Registered Nurse - 4W Med Surg Cardiac - Weekend Option - Part Time - Day Shift

CoxHealth; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 70,000 - 97,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Certification pay

BSN pay

Career Ladder Bonus up to $5,000

Medical, Vision, Dental, Retirement

Job summary

CoxHealth is seeking a Cardiology Nurse for the 4W Med-Surg Cardiac unit in Springfield, MO. You will care for adults with cardiovascular conditions, monitor telemetry, administer meds, and educate patients and families in a fast-paced environment.

The role emphasizes critical thinking, teamwork, and ongoing professional growth with opportunities for certification pay and career ladder bonuses. Requires Missouri RN license and BLS/ACLS timelines.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program or NLN approved program.
• Missouri RN license in good standing (active).
• BLS certification obtained within 90 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Manage care for adult/geriatric cardiovascular patients on a fast-paced unit.
• Assess patient condition, administer medications, and monitor response.
• Interpret telemetry and provide patient/family education and support.
• Collaborate with the healthcare team to ensure safe, high-quality care.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Time management

Critical thinking

Multi-tasking

Education

Nursing diploma or RN program

Bachelor of Science in Nursing

Job description

Facility:

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

Department:

1030 Cardiac 400 W 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).

Benefits

• Medical, Vision, Dental, Retirement with Employer Match and more (20+ hrs/week)
• For a comprehensive list of benefits, please click here: Benefits | CoxHealth

Job Description

Overview of Unit/Department

4W 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 $5,000

Job Summary

The Cardiology Nurse is responsible for managing the care of the adult or geriatric patient experiencing acute, chronic, and/or terminal cardiovascular diseases, comorbid medical conditions, and associated procedures. The nurse must be able to assess patient condition, administer medications and monitor patient response, monitor and interpret telemetry, and provide patients and families with support and education.

Education

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

Experience

• Preferred: Previous nursing experience

Skills

• 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
• Required: BLS must be obtained within 90 days
• Required: Must obtain ACLS within one year of hire