151,020	COMPARE TO Lowell, MA

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About Lowell, Massachusetts

Lowell is a city in the U.S. Commonwealth of Massachusetts. Located in Middlesex County, Lowell (along with Cambridge) was a county seat until Massachusetts disbanded county government in 1999. With an estimated population of 109,945 in 2014, it is the fourth-largest city in Massachusetts, and the second-largest in the Boston metropolitan statistical area. The city is also part of a smaller Massachusetts statistical area called Greater Lowell, as well as New England's Merrimack Valley region. Incorporated in 1826 to serve as a mill town, Lowell was named after Francis Cabot Lowell, a local fi...

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