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Rutha Edwards

Licensed Practical Nurse

Nurse Jackson, MS Merit Health
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Overview
Level
Staff
Function
Healthcare
Tenure
28 years at Merit Health
Gender
Female
Position in HealthTal Database
  • 649,767 healthcare professionals in HealthTal hold the Nurse specialty. Rutha Edwards is one of them.
  • 3,498 Nurses are based in MS (out of 8,898 total healthcare contacts in that state).
  • 62 contacts at Merit Health are tracked in HealthTal.
  • Typical Nurse compensation in MS: $94,000 – $140,000 (median $109,000). Source: BLS OEWS adjusted for state cost of labor.
  • Top employers of Nurses in MS: University Of Mississippi Medical Center (214), Baptist Memorial Health Care (104), North Mississippi Medical Center (67).
  • 6% of Nurses in MS hold a senior title (Director, Manager, Chief, VP, etc.).
  • 66% of Nurses in MS have verified education credentials on file.
  • Data refreshed June 2026.

Public records & verifications
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  • Professional LinkedIn profile on file (subscribers only).
  • Data aggregated from public licensure databases, LinkedIn, and verified employer records. Cross-check via the registry link above.
Education
Holmes Community College
Licensed Practical Nurse
Jackson State University
General Studies
About Merit Health
Industry
Hospitals & Physicians Clinics
Employees
500 to 999
Revenue
$100M to <$1B
Professional Overview

Rutha Edwards is a Licensed Practical Nurse, currently affiliated with Merit Health, based in Jackson, MS. As a nurse, Edwards contributes to patient care, clinical workflows, and healthcare operations in Jackson, MS. They have been with Merit Health for 28 years. Edwards holds academic credentials, including Licensed Practical Nurse and General Studies, from Holmes Community College and Jackson State University. Merit Health operates in the Hospitals & Physicians Clinics sector with a workforce of 500 to 999 employees. Healthcare organizations seeking to recruit nurse professionals can use HealthTal to access verified direct email addresses and personal phone numbers sourced from NPI records and professional licensing databases. Direct outreach to nurse specialists consistently yields higher response rates than passive job board postings, particularly for roles requiring specific clinical credentials or state licensure. The Jackson, MS healthcare market offers access to a concentrated pool of clinical professionals, making direct outreach particularly effective for organizations building local care teams or expanding service capacity in the region.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Rutha Edwards located?
Rutha Edwards is based in Jackson, MS. They are currently affiliated with Merit Health.
What is Rutha Edwards's specialty?
Rutha Edwards specializes in Nurse. Their current role is Licensed Practical Nurse.
Where does Rutha Edwards currently work?
Rutha Edwards currently works at Merit Health. They have been there for 28 years.
What is Rutha Edwards's educational background?
Rutha Edwards attended Holmes Community College and Jackson State University.
How do I contact Rutha Edwards for recruiting?
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How do I recruit a Nurse?
Recruiting nurses typically involves reaching out via direct email or phone. HealthTal's database provides verified contact data for nurses across all 50 states, allowing you to contact candidates directly without going through job boards.
What is the average salary for a Nurse in MS?
Nurses in MS typically earn $94,000 to $140,000 annually, with a median of $109,000. Figures derive from BLS OEWS data, adjusted for state cost of labor. Senior-titled roles (Director, Manager, Chief) and high-acuity practice settings push the upper end.

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