NP or PA for Pulm/Sleep Medicine (Springfield and Branson)

CoxHealth; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

CoxHealth in Springfield, Missouri, within Wheeler Heart & Vascular, is seeking a Nurse Practitioner to collaborate with a physician in clinical decision-making, case management and evaluation of performance. The NP provides advanced nursing care, conducts physical examinations, orders diagnostic tests, develops treatment plans and prescribes medications or therapies.

Education: Master of Science in Nursing; MO NP license required. Experience: none required, 1–2 years preferred.

Qualifications

• Master of Science in Nursing required.
• MO Nurse Practitioner license or eligible to obtain.
• Preferred: 1–2 years of clinical NP experience.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with physicians on clinical decisions.
• Provide advanced nursing care and perform physical examinations.
• Order diagnostic tests and develop treatment plans.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Independent work

Teamwork

Computer skills

Education

Master of Science in Nursing

Missouri NP license

Job description

Facility:Wheeler Heart & Vascular: 3800 S National Ave, Springfield, Missouri, United States of America, 65807Department:1262 Pulmonology SGFScheduled Weekly Hours:40Hours:8:00 AM - 5:00 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 Nurse Practitioner works in collaboration with a physician for assistance in clinical decision-making, case management and evaluation of performance. The Nurse Practitioner provides advanced nursing care and treatment to patients and performs physical examinations; orders diagnostic tests, develops treatment plans and prescribes drugs or other therapies. The Nurse Practitioner may also plan, direct, or coordinate medicine and health services in hospitals, clinics, managed care organizations, public health agencies, or similar organizations.Education: Masters of Science in Nursing Experience: Required: No Prior Experience Required Preferred: 1-2 years Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills Able to work independently and collaboratively in teams Proficient computer skills Licensure/Certification/Registration: Required: MO Nurse Practitioner license Successful completion of all department specific credentialing within first 90 days of employment