PRN Nurse Practitioner Hospitalist Natchez, MS

**PRN Hospitalist Nurse Practitioner Merit Health Natchez – Natchez, Mississippi**

Merit Health Natchez is seeking a dedicated Nurse Practitioner (NP) ** to join our collaborative inpatient medicine team in a flexible **PRN capacity.

As part of Community Health Systems (CHS), Merit Health Natchez connects you to a premier national network of regional hospitals dedicated to delivering high-quality, patient-centered care close to home.

**Position Highlights**

• Status: PRN (As-Needed)
• Shift Schedule: 12-hour shifts (100% Daytime Coverage)
• Compensation: Competitive Hourly Rate
• Practice Environment: Collaborative, supportive inpatient hospital medicine setting

**Core Responsibilities**

• Provide high-quality inpatient care and clinical management for hospitalized patients.
• Perform comprehensive clinical evaluations, daily rounding, admissions, and discharge planning.
• Collaborate closely with attending hospitalist physicians, nursing staff, and medical specialists.
• Maintain timely and accurate electronic medical record (EMR) documentation.

**Qualifications**

• Licensure: Active Mississippi NP license (or immediate eligibility to obtain).
• Certification: Board Certification as an APP (AANP, ANCC, or NCCPA).
• Experience: Inpatient or acute care experience preferred.
• Skills: Strong clinical judgment, excellent communication, and the ability to thrive in a team-oriented hospital setting.

**To Apply or Learn More, Contact:**

Barry Edsell

Physician & APP Recruitment Specialist – Hospital Based Providers

Community Health Systems

• Direct Line / Text: 615-660-2043

About the Hospital

Merit Health Natchez is a 179-bed licensed acute care hospital in Natchez, Mississippi, serving southwest Mississippi and the surrounding region. The hospital provides emergency care, inpatient and outpatient services, surgical care, diagnostic imaging, heart and vascular services, women’s health, rehabilitation, and outpatient clinics. Accredited by The Joint Commission, Merit Health Natchez delivers quality, community-focused care close to home.

Community

Natchez, Mississippi is a historic riverfront community overlooking the Mississippi River, known for its preserved antebellum homes, vibrant festivals and rich Southern heritage. As one of the oldest cities on the river, Natchez blends history with small-town charm. Residents enjoy scenic views, local arts and music, outdoor recreation and a relaxed lifestyle, with convenient access to Louisiana and regional hubs.

About Community Health Systems

Community Health Systems, Inc. (CHS) is one of the nation’s leading healthcare providers. Developing and operating healthcare delivery systems in 36 distinct markets across 13 states, CHS is committed to helping people get well and live healthier. CHS operates 60+ acute-care hospitals and more than 1,000 other sites of care, including physician practices, urgent care centers, freestanding emergency departments, occupational medicine clinics, imaging centers, cancer centers and ambulatory surgery centers.

From Alaska to Florida, our affiliated hospitals are the cornerstones of their communities. These local hospitals and healthcare systems play a vital role by providing close to home care and peace of mind for millions of people each year.

Our affiliated hospitals have the flexibility to meet individual needs and the ability to offer competitive recruitment packages and start-up incentives. Hundreds of physicians choose CHS affiliated hospitals each year for quality of care and quality of life.