Travel Nurse RN Jobs in Mississippi

Travel Nurse RN jobs in Mississippi are in steady demand, concentrated in acute care hospitals, critical access facilities, and long-term care across a state with persistent staffing shortages in both urban and rural communities. The largest hiring activity is in Jackson, Gulfport, and Hattiesburg, where systems like Merit Health, Forrest Health, and Singing River Health System maintain ongoing travel nurse rn contracts. The most sought-after specialties are ICU, emergency department, and medical-surgical nursing. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles29
Top employerVoyage Health
Top cityJackson, MS
Cities hiring9
Top credentialBLS Certification
Companies hiring3

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Travel RN Mother Baby
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Travel RN Mother Baby
Voyage Health
Greenville, Mississippi
Healthcare Administration
Nursing
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$1,710 - $1,800/yr

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Travel RN ICU
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Travel RN ICU
Voyage Health
Bay Saint Louis, Mississippi
Healthcare Administration
Nursing
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$1,920 - $2,021/yr

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Travel RN Pediatrics
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Travel RN Pediatrics
Voyage Health
Starkville, Mississippi
Healthcare Administration
Nursing
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$2,308 - $2,430/yr

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Travel RN Labor and Delivery
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Travel RN Labor and Delivery
Voyage Health
Flowood, Mississippi
Healthcare Administration
Nursing
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$1,831 - $1,928/yr

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Travel RN-MedSurg in Starkville, Mississippi
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Travel RN-MedSurg in Starkville, Mississippi
Voyage Health
Starkville, Mississippi
Healthcare Administration
Nursing
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$1,797 - $1,891/yr

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Travel Nurse RN Jobs by City in Mississippi

Where Mississippi roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Jackson
7 jobs
Vicksburg
5 jobs
Greenville
4 jobs
Starkville
4 jobs
Flowood
3 jobs
Natchez
2 jobs
Hattiesburg
2 jobs
Southaven
1 job
Bay Saint Louis
1 job

Travel Nurse RN Job Market in Mississippi

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

Who's Hiring

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    Voyage Health24
  • American Traveler
    American Traveler3
  • HealthTrust Workforce Solutions
    HealthTrust Workforce Solutions2

What Mississippi Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in travel nurse RN jobs across Mississippi.

  • Active Mississippi RN license or a multistate Nurse Licensure Compact license recognized in Mississippi
  • Current BLS certification required by most Mississippi hospital employers
  • Minimum one to two years of recent acute care RN experience in a relevant specialty
  • ACLS certification required for ICU, emergency department, and step-down travel assignments
  • Completed background check and drug screening meeting Mississippi facility standards
  • Ability to fulfill a standard 13-week travel contract with on-site shift requirements

Travel Nurse RN Jobs in Mississippi: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a travel nurse rn in Mississippi?

To become a travel nurse rn in Mississippi, you must hold a registered nurse license issued by the Mississippi Board of Nursing or a multistate Nurse Licensure Compact license from an eligible state, which Mississippi recognizes. You need an Associate Degree in Nursing or a Bachelor of Science in Nursing and must pass the NCLEX-RN exam. Most Mississippi facilities also require at least one year of clinical experience in your specialty before they will accept a travel assignment.

How much do travel nurse RNs make in Mississippi?

Travel nurse RNs in Mississippi earn a median of about $77,090 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $60,610 for the lowest 10% to over $100,350 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire travel nurse rns in Mississippi?

Employers hiring travel nurse rns in Mississippi right now include Voyage Health, American Traveler, and HealthTrust Workforce Solutions, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Mississippi's mix of regional hospital systems, critical access hospitals in rural counties, and Gulf Coast medical centers means travel nurse rn demand stays relatively consistent throughout the year.

Which Mississippi cities have the most travel nurse rn jobs?

The Mississippi cities with the most travel nurse rn openings are Jackson, Vicksburg, and Greenville. Jackson leads because it is home to the state's largest hospital systems and the University of Mississippi Medical Center, while Gulfport and Hattiesburg draw placements through their regional medical centers and the ongoing demand created by a coastal population that is both growing and aging.

How can I get hired as a travel nurse rn in Mississippi with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is completing a new graduate residency program, which Mississippi Health Systems such as Merit Health and the University of Mississippi Medical Center offer to help new RNs build the clinical hours required for travel contracts. Starting in a staff RN role on a medical-surgical or telemetry unit builds the one-to-two years of acute care experience most Mississippi travel contracts require. Holding an active Mississippi RN license and current BLS certification before applying strengthens any entry-level candidate.

Where can I find and apply to travel nurse rn jobs in Mississippi?

You can find and apply to travel nurse rn jobs in Mississippi on Migrate Mate, which lists current Mississippi openings updated regularly. Search the listings to find roles that match your specialty, preferred location, and contract length, then apply directly to the ones that fit.

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