Nursing Jobs in Mississippi

Nursing jobs in Mississippi are consistently in demand, with strong hiring concentrated in hospital systems, long-term care facilities, and community health centers serving both urban and rural populations across the state. Jackson, Gulfport, and Hattiesburg are the largest hiring metros, anchored by employers like the University of Mississippi Medical Center, Singing River Health System, and Forrest Health. The specialties drawing the most openings are med-surg, critical care, and emergency nursing. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles23
Top employerDiversicare Healthcare Services
Top cityMacon, MS
Cities hiring17
Work type100% On-site
Top industryHealthcare

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RN Nursing Supervisor
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RN Nursing Supervisor
Diversicare Healthcare Services
Meridian, Mississippi
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
Public Health
Managed Registered Nurses (RNs)
5,001-10,000

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Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
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Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
The Pillars
Biloxi, Mississippi
Healthcare Administration
Nursing
Patient Services & Wellbeing

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Housekeeper I (PRN)- Comfort Care Nursing Center
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Housekeeper I (PRN)- Comfort Care Nursing Center
South Central Regional Medical Center
Laurel, Mississippi
Business Development
Business Strategy
Executive Leadership & C-Suite
Partnerships & Business Development
High school diploma or GED
1,001-5,000

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Housekeeper I (Full-Time)- Comfort Care Nursing Center
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Housekeeper I (Full-Time)- Comfort Care Nursing Center
South Central Regional Medical Center
Laurel, Mississippi
Business Development
Business Strategy
Executive Leadership & C-Suite
Partnerships & Business Development
High school diploma or GED
1,001-5,000

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Director of Nursing (DON): Crystal Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center
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Director of Nursing (DON): Crystal Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center
Nexion Health, Inc.
Greenwood, Mississippi
Business Development
Customer Success
Growth Marketing
Managed Registered Nurses (RNs)
1,001-5,000

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Nursing Jobs by City in Mississippi

Where Mississippi roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Macon
3 jobs
Gulfport
3 jobs
Laurel
2 jobs
Hattiesburg
2 jobs
Amory
1 job
Bruce
1 job
Biloxi
1 job
Fulton
1 job
Grenada
1 job

Nursing Job Market in Mississippi

A snapshot from current Mississippi openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

Diversicare Healthcare Services4 open roles
Noxubee Nursing Home3 open roles
Merit Health Wesley2 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Healthcare & Medical Services

What Mississippi Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in nursing jobs across Mississippi.

  • Active Mississippi nursing license issued or recognized by the Mississippi Board of Nursing
  • Associate or Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree from an accredited program
  • Current BLS certification, with ACLS or PALS required for critical care and emergency roles
  • Minimum one to two years of clinical experience for most hospital and specialty positions
  • Proficiency with electronic health record systems such as Epic or Meditech
  • Strong communication skills and ability to work rotating shifts including nights and weekends

Nursing Jobs in Mississippi: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a nursing in Mississippi?

To work as a registered nurse in Mississippi, you must earn an Associate Degree in Nursing or a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from an accredited program, pass the NCLEX-RN exam, and obtain licensure through the Mississippi Board of Nursing. Licensed nurses from other states may apply for licensure by endorsement. Mississippi participates in the Nurse Licensure Compact, allowing compact-state license holders to practice in Mississippi without a separate license.

How much do nursings make in Mississippi?

Nursings in Mississippi earn a median of about $31,520 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $27,050 for the lowest 10% to over $38,290 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire nursings in Mississippi?

Employers hiring nursings in Mississippi right now include Diversicare Healthcare Services, Noxubee Nursing Home, and Merit Health Wesley, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Mississippi's largest health systems, including academic medical centers in Jackson and regional hospitals on the Gulf Coast, account for the majority of consistent nursing openings statewide.

Which Mississippi cities have the most nursing jobs?

Macon, Gulfport, and Laurel have the most nursing openings in Mississippi. Jackson leads because it is home to the University of Mississippi Medical Center and a concentration of regional hospital systems, while Gulfport and Hattiesburg support active nursing markets driven by large community health networks and growing suburban populations that have expanded demand for outpatient and specialty care.

Are there remote nursing jobs in Mississippi?

Yes, but they're rare. About 0% of nursing openings tied to Mississippi are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, reflecting how hands-on most nursing roles are by nature. The positions most likely to allow remote work are telephone triage nursing, case management, utilization review, and certain care coordination roles that do not require direct bedside care.

How can I get hired as a nursing in Mississippi with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is a nurse residency program, which large Mississippi employers like the University of Mississippi Medical Center and Forrest Health offer specifically for new graduates. These structured programs provide supervised clinical rotations across units before permanent placement. Applying to med-surg or telemetry units is the most common lateral entry point, as those floors hire new grads regularly. Having your Mississippi nursing license active and BLS certification current before applying gives you a clear edge in the screening process.

Where can I find and apply to nursing jobs in Mississippi?

You can find and apply to nursing jobs in Mississippi on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers across the state. Find the roles that fit your experience and specialty and apply directly to those positions.

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