Registered Nurse - 4W Med Surg Cardiac - Full Time - Night Shift

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

Retirement with employer match

Job summary

CoxHealth in Springfield, MO is hiring a Registered Nurse for the 4W Med-Surg Cardiac unit. This fast-paced night-shift role (36 hours weekly) supports telemetry monitoring, cardiac interventions, and heart failure management.

You will gain hands-on experience with medication drips and specialized treatments while working in a team-focused environment. The ideal candidate will have a Missouri RN license, BSN preferred, and strong critical thinking and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program or NLN-approved program.
• Missouri RN license active in the state of Missouri.
• BLS certification obtained within 90 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Assess patient condition and administer medications.
• Monitor vital signs and respond to changes in patient status.
• Change dressings and maintain accurate records for patient families.

Skills

Telemetry monitoring

Critical thinking

Communication

Time management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Nursing

Tools

Electronic Health Records

Job description

Facility:CoxHealth South: 3801 S National Ave, Springfield, Missouri, United States of America, 65807Department:1030 Cardiac 400 W SouthScheduled Weekly Hours:36Hours:6:30 PM - 7:00 AMWork Shift:Night 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:Overview of Unit/Department4W Med-Surg Cardiac is a fast-paced, dynamic unit that is ideal for nurses who enjoy critical thinking, prioritization, and continuous learning. Our team cares for a diverse, medically complex patient population requiring telemetry monitoring, cardiac interventions, respiratory support, and heart failure management. You will gain hands-on experience with a variety of medication drips, specialized treatments, and procedures that are not typically encountered on a traditional medical-surgical unit. This unique environment provides the opportunity to expand your clinical knowledge, strengthen your nursing skills, and further develop your analytical and decision-making abilities. Our unit is built on a culture of teamwork, support, and professional growth. We are committed to helping one another succeed while providing exceptional patient care. If you're looking for a challenging, rewarding environment where you can grow as a nurse, we invite you to join the 4W Med-Surg Cardiac team!Additional Information About the Position for Qualified Candidates• $1.00 Certification pay• $1.00 BSN pay• Career Ladder Bonus eligible up to $5,000Job SummaryThe Registered Nurse is responsible for managing the care of the patients experiencing medical conditions or 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 Registered Nurse maintains a wide array of medical care knowledge in order to care for a diverse group of patients.Education Required: Graduate of an accredited nursing program or NLN approved program Preferred: Bachelor’s Degree in NursingExperience: Preferred: Previous nursing experienceSkills:• 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 MissouriRequired: BLS must be obtained within 90 days of hire