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Med Surg RN
Vicksburg, Mississippi
Merit Health River Region

$1,462-2,043/week

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Travel RN – Med Surg

Overview

Location: Vicksburg, Mississippi
Employment type: Travel
Start: ASAP
Contract length: 13 weeks
Shift: Nights, 7:00 p.m. to 7:30 a.m., with rotating weekends

Required Qualifications

Valid RN license in Mississippi
Med Surg (2 years of experience)
Med Surg experience within the last year
NIHSS
BLS
ACLS
Associate of Science in Nursing / Associate Degree in Nursing

Additional Notes

Submissions missing any required item will be rejected
Auto-offer is contingent on start date and scheduling requests

Facility

Merit Health River Region

3.4rating(23 reviews)

1 nurse recommends working with Merit Health River Region

3.0rating

Pros

Friendly staff. Sufficiently stocked with needed supplies.

Cons

Overstaffed. They let their staff pick up extra hours and then will float you to another unit out of your specialty. LPNs do their own admissions.

Sheena T

Med Surg (LPN / LVN)

Contract Position Jun '26

Review of Merit Health River Region on Aug 7, 2026

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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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