Hybrid eAcute Registered Nurse - Cardiac 400 E South - Full Time - Day Shift

CoxHealth; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus up to $10,000

Relocation bonus up to $3,000

Certification pay $1.00

BSN pay $1.00

Job summary

CoxHealth South in Springfield, MO is seeking a Medical-Surgical nurse who will provide care for adult and geriatric patients with medical or surgical conditions. The role includes a hybrid of bedside and eAcute virtual nursing, supporting admission/discharge, care plan development, and patient education.

The position requires an active MO RN license and at least two years of nursing experience; a BSN is preferred. The department emphasizes safety, collaboration, and high-quality patient care.

Qualifications

• RN license active in Missouri required.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing preferred.
• Two years of nursing experience required; preceptor and charge nurse experience optional.

Responsibilities

• Manage care for adult/geriatric patients with medical or surgical conditions.
• Assess patient condition, monitor vitals, administer medications, and document care.
• Assist with admission/discharge, care planning, patient education, and care coordination.

Skills

Clinical practice

Customer service

Communication skills

Leadership abilities

Time management

Critical thinking

Education

RN license (MO)

BSN preferred

Job description

Facility: CoxHealth South: 3801 S National Ave, Springfield, Missouri, United States of America, 65807

Department: 1029 Cardiac 400 E South

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 24 Hours: 6:30 AM - 7:00 PM

Work Shift: Day Shift (United States of America)

CoxHealth is a leading healthcare system serving 25 counties across southwest Missouri and northern Arkansas. The organization includes six hospitals, 5 ERs, and over 80 clinics. CoxHealth has earned the following honors for workplace excellence: Named one of Modern Healthcare’s Best Places to work five times. Named one of America’s Greatest Workplaces, Greatest Workplaces in Healthcare (2025, 2026), Greatest Workplaces for Women (2023, 2024), and Greatest Workplaces for Diversity (2024) by Newsweek and Plant-A Insights Group. Acknowledged by Forbes as one of the Best Employers for New Grads. Healthcare Innovation's Top Companies to Work for in Healthcare (2025).

Job Summary

The Medical-Surgical nurse is responsible for managing the care of the adult or geriatric patient experiencing general medical conditions or general surgical procedures. The nurse must be able to assess patient condition, administer medications, change dressings, monitor vital signs, keep records and provide patients and families with support and education. The Medical-Surgical nurse maintains a wide array of medical care knowledge in order to care for a diverse group of patients. The hybrid virtual eAcute nurse will work at least one shift per pay period as an eAcute Virtual Med-Surg nurse and the remainder of shifts as a bedside nurse. The eAcute Virtual Med-Surg nurse is a pivotal member of the healthcare team to assist with managing the care of the adult or geriatric patient experiencing general medical conditions or general surgical procedures. The virtual nurse will assist with tasks such completing the admission and discharge process, care plan development and maintenance, patient education, medication and discharge teaching, care coordination, mentoring of new nurses, and implementation of evidence-based care. The virtual eAcute nurse assists the primary bedside nurse with nursing tasks not required to be done in person as well as real-time quality and patient safety surveillance. The eAcute Virtual Med-Surg nurse maintains a wide array of medical care knowledge in order to care for a diverse group of patients. Virtual training begins after successful 12-week orientation period as bedside nurse.

Additional Information About the Position for Qualified Candidates

• Up to $10,000.00 Sign-On Bonus
• Up to 80 hours of front-loaded Paid Time Off
• Up to $3,000.00 Relocation bonus
• $1.00 Certification pay
• $1.00 BSN pay
• Career Ladder Bonus eligible up to $5,000.00

Education

• Required: Graduate of an accredited nursing program or NLN approved program
• Preferred: Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing

Experience

• Required: At least two years’ nursing experience
• Preferred: Preceptor and Charge nurse experience

Skills

• Accountable and responsible for own safe clinical practice
• Basic computer skills and knowledge
• Excellent customer service skills
• Thrives in rapidly changing environment
• Self-motivated
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Demonstrate effective leadership abilities
• Exhibits valuable time management skills
• Strong critical thinking/problem solving skills.
• Flexibility and ability to work in a multi-tasking environment.

Licensure/Certification/Registration

• Required: RN license active in the state of Missouri

Benefits

• Medical, Vision, Dental, Retirement with Employer Match and more (20+ hrs/week)

At CoxHealth, we don’t just provide medical services; we've created an atmosphere where innovation, collaboration, values, and excellence come together to transform lives. Whether you desire to work in a clinical or non-clinical capacity, CoxHealth has the perfect position for you! CoxHealth is the region’s employer of choice because we keep our mission, vision, and values in mind with every decision for our employees and our patients.

We offer a wide range of treatments and services to help with whatever health needs you might have. Whether you're about to become a parent, have an illness or need medical information, we’re here for you. And if your goal is to live a healthy, balanced life with the best tools available, we can help with that, too. We know that your health and the health of your loved ones are some of the most personal, important parts of your life. That's why we keep our Mission, Vision and Values at the center of everything we do, every day.

OUR MISSION

To improve the health of the communities we serve.

OUR VISION

To be the best for those who need us.

OUR VALUES

Safety, compassion, respect, and integrity.

Thank you for choosing CoxHealth.