Mississippi Nursing License
Nursing requirements change rapidly. Make sure to confirm licensing requirements with the Mississippi State Board of Nursing before applying for licensure. Last updated: 1/20/2015
| Nursing Licenses in Mississippi | Master's Required? |
|---|---|
| Certified Nurse-Midwife (CNM) | Yes |
| Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) | Yes |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) | Yes |
| Nurse Practitioner (NP) | Yes |
| Registered Nurse (RN) | No |
| Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) | No |
Mississippi Nursing Salary Average
*The Salary of an advanced practice nurse in Mississippi can vary widely based upon specialization. Learn more about Mississippi nursing salary.
For nursing financial aid options take a look at our nursing scholarships and grants page.
There are many paths to become a nurse in Mississippi. The path you take will mostly depend upon the type of nurse you’d like to become and your current or prospective level of education. The higher your level of education, the more opportunities you’ll have to choose where and how you pursue your career in nursing.
In addition to nursing salaries in Mississippi, you’ll find information on acquiring and maintaining several types of Mississippi nursing licensure. We’re constantly making updates, but with the speed of change in the healthcare sphere it’s difficult to stay current. If you have any comments or suggestions for our information on nursing in Mississippi, please let us know!
Compact State Status
Mississippi is a Nursing Licensure Compact State.
Prescriptive Authority in Mississippi
Advanced Practice Registered Nurses may apply for prescriptive authority for Schedule II-V controlled substances in collaboration with a physician. Application requires a $100 Fee. Evidence of 720 hours of monitored practice is required for new applicants.
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Advanced Practice Nursing- Nurse Practitioner, Nurse Anesthetist, Nurse Midwife, Clinical Nurse Specialist in Mississippi
Master’s Degree in Nursing Specialty Area
Examination
Varies for Different Certifications
Fees
$100 Application Fee, $75 Criminal Background Check Fee, Certification Examination Fee (Varies for Different Certifications)
Experience
Applicants Must Provide Information Related to Any Relevant Employment or supervised Clinical Practice
Certification Required
National Certification as a Nurse Anesthetist, Nurse Practitioner, Nurse Midwife, or Clinical Nurse Specialist from a Board-Approved Certification Organization
Renewal
Renewal Is Required Every 2 Years. Requirements for Renewal Are 40 Continuing Education Contact Hours, and Payment of a $100 Renewal Fee.
Additional Information
An Active Registered Nurse License from a Compact State Is Required
Registered Nurse (RN) in Mississippi
Completion of an Approved Registered Nurse Program
Examination
NCLEX-RN
Fees
$100 Application Fee, $75 Criminal Background Check Fee, $200 Examination Fee
Experience
None
Renewal
Renewal Is Required Every Even Year. Requirements for Renewal Are Payment of a $100 Renewal Fee.
Additional Information
None
Endorsement
Individuals with Equivalent Licensure in Another State Who Can Provide Proof of Employment as a Registered Nurse within the Past 5 Years May Apply for Licensure through Endorsement, Subject to a $100 Application Fee. Registered Nurses Who Hold an Active License in Another Compact State Need Not Apply for Licensure in Mississippi, Unless They Plan to Change Their Permanent Residency to Mississippi.
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in Mississippi
Completion of an Approved Licensed Practical Nurse Program
Examination
NCLEX-PN
Fees
$60 Application Fee, $75 Criminal Background Check Fee, $200 Examination Fee
Experience
None
Renewal
Renewal Is Required Every Odd Year. Requirements for Renewal Are the Successful Completion of 10 Continuing Education Contact Hours for an expanded license, and Payment of a $60 Renewal Fee.
Additional Information
None
Endorsement
Individuals with Equivalent Licensure in Another State Who Can Provide Proof of Employment as a Registered Nurse within the Past 5 Years May Apply for Licensure through Endorsement, Subject to a $60 Application Fee. Licensed Practical Nurses Who Hold an Active License in Another Compact State Need Not Apply for Licensure in Mississippi, Unless They Plan to Change Their Permanent Residency to Mississippi.
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Nursing@Georgetown is an academically rigorous, evidence-based program that culminates in a Master of Science degree in Nursing, delivered online by Georgetown University’s nationally ranked School of Nursing & Health Studies.
Nursing@Simmons is an online Family Nurse Practitioner program designed for currently licensed RNs who are at various stages of their career.
The USC Suzanne Dworak-Peck School of Social Work Department of Nursing offers an online Master of Science in Nursing program for aspiring family nurse practitioners through Nursing@USC.
MPH@Simmons, the online Master of Public Health from Simmons College, is designed to give you the real-world skills you need to address health inequity on a local, national, and global level.
An innovative online Master of Public Health program offered by the top-ranked Milken Institute School of Public Health at the George Washington University.
Offered by the Milken Institute School of Public Health at the George Washington University, this online Executive Master of Health Administration program is designed for healthcare professionals who aspire to become leaders in their field.
This online Master of Science in Management of Health Informatics and Analytics program from the Milken Institute School of Public Health at the George Washington University enables graduates to improve the efficiency of health care organizations through the use of data and technology.
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