Mississippi nursing board and license resources
Official links for nurses licensed in Mississippi, whether you're facing a complaint, on probation, or just renewing.
Good to know: MNVP is run by the Board of Nursing for nurses affected by substance use or mental health issues.
Board of nursing
Licenses nurses in Mississippi, investigates complaints, and issues board orders.
Mississippi Board of NursingLicense portal login
Log in to renew your license, update your address, or check your license online.
Mississippi Board of Nursing Gateway LoginBoard of pharmacy
Oversees prescribing and controlled substances. Relevant if your case involves medications or you hold prescriptive authority.
Mississippi Board of PharmacyState nurses association
A professional organization for nurses, not the board. Members get resources, advocacy and support.
Mississippi Nurses AssociationPeer assistance program
A confidential program that supports nurses with substance use or mental health concerns, sometimes as an alternative to discipline.
Mississippi Nurse Voluntary Program (MNVP)
Links checked October 2026. Boards change their websites from time to time. If a link doesn't work, let us know and we'll fix it.
This page is general information, not legal advice. For your situation, talk with a nursing license defense attorney licensed in your state.
Facing a complaint or probation in Mississippi?
Start with these free guides, then come talk with nurses who've been there.
Got a Letter From the Nursing Board? What to Do FirstReceived a complaint or investigation letter from your state board of nursing? Here's what to do in the first days, what to avoid, and how to protect your license.8 min read 
What Nursing Probation Actually Looks Like (and How to Get Through It)A clear look at common nursing probation terms: drug screens, supervised practice, employer reports, narcotics restrictions and more, plus tips for completing probation successfully.9 min read 
Can You Get a Nursing Job While on Probation? Yes. Here's How.Finding a nursing job with a probationary or restricted license is hard but possible. Learn which settings hire nurses on probation, how to disclose, and where to look.6 min read 
Do You Need a Nursing License Defense Attorney?When should a nurse hire a license defense attorney for a board complaint or investigation? What they do, what it costs, and how to choose the right one.6 min read