Licensed Practical Nurse Jobs in Mississippi
Licensed Practical Nurse jobs in Mississippi are consistently in demand, with steady hiring concentrated in long-term care facilities, rural health clinics, and acute care hospitals statewide. Jackson, Gulfport, and Hattiesburg account for the largest share of openings, where employers like Merit Health, Forrest General Hospital, and the Veterans Affairs system maintain active LPN pipelines. The most in-demand specialties are geriatric care, wound care, and med-surg, reflecting Mississippi's aging population and high rates of chronic illness. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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At Singing River Health System, caring isn’t just part of the job — it’s in our DNA. Whether we’re saving lives, supporting behind the scenes, or showing up for our community, we bring the energy, heart, and hustle every single day.
With pride, passion, and commitment, we will improve health and save lives in our community every day.
Shift:
7AM-7PMLocation:
Singing River Pascagoula HospitalJob Description Summary
Job Description
Position Overview:
The Licensed Practical Nurse provides skilled technical nursing care to patients according to predefined standards and a plan of care established by a Nurse Practitioner or Physician. Assumes other duties as assigned. The Licensed Practical Nurse provides care utilizing the MS Nurse Practice Act, the CDC Guidelines for Infection Control, and Singing River Health System Departments of Nursing Plan for Provision of Care, Treatment and Services. As such, this performance evaluation is based on these standards. Expectation is for all performed duties to be in accordance with Singing River Health System procedures and policies, accreditation organization, and governing guidance and publications for health care employees.
Expectation is for all performed duties to be in accordance with Singing River Health System procedures and policies, accreditation organization, and governing guidance and publications for health care employees
DISCLAIMER: This is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, skills, efforts, requirements or working conditions associated with the job. While this intends to be an accurate reflection of the current job, management reserves the right to revise the job or to require that other or different tasks performed as assigned.
Education:
Graduate of accredited School of Nursing program for Licensed Practical Nursing.
License:
Current State of Mississippi licensed as an LPN required; expanded role licensure preferred.
Certifications:
Required to complete and maintain BCLS certification upon hire and/or transfer.
Must have de-escalation training completed by the end of position orientation (90 days); must have appropriate level of de-escalation training.
Experience:
6 months nursing experience preferred
Reports to:
Patient Care Manager
Supervises:
Assigned personnel
Physical Demands:
Work is moderately active: involves sitting with frequent requirements to move about the office, move about the facility, and to travel to another facility within the SRHS service area. Work involves exerting a negligible amount of force frequently to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body.
Work involves using many physical motions in performing daily work activities; subject to exposure of body fluids, sputum and tissues, which may carry the hazard of infectious disease. Work involves using repetitive motions: substantial movements of the wrists, hands, and or fingers while operating standard office equipment such as computer keyboard.
Work involves being able to perceive the nature of sound at normal speaking levels with or without correction; the ability to make fine discriminations in sound. Work requires close visual and acuity and the ability to adjust the eye to bring an object into sharp focus, i.e. shift gaze from viewing a computer monitor to forms/printed material that are closer to compare data at close vision.
Must be able to be active for extended periods of time without experiencing undue fatigue. Must be able to work schedules assigned with the understanding that changes may be instituted according to the needs of the hospital for off days, shifts or weekends.
Mental Demands:
Must demonstrate keen mental faculties/assessment and decision making abilities. Must demonstrate superior communication/speaking/enunciation skills to receive and give information in person and by telephone. Must demonstrate strong written and verbal communication skills. Must possess emotional stability conducive to dealing with high stress levels. Must demonstrate ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
Attention to detail and the ability to multi-task in complex situations is required. Must have the ability to maintain collaborative and respectable working relationships throughout SRHS and other organizations
Special Demands:
Must possess superior customer service skills and professional etiquette. Must possess proficient knowledge and ability to use a computer (must be keyboard proficient) and other office technology (i.e., telephone, fax, etc.), MS Outlook and Word.
Must be able to demonstrate appropriate clinical judgment and apply appropriate professional skills to a patient population of all ages.
If you’re looking for purpose, teamwork, and a place where what you do truly matters, you’ve found it. Let’s do big things together. Apply now and join our team.
At Singing River Health System, caring isn’t just part of the job — it’s in our DNA. Whether we’re saving lives, supporting behind the scenes, or showing up for our community, we bring the energy, heart, and hustle every single day.
With pride, passion, and commitment, we will improve health and save lives in our community every day.
Shift:
7AM-7PMLocation:
Singing River Pascagoula HospitalJob Description Summary
Job Description
Position Overview:
The Licensed Practical Nurse provides skilled technical nursing care to patients according to predefined standards and a plan of care established by a Nurse Practitioner or Physician. Assumes other duties as assigned. The Licensed Practical Nurse provides care utilizing the MS Nurse Practice Act, the CDC Guidelines for Infection Control, and Singing River Health System Departments of Nursing Plan for Provision of Care, Treatment and Services. As such, this performance evaluation is based on these standards. Expectation is for all performed duties to be in accordance with Singing River Health System procedures and policies, accreditation organization, and governing guidance and publications for health care employees.
Expectation is for all performed duties to be in accordance with Singing River Health System procedures and policies, accreditation organization, and governing guidance and publications for health care employees
DISCLAIMER: This is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, skills, efforts, requirements or working conditions associated with the job. While this intends to be an accurate reflection of the current job, management reserves the right to revise the job or to require that other or different tasks performed as assigned.
Education:
Graduate of accredited School of Nursing program for Licensed Practical Nursing.
License:
Current State of Mississippi licensed as an LPN required; expanded role licensure preferred.
Certifications:
Required to complete and maintain BCLS certification upon hire and/or transfer.
Must have de-escalation training completed by the end of position orientation (90 days); must have appropriate level of de-escalation training.
Experience:
6 months nursing experience preferred
Reports to:
Patient Care Manager
Supervises:
Assigned personnel
Physical Demands:
Work is moderately active: involves sitting with frequent requirements to move about the office, move about the facility, and to travel to another facility within the SRHS service area. Work involves exerting a negligible amount of force frequently to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body.
Work involves using many physical motions in performing daily work activities; subject to exposure of body fluids, sputum and tissues, which may carry the hazard of infectious disease. Work involves using repetitive motions: substantial movements of the wrists, hands, and or fingers while operating standard office equipment such as computer keyboard.
Work involves being able to perceive the nature of sound at normal speaking levels with or without correction; the ability to make fine discriminations in sound. Work requires close visual and acuity and the ability to adjust the eye to bring an object into sharp focus, i.e. shift gaze from viewing a computer monitor to forms/printed material that are closer to compare data at close vision.
Must be able to be active for extended periods of time without experiencing undue fatigue. Must be able to work schedules assigned with the understanding that changes may be instituted according to the needs of the hospital for off days, shifts or weekends.
Mental Demands:
Must demonstrate keen mental faculties/assessment and decision making abilities. Must demonstrate superior communication/speaking/enunciation skills to receive and give information in person and by telephone. Must demonstrate strong written and verbal communication skills. Must possess emotional stability conducive to dealing with high stress levels. Must demonstrate ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
Attention to detail and the ability to multi-task in complex situations is required. Must have the ability to maintain collaborative and respectable working relationships throughout SRHS and other organizations
Special Demands:
Must possess superior customer service skills and professional etiquette. Must possess proficient knowledge and ability to use a computer (must be keyboard proficient) and other office technology (i.e., telephone, fax, etc.), MS Outlook and Word.
Must be able to demonstrate appropriate clinical judgment and apply appropriate professional skills to a patient population of all ages.
If you’re looking for purpose, teamwork, and a place where what you do truly matters, you’ve found it. Let’s do big things together. Apply now and join our team.
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What Mississippi Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in licensed practical nurse jobs across Mississippi.
- Active licensed practical nurse license issued or recognized by the Mississippi Board of Nursing
- Completion of a state-approved practical nursing program from an accredited institution
- Current CPR and Basic Life Support certification from an approved provider
- Minimum one year of clinical experience in a long-term care or acute care setting
- Demonstrated ability to administer medications and document patient care accurately
- Familiarity with electronic health records systems such as Epic or PointClickCare
Licensed Practical Nurse Jobs in Mississippi: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a licensed practical nurse in Mississippi?
You must complete a Mississippi Board of Nursing-approved practical nursing program, which is typically offered through community colleges such as Hinds Community College or Southwest Mississippi Community College, then pass the NCLEX-PN licensure exam. After passing, you apply directly to the Mississippi Board of Nursing for your license. Mississippi also participates in the Nurse Licensure Compact, so nurses licensed in other compact states may practice in Mississippi without obtaining a separate state license.
How much do licensed practical nurses make in Mississippi?
Licensed practical nurses in Mississippi earn a median of about $50,220 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $39,320 for the lowest 10% to over $60,910 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire licensed practical nurses in Mississippi?
Companies currently hiring licensed practical nurses in Mississippi include Diversicare Healthcare Services, Optum, and Sunrise Healthcare, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Long-term care chains, rural critical access hospitals, and state-run correctional health facilities are among the most consistent sources of LPN openings across Mississippi.
Which Mississippi cities have the most licensed practical nurse jobs?
Jackson, Tupelo, and Magee consistently post the most licensed practical nurse openings in Mississippi. Jackson dominates as the state capital and home to the University of Mississippi Medical Center and several Merit Health facilities, while Gulfport and Hattiesburg anchor the Gulf Coast and Pine Belt regions with their own hospital systems, rehabilitation centers, and growing outpatient clinic networks that drive steady LPN demand outside the capital.
Are there remote licensed practical nurse jobs in Mississippi?
Yes, but they're rare. About 0% of licensed practical nurse openings tied to Mississippi are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, reflecting the hands-on, bedside nature of most LPN roles. The limited remote opportunities that do exist tend to involve telephonic triage, care coordination, or utilization review positions, which typically require several years of clinical experience before an employer will consider a fully off-site arrangement.
How can I get hired as a licensed practical nurse in Mississippi with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying to long-term care and skilled nursing facilities, which consistently hire new graduates and offer on-the-job training in Mississippi. Employers like nursing home chains affiliated with Mississippi's Rural Health Association and VA Community Living Centers are known to take new LPNs. Applying as a medication aide or nursing assistant first gives you clinical hours that strengthen your application, and holding an active Mississippi Board of Nursing license before you apply puts you ahead of candidates still awaiting results.
Where can I find and apply to licensed practical nurse jobs in Mississippi?
You can find and apply to licensed practical nurse jobs in Mississippi on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings tied to the state. Search the listings to find roles that match your experience, specialty, and preferred location, then apply directly to the ones that fit. No profile creation is required to view or apply to the openings listed.
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