QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS FOR RN RFX 3150006121.docx

The document is a Questions and Answers file for RFx 3150006121 involving the Mississippi State Hospital, specifically addressing a contract nursing opportunity. The procurement is for personal service contracts with individual registered nurses (RNs) to work weekend shifts at the hospital, explicitly not seeking nursing agency submissions. The contract opportunity seeks five RNs to work weekends (Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays), with a minimum commitment of two weekends per month and 24-40 hours per weekend. Key application requirements include an unrestricted Mississippi Nursing License, American Heart Association BLS/ACLS certifications, willingness to work at least 6 state-mandated holidays, and submission of a comprehensive resume, three recommendation letters, educational credentials, and professional certifications.

The contract offers an hourly rate of $42 per hour, with potential annual contract values ranging from $82,000 to $109,760 per nurse, depending on hours worked. The opportunity is specifically located in Pike County and will be administered through the Mississippi State Hospital's Personnel Department, with applications due by noon on February 17th, 2025. Additional preference is given to candidates with TB or crisis prevention certification. While no specific set-aside designations are mentioned, the procurement appears open to qualified RNs meeting the specified credentials. The contract is structured for the calendar year 2025, with potential renewal based on performance, and interested candidates must submit materials directly to the hospital's Personnel Department at 3550 HWY 468 West, Whitfield, MS 39193.