Description
The Mississippi State Department of Health (MSDH) seeks a qualified Registered Nurse (RN) consultant to provide specialized clinical and operational support for the state’s Maternal System of Care. The consultant will join Maternal Center Inspection Teams, evaluate facility compliance with maternal designation standards, advise on trauma‑system integration for maternal populations, and help develop and implement the statewide Maternal Care Plan. The contract runs from January 6 2027 through June 30 2029 and will be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder.
• Core duties: on‑site inspections, compliance reviews, policy guidance, and care‑plan development
• Required qualifications: active RN license (compact state with Mississippi eligibility), BSN (master’s preferred), ≥5 years of business experience, recent high‑acuity maternal care experience
• Deliverables: inspection reports, compliance recommendations, training support, and ongoing consultation
• Contract length: 30 months (≈ 2½ years)
• Submission: electronic bids via MSDH OpenGov portal by 10:00 am CST, 1 Dec 2026