Registered Nurse - 7E Medical-Surgical - Weekend Option - Part Time - Day Shift

CoxHealth; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-On Bonus

Relocation bonus

Certification pay

BSN pay

Job summary

CoxHealth is seeking a Registered Nurse for the 7 East Medical-Surgical unit in Springfield, MO. The nurse will manage care for patients with medical and surgical conditions, ensuring safety, accuracy, and compassionate support throughout shifts.

Responsibilities include patient assessment, medication administration, vitals monitoring, and family education, with a strong emphasis on teamwork and clinical excellence in an inpatient setting.

Qualifications

• RN license active in Missouri.
• BSN preferred? (not required)
• BLS certification required or obtained within 90 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Assess patient condition and develop care plans.
• Administer medications and monitor responses.
• Monitor vital signs and document findings.
• Educate patients and families to support recovery and safety.

Skills

Communication skills

Leadership abilities

Time management

Critical thinking

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing

Job description

Facility:CoxHealth South: 3801 S National Ave, Springfield, Missouri, United States of America, 65807Department:1032 Med Surg 700 E SouthScheduled Weekly Hours:24Hours:6:30 AM - 7:00 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:Overview of Unit/DepartmentJoin the 7 East Medical-Surgical team and specialize in the intricate landscapes of mental illness within the context of inpatient hospital nursing. The brain is an organ and, just like the heart or the lungs, may become diseased with neurochemical and traumatic imbalances that lead to both medical and mental health crises. Caring for this patient population allows nursing staff to become agents of empowerment and healing amidst chaos. Mental health nursing in the acute medical setting is a conglomeration of clinical expertise, critical thinking, and compassion that cohesively promotes a profound difference in every patient’s recovery experience. This specialization is not just a career choice but a calling—a calling to serve, heal, and inspire hope in the face of adversity while using empathy as a tool for the patient population who needs it the most.Additional Information About the Position for Qualified Candidates• Up to $7,500 Sign-On Bonus• Up to 40 hours of front-loaded Paid Time Off• Up to $3,000 Relocation bonus• $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