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Medical-Surgical Registered Nurse
Vicksburg, Mississippi
Merit Health River Region

$1,462-2,102/week

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Job Opportunity: Travel Med Surg RN

Location: Vicksburg, Mississippi
Employment Type: Travel

Job Details

Specialty: Registered Nurse (RN) - Medical Surgical
Shift: Days (7:00 AM - 7:30 PM) with rotating weekends
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Start Date: ASAP

Required Qualifications

Valid RN license in Mississippi
Minimum 2 years of experience in Medical Surgical / Telemetry nursing
Medical Surgical / Telemetry experience within the last year
NIHSS certification
BLS (Basic Life Support) certification
ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support) certification
Associate of Science in Nursing or Associate Degree in Nursing
Must have a permanent address located more than 50 miles from the facility

Additional Information

Position may require floating to other units
Facility uses a truncated requirement checklist to facilitate quick start dates

Note: Prior travel experience is not explicitly required for this position.

Facility

Merit Health River Region

3.5rating(21 reviews)

1 nurse recommends working with Merit Health River Region

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Short Term Acute Care
301 beds

ADDRESS2100 Highway 61 NorthVicksburg, MS 39183

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About Vicksburg, MS

As a Travel Medical Surgical Nurse in Vicksburg, MS here's what you should know:

Cost of Living

The cost of living in Vicksburg is lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.

Weather

Average summer highs are around 91°F, and winter lows average around 36°F.

Furnished Housing

Short term rentals are available in Vicksburg, and they are relatively easy to find due to the city's tourism industry and the presence of travel nurses.

Transportation

Vicksburg is car-friendly with easy access to major highways.
Public transportation options are limited.

Demographics

Vicksburg has a diverse population with a wide age range.
Common health issues may include obesity and cardiovascular diseases.
There is a growing population of travel nurses due to the city's healthcare facilities.

Things to Do

Vicksburg offers a variety of activities including exploring Civil War battlegrounds, visiting antebellum homes, dining at enticing restaurants, and experiencing multiple museums showcasing the city's rich history and life on the Mississippi River.

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