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Merit Health River Region is hosting a Beat the Heat Career Fair on Friday, August 27, from noon – 3:30 p.m. in Conference Rooms A-D. The event is specifically targeting RNs, LPNs, patient care techs and respiratory therapists. Attendees will have an opportunity to speak first-hand about job openings with Human Resources, Nursing Services and Respiratory Care leadership. Refreshments and door prizes will be offered and on-the-spot job offers may be made. The hospital is offering a sign on bonus with com... ... Read More

Merit Health is hosting a Nurse Career Social at the MS Braves’ First Responder Day on Wednesday, June 23, from 5:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. at Trustmark Park Stadium, located at 1 Braves Boulevard in Pearl. Registered nurses, licensed practical nurses and nurse graduates are invited. Game admission is FREE with work or student ID. Stop by the Merit Health tent by the ticket office for VIP access to this event on the Party Deck! Attendees will have an opportunity to learn first-hand about RN and LPN openings a... ... Read More

The thought of having surgery for a nagging injury or lingering pain can make some patients feel uneasy. But, as many experts have said over the last few months, it is extremely important not to neglect medical needs during the pandemic. Patients can feel confident seeking the medical care they need at Merit Health. Numerous steps have been put in place to keep patients safe during their visits, including: Screening all visitors for COVID-19 exposure and symptoms before they are allowed to enter. Visito... ... Read More

During the recent winter storm, Merit Health River Region was overwhelmed and humbled by the generosity and sacrifices made by local elected officials, businesses, city and county governmental staff and our community members. Copious preparations were made prior to the weather event and Merit Health River Region is fortunate to have the tremendous support of a state-wide hospital network and an affiliation with a national healthcare operator. However, a storm of such magnitude necessitated the need for ... ... Read More

A national program designed to help students with disabilities obtain competitive community-based employment has expanded to Vicksburg through a strategic collaboration of the Mississippi Department of Rehabilitation Services, Merit Health River Region and the Vicksburg Warren School District. Project SEARCH Merit Health River Region is offering up to 12 students from the Vicksburg Warren School District an eight-month internship position during the 2020-21 school year. This opportunity allows the stude... ... Read More

Leaders of Merit Health announced today the availability of a toll-free helpline designed to help Medicare beneficiaries select a health plan that fits their needs and budget. The free helpline connects callers with licensed agents who can assist in comparing traditional Medicare, Medicare Advantage, Supplement and Prescription plans, and then facilitate enrollment in the plan selected. Through this program it will be easier for Medicare beneficiaries to find a plan that is best for them during Medicare... ... Read More

Melissa Smith, CPCS, has assumed the role of manager of the Merit Health Market Centralized Verification Office. Smith, who grew up in Raleigh, MS, has served as the manager of Merit Health Central’s medical staff services department since 2016, and has over 24 years of experience in medical staff credentialing. Merit Health’s chief quality officer, Kim Harrell, MHA, BSN, CNOR, RN, stated “Merit Health is pleased to provide our medical providers one centralized department with which to work and apply fo... ... Read More

Kim Harrell, MHA, BSN, CNOR, R.N., has assumed the role of Merit Health market chief quality officer. Harrell most recently served as the Chief Quality Officer at Merit Health Central, a position she held nearly four years. Utilizing over 18 years of leadership experience, she will provide oversight to the quality departments in the six Merit Health hospitals in Jackson and Vicksburg. A Jackson, MS, native, Harrell completed her master’s in healthcare administration at Belhaven University. Merit Health’... ... Read More

Posted with permission from Well-Being magazine, as featured in their May/June issue Late last year, the American Heart Association and the American College of Cardiology released new cholesterol guidelines that include recommendations for more personalized risk assessments and new cholesterol-lowering drug options for people at the highest risk for cardiovascular disease. According to AHA President Ivor Benjamin, M.D., the updated guidelines reinforce the importance of healthy living, lifestyle modific... ... Read More

The Mississippi Braves and Merit Health have announced a partnership that will give citizens access to “Walk the Park” at Trustmark Park throughout the calendar year. Beginning Monday, April 22 with a ceremonial walk at 10 a.m. prior to the M-Braves 10:35 a.m. game vs. the Montgomery Biscuits, the Trustmark Park 360 degree concourse will be available to walk any time, year round, during team business hours. Participants will also be allowed to bring in food items and have use of the stadium picnic table... ... Read More