Licensed Nurse Practical
Salary
$47,840.00 Annually
Location
15 - COPIAH COUNTY, MS
Job Type
Full-Time
Job Number
9223-0381-20260914CH
Department
0381 - MH-BOSWELL REGIONAL CENTER
Opening Date
09/17/2026
Closing Date
10/1/2026 11:59 PM Central
Agency Minimum Salary
$47,840.00
Agency Maximum Salary
$47,840.00
About the Agency
BRC is an intermediate care facility for adults aged 21 and over. Our program is operated under the Mississippi Department of Mental Health. This position will be located in Lincoln and Copiah, MS. For more information regarding this position, please contact HR at 601-867-5000 ext. 75079 or 75098.
About the Position
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. - The functions within this job family will vary by level, but may include the following: • Administer medications and other prescribed treatments. • Take vital signs. • Assist with care plan activities. • Observe and record patient conditions. • Review medical records/charts. • Plan, develop, evaluate, and/or monitor nursing and/or public health programs, services, and contracts.
What youll need to be Successful
Ability to administer medications and other prescribed treatments. Ability to take vital signs. Ability to assist with care plan activities. Ability to observe and record patient conditions. Ability to review medical records/charts. Ability to plan, develop, evaluate, and/or monitor nursing and/or public health programs, services, and contracts.
Preferred Qualifications
Typically requires a Certificate from an Approved School of Nursing, Licensure as an LPN and 0-4 years of experience.
No available description
Health/Prescription Insurance
Eligible employees have the opportunity to participate in the state's health and prescription insurance program. Employees may select either single or family coverage with affordable co-payments. More detail can be found at Know Your Benefits.
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
All eligible employees receive an actual term life insurance policy upon employment. The policy coverage is two times the employee's annual salary to a maximum of $100,000. More detail can be found at Life Insurance Choices.
Optional Insurances
Many agencies offer discounted premiums for dental, vision, and cancer insurance.
Flexible Spending Accounts
Many state agencies provide opportunity for employees to participate in pre-tax spending accounts. These accounts allow employees to withhold childcare expenses and unreimbursed medical expenses prior to application of state and federal taxes.
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
In accordance with federal law, all employees serving in the armed forces or the military reserves are entitled to 15 days per year for military training.
Holidays
Employees receive up to 10 paid holidays to enjoy many of our nation's celebrations with family and friends.
Retirement Programs
The State of Mississippi provides all its employees a Defined Benefit/Defined Contribution Retirement Program. Employees become vested in the State's retirement system after 8 years of employment. Both you and your employing agency contribute toward your retirement. More detailed information regarding the State's retirement program can be found at http://www.pers.state.ms.us
Deferred Compensation
State agencies offer several opportunities for their employees to participate in a deferred compensation voluntary retirement savings plan. More information can be found at Deferred Compensation.
State Credit Union
All state employees are eligible to participate in the Mississippi Public Employees' Credit Union. This organization offers state employees special savings and borrowing plans. For more information about this program, call 601.948.8191.
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
Employees who have completed 6 or more months of service are eligible for promotional opportunities within state government employment. Minimum qualifications must be met.
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? (Refer to the job posting for an explanation of related experience.)
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Do you possess a Certificate from an Approved School of Nursing?
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Do you possess Licensure as an LPN?
Required Question
Employer State of Mississippi
Address 210 East Capitol Street
Suite 800
Jackson, Mississippi, 39201
Phone 601-359-1406
601-359-1406
| Location | Copiah County, MS |
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