Nurse III

State of Mississippi; Florence (MS); On-site; USD 56,000 - 98,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of Mississippi, Mississippi State Hospital in Rankin County, is seeking a Seasoned Professional Registered Nurse to join the nursing team as Nurse III. You will oversee more complex care within a multidisciplinary setting and may mentor staff or act as a shift supervisor.

Full-time position with competitive annual salary of $55,741.31 to $97,961.87. Opening date 09/15/2026; interview deadline 09/21/2026 at 11:59 PM CT. For TDl details contact 601-351-8509.

Qualifications

• Typically requires state licensure as a Registered Nurse.
• 2+ years of experience as a Registered Nurse.
• Strong attention to detail, communication, and organization.

Responsibilities

• Oversee more complex or sensitive care as part of the medical treatment team.
• Participate in multidisciplinary team activities and direct patient care.
• May mentor or direct the work of lower level staff and serve as shift supervisor.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Job description

Nurse III in 61 - RANKIN COUNTY, MS | GovernmentJobs.com page has loaded.

State of Mississippi

$55,741.31 - $97,961.87 Annually

Location

61 - RANKIN COUNTY, MS

Full-Time

Job Number

9226-0374-20260915rank

Opening Date

09/15/2026

9/21/2026 at 11:59 PM Central Time (US & Canada)

Agency Minimum Salary

$55,741.31

$97,961.87

About the Agency

The mission of Mississippi State Hospital (MSH) is to help the individuals we serve achieve mental wellness by encouraging hope, promoting safety, and supporting recovery while utilizing resources effectively. Call Human Resources for more information at 601-351-8020.

Seasoned Professional Registered Nurse accountable for serving as a member of the medical treatment team. Accountable for overseeing more complex or sensitive care, participating as a member of multidisciplinary team providing direct care in a patient care setting, or providing nursing and health services in a public health program. May be responsible for mentoring or directing the work of lower level employees. May serve as a shift supervisor.This position is within Building 81, A-Shift.For information related to Type, Duty, and Location Pay (TDL), please contact 601-351-8509.

What you'll need to be Successful

Successful candidates must have a good attitude, be ready and willing to learn and grow, have strong attention to detail, strong communication skills, and excellent organizational skills.

Preferred Qualifications

Typically requires state licensure as a Registered Nurse and 2+ years of experience as a Registered Nurse.

Address 210 East Capitol Street
Suite 800
Jackson, Mississippi, 39201