MA III/LPN

L.E. Cox Medical Centers; United States; On-site; USD 44,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Vision

Dental

Retirement with Employer Match

more (20+ hrs/week)

Job summary

CoxHealth is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to perform administrative tasks such as answering phones, scheduling appointments, and data entry, along with clinical duties including vital signs, patient prep, and medication administration in an outpatient setting. Required education is graduation from an state board accredited practical nursing program.

Prior outpatient or ambulatory clinic experience is preferred, with strong communication and computer skills expected.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• Administrative duties: answering phones, scheduling appointments, data entry in medical records.
• Clinical duties: measuring and recording vital signs, collecting demographics and medical information including medication review, preparing patients for examination, cleaning rooms and stocking supplies.
• Administration of medications as ordered by the physician.
• Performing competencies as directed by the department.

Skills

Verbal & written communication

Independent & team work

Task delegation

Computer skills

Education

State-approved Practical Nursing program

Job description

Facility: CoxHealth South: 3801 S National Ave, Springfield, Missouri, United States of America, 65807 Department: 1304 Neurosurgery SGF Scheduled Weekly Hours: 0 Hours: 8:00 am to 4:30 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).

Benefits

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

For a comprehensive list of benefits, please click here: Benefits | CoxHealth

Job 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

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Are you ready to make a meaningful impact in your community? 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.

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