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TNAA TotalMed RN

Travel Step Down RN

Natchez, MS · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

Travel We're looking for Progressive Care Unit RNs for an immediate travel nurse opening in Natchez, MS. The right RN should have 1-2 years recent acute care experience. Read below for more ...

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TNAA TotalMed RN

Travel RN PCU - $1,690 per week

Natchez, MS · On-site

$1.6K/wk

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

Travel We're looking for Progressive Care Unit RNs for an immediate travel nurse opening in Natchez, MS. The right RN should have 1-2 years recent acute care experience. Read below for more ...

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How much do ms rn jobs pay per week?

As of Aug 13, 2026, the average weekly pay for ms rn in Natchez, MS is $1,915.46, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $1,578.85 and $2,225.00 per week, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Ms Rn vs Registered Nurse?

AspectMs RnRegistered Nurse
CredentialsMS (Master of Science) + RN licenseRN license, may have BSN or higher
Work EnvironmentClinical, research, or specialized healthcare settingsHospitals, clinics, community health
Employer & Industry UsageHealthcare facilities, research institutions, educational settingsHospitals, outpatient clinics, long-term care
Common Search & ComparisonYesYes

The main difference is that Ms Rn holds a Master of Science degree along with an RN license, often focusing on specialized or advanced roles, while a Registered Nurse (RN) typically has a diploma or bachelor's degree and provides direct patient care. Both roles are vital in healthcare, but Ms Rn roles often involve more advanced responsibilities, research, or education.

What is an MS RN?

An MS RN is a Registered Nurse (RN) who specializes in Medical-Surgical (MS) nursing. Medical-Surgical nurses provide care to adult patients who are acutely ill or recovering from surgery in hospitals or healthcare settings. They are skilled in managing a wide range of health conditions, administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and collaborating with healthcare teams to ensure quality patient care. MS RNs often work in fast-paced environments and must possess strong organizational and critical thinking skills.

What are some common challenges faced by Medical-Surgical Registered Nurses in their daily work, and how can they effectively manage these challenges?

Medical-Surgical Registered Nurses often encounter challenges such as managing high patient loads, balancing multiple priorities, and responding to rapidly changing patient conditions. Effective time management, strong communication skills, and teamwork are essential for MS RNs to provide safe, high-quality care. Many MS RNs also rely on support from colleagues and utilize hospital resources, such as continuing education and mentorship programs, to stay current and reduce stress. Developing strong organizational habits and seeking feedback can further help nurses excel in this fast-paced environment.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Medical-Surgical Registered Nurse?

To thrive as a Medical-Surgical Registered Nurse (MS RN), you need a solid grounding in clinical assessment, patient care planning, and a current RN license, often complemented by a BSN and the CMSRN certification. Familiarity with electronic health records (EHRs), medication administration systems, and monitoring equipment is required. Strong organizational skills, effective communication, and the ability to stay calm under pressure are crucial soft skills for this role. These competencies ensure safe, efficient patient care and seamless coordination within busy hospital settings.

What cities near Natchez, MS are hiring for Ms Rn jobs?

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Infographic showing various Ms Rn job openings in Natchez, MS as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 3% As Needed, 58% Full Time, 16% Part Time, and 23% Contract. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $99,604 per year, or $47.9 per hour.

Travel Step Down RN

TNAA TotalMed RN

Natchez, MS • On-site

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Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement

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Job description

TNAA TotalMed RN is seeking a travel nurse RN Stepdown for a travel nursing job in Natchez, Mississippi.

Job Description & Requirements
  • Specialty: Stepdown
  • Discipline: RN
  • Duration: 13 weeks
  • 36 hours per week
  • Shift: 12 hours, days
  • Employment Type: Travel

We're looking for Progressive Care Unit RNs for an immediate travel nurse opening in Natchez, MS. The right RN should have 1-2 years recent acute care experience. Read below for more requirements.
As a PCU Travel Nurse, you will care for patients who require close monitoring and frequent assessment, but aren't unstable enough to need ICU care. Progressive Care Unit RNs will utilize computer equipment to monitor cardiac and other vital information, detecting any changes and thereby enabling intervention of life-threatening or emergency situations. Close observation is necessary as many PCU patients receive a significant amount of complex medications, sometimes through an intravenous line that may need to be adjusted or titrated. The PCU RN is sometimes also called a step-down nurse, and the PCU is also known as cardiac stepdown, medical stepdown, neuro stepdown, surgical stepdown and ER holding.
As a PCU Travel Nurse, you should be prepared to perform the following tasks:

  • Provide basic bedside care; stabilize critical cardiac patients.
  • Change dressings, insert catheters and start IVs.
  • Prepare, administer and record prescribed medication, reporting any adverse reactions to treatment.
  • Monitor and adjust specialized equipment used on patients, and interpret and record electronic displays.
  • Initiate corrective action whenever information from monitoring equipment shows adverse symptomatology.
PCU Travel Nurses should be able to stand and walk for long periods of time, as well as bend, lean and stoop without difficulty. RNs should be able to easily lift 20 pounds. Moving or lifting of patients may require lifting of up to 50 pounds at times. Because of the fast-paced environment, Progressive Care Unit RNs must possess good skills for coping with stress and be able to relate to people of all ages and backgrounds.
Requirements*: ACLS, BLS, PALS, 2 Years
* Additional certifications may be required before beginning an assignment.

TotalMed Travel Job ID #1477001. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Progressive Care Unit - PCU RN - Travel Nurse

About TNAA TotalMed RN

TotalMed is a Top Ten, travel nursing and healthcare staffing agency with the mission of igniting purpose in healthcare. The organization staffs nurses, therapists, pharmacists, and other clinicians of all specialties in all 50 states. They offer local and travel jobs and match caregivers with the right organization to assist both facilities and patients. As an organization, they focus on putting highly-skilled staff into facilities to ensure adequate staffing for a better patient experience.


TotalMed specializes in recruiting and placing healthcare professionals in travel, PRN, and permanent positions across the country in Nursing and Allied Health. Throughout 2020, the organization filled roles at even the most short-staffed facilities during the most challenging time in healthcare. By matching the right travel healthcare professional with the right organization, TotalMed continues to offer a lifeline to facilities and their patients.

Benefits
  • Weekly pay
  • Guaranteed Hours
  • Continuing Education
  • 401k retirement plan
  • Sick pay
  • Wellness and fitness programs
  • Referral bonus
  • Employee assistance programs
  • Medical benefits
  • Dental benefits
  • Vision benefits
  • Benefits start day 1

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