Advanced Practice Registered Nurse

Advanced Practice Registered Nurse in 17 - DESOTO COUNTY, MS |  page has loaded.

State of Mississippi

$65,774.75 - $ Annually

Location

17 - DESOTO COUNTY, MS

Full-Time

Job Number

DES

0301 - HEALTH BOARD

Opening Date

11/06/2026

11/20/2026 at 11:59 PM Central Time (US & Canada)

Agency Minimum Salary

$65,774.75

$

About the Agency

The Mississippi State Department of Health’s mission is to protect and advance the health, well-being, and safety of everyone in Mississippi. Questions about this position can be directed to recruitment.gov.

This Time-Limited APRN position will conduct comprehensive patient assessments, including history, physical examinations, and risk evaluations. They diagnose and manage health conditions, prescribe medications, treatments, and other necessary interventions, and perform follow-up evaluations. APRNs also collaborate closely with multidisciplinary public health teams, including RNs, social workers, DIS, and physicians, to support coordinated and effective patient care. APRNs provide independent, billable patient visits, contributing directly to clinic revenue and improving financial sustainability through reimbursable assessments, evaluations, and follow-up care.

APRNs will need a blend of clinical expertise, public health knowledge, and strong communication and organizational skills. Proficiency in performing women’s health exams, family planning assessments, EPSDT, and STI evaluations. Ability to provide clear, compassionate education on prevention, lifestyle changes, and reproductive health. Ability to work closely with RNs, LPNs, medical aides, supervising physicians, and any other multidisciplinary team members.

What you'll need to be Successful

APRN will need a blend of clinical expertise, public health knowledge, and strong communication and organizational skills. Proficiency in performing women’s health exams, family planning assessments, EPSDT, and STI evaluations. Ability to provide clear, compassionate education on prevention, lifestyle changes, and reproductive health. Ability to work closely with RNs, LPNs, medical aides, supervising physicians and any other multidisciplinary team members.

Preferred Qualifications

Typically requires licensure as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse and nationally board certified.— Agency

Preferred Qualifications:

Mississippi licensure as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse and nationally board-certified. Training in IUD insertion/removal, Nexplanon implant insertion/removal, and colposcopy/cryosurgery certification is not required but is considered a valuable asset.

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Employer State of Mississippi

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