Nurse Supervisor

Salary: $75,640.96 - $132,934.26 Annually
Location : 61 - RANKIN COUNTY, MS
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 9228-0374-20261001R
Department: 0374 - MH-MS STATE HOSPITAL
Opening Date: 10/05/2026
Closing Date: 10/7/2026 11:59 PM Central
Agency Minimum Salary: $75,640.95
Agency Maximum Salary: $132,934.26
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 View phone number on click.appcast.io.
About the Position: Second-level Nurse Manager accountable for directing nursing services and oversight and review of work and documentation of subordinate and specialist personnel. Accountable for directing subordinates in coordinating care for patients and administering nursing programs. Directs nursing services and oversees other health services in a public health program. Is a highly functional member of a multidisciplinary team providing direct care in a patient care setting or directs nursing and health services in a public health program.This position is with-in Inpatient Services
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, 3-5+ years of experience as a Registered Nurse, and 2-4 years of experience supervising nurses.


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Wellness Benefits

Employees are eligible for a wellness and health promotion program. This plan provides annual benefits for certain services with first-dollar coverage with no deductible.
Life Insurance

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Optional Insurances

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Flexible Spending Accounts

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Paid Personal Leave and Sick Leave Full-time employees receive paid time off for personal needs and for sick leave. Leave begins accruing after one month of employment and may be used as it is accrued. Employees earn approximately 18 days of personal leave annually and 12 days of sick leave annually.
Military Leave

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Holidays

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Retirement Programs

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Deferred Compensation

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State Credit Union

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Tuition Reimbursement
Many state agencies provide opportunities for their employees to achieve higher education through tuition reimbursement. Common programs include medical and nursing fields, accounting, and business/administrative fields.
Career Development and Training

The Mississippi State Personnel Board offers several management and administrative certification programs, as well as professional development courses to enhance employee value to the agency. Individual agencies also offer technical training and allow membership in professional organizations to employees in their specific fields of employment.
Promotional Opportunities

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Career Ladders

Many job classifications provide career-ladder opportunities based upon attainment of competencies. These career ladders can increase an individual's salary, provided funds are available within the agency.
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How many years of experience do you have as a Registered Nurse?

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How many years of experience do you have supervising nurses?

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What is the highest level of education (or semester hours of college) you have completed from an accredited four-year college or university?

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Are you licensed as a Registered Nurse?

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