Licensed Nurse Practical

Job Opportunity at State of Mississippi

This position is located at The State Veterans Home in Collins, MS. It is a first-level nursing position accountable for administering medication and other prescribed treatments, taking vital signs, assisting with care plan activities, observing and reporting patient conditions and behaviors, and participating in rehabilitation, ambulation, and transfers. Communicates with doctors, patients, and families, and educates patients on care. May provide transport and/or escort to offsite appointments and application of restraints when necessary. Mentors and delegates work to CNAs.

Salary: $51,531.56 Annually

Location: 16 - COVINGTON COUNTY, MS

Job Type: Full-Time

Job Number: 9223-0733-20260828Cn

Department: 0733 - MS STATE VETERANS HOMES SYSTEM

Opening Date: 08/28/2026

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

Agency Minimum Salary: $51,531.56 Agency Maximum Salary: $51,531.56

About the Agency: Mississippi Veteran Affairs mission is to honor veterans and their dependents through superior service, care, and assistance.

What you'll need to be successful: Good communication skills, both verbal and written. Excellent customer service skills, strong attention to detail. Ability to work as part of a cohesive team. Preferred Qualifications: Typically requires a Certificate from an Approved School of Nursing, Licensure as an LPN and 0-4 years of experience.