LPN - Trauma Acute Care Surgery clinic

L.E. Cox Medical Centers; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 44,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision & Dental

Retirement with employer match

Job summary

CoxHealth in Springfield, MO is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to perform administrative duties and clinical tasks in an outpatient setting. Responsibilities include phone handling, scheduling, and data entry in medical records, as well as vital signs, demographics, and medication reviews.

The role requires graduation from an approved practical nursing program and MO state licensure, with emphasis on independent work and teamwork in a fast-paced clinic environment.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a state board accredited practical nursing program.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficient computer skills and data entry ability.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.

Responsibilities

• Answer phones, schedule appointments, and perform data entry in medical records.
• Measure and record vital signs and collect demographics and medication information.
• Prepare patients for examination and assist with rooms, equipment, and supplies.
• Administer medications as ordered by the physician per supervision.

Skills

Verbal & written comms

Data entry

Computer skills

Team collaboration

Education

Practical nursing diploma

Job description

Facility:CoxHealth South: 3801 S National Ave, Springfield, Missouri, United States of America, 65807Department:1065 Trauma Providers SouthScheduled Weekly Hours:40Hours:8 am to 5 pmWork 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).BenefitsMedical, Vision, Dental, Retirement with Employer Match and more (20+ hrs/week)For a comprehensive list of benefits, please click here: Benefits | CoxHealthJob Description:The LPN performs administrative duties that include, answering phones, scheduling appointments, and data entry in medical records. Clinical duties will include measuring and recording vital signs, collecting demographics and medical information including review of medication list, preparing patients for examination, cleaning rooms and equipment and stocking supplies. This position will involve the administration of medications as ordered by the physician. Performs specific competencies as directed by the department.Education: Required: Graduate of an state board accredited practical nursing program Experience: Preferred: Previous nursing experience, particularly in outpatient or ambulatory clinic setting Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Able to work independently and collaboratively in a team. Carry out delegated tasks as directed by supervisors or with provider oversite. Proficient Computer skills Licensure/Certification/Registration: Required: Current License Practical Nurse or Graduate Practical Nurse active in the state of Missouri Preferred: IV certification in State of Missouri