Nurse Practitioner
Nurse Practitioners at the entry level in Mississippi typically earn around $50.00 per hour, while experienced professionals can earn $60.00 per hour or more, reflecting their advanced clinical training and expanded scope of practice.
Sector: Healthcare & Life Sciences
About the Job:
Nurse Practitioners assess patients, order and interpret diagnostic tests, diagnose and manage acute and chronic conditions, prescribe medications, and provide patient education and counseling. They often specialize in areas such as family practice, pediatrics, adult–gerontology, or psychiatric-mental health and may work in clinics, hospitals, and other care settings.
Education & Training Requirements:
Nurse Practitioners must first become registered nurses (earning a nursing diploma, associate, or bachelor’s degree) and then complete a graduate-level Nurse Practitioner program (Master’s or Doctor of Nursing Practice), along with national certification in their specialty area and state licensure.
Where Are the Jobs in Mississippi?
Nurse Practitioners are employed across Mississippi in hospitals, primary care clinics, community health centers, specialty practices, urgent care centers, and other healthcare facilities, particularly in rural and underserved areas.
