Registered Nurse - 7W Medical Oncology - PRN - Day Shift

L.E. Cox Medical Centers; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Certification pay

BSN pay

Job summary

The Registered Nurse at CoxHealth’s 700 West Medical Oncology unit in Springfield, MO, is responsible for managing the care of patients with medical conditions or cancer therapies. You will assess patient condition, administer medications, monitor vitals, change dressings, and educate patients and families.

Requirements include graduation from an accredited nursing program, MO RN license, and BLS within 90 days. Preferred BSN and prior oncology experience.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program or NLN approved program.
• RN license active in Missouri.
• BLS certification obtained within 90 days of hire.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Preferred: Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing and prior nursing experience.

Responsibilities

• Manage care of patients with medical conditions or surgical procedures.
• Assess patient condition and monitor vital signs.
• Administer medications and change dressings as needed.
• Educate patients and families to support understanding and recovery.
• Maintain accurate records and collaborate with care teams.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Leadership

Time management

Critical thinking

Multi-tasking

Education

Accredited nursing program

Bachelor's degree in Nursing (preferred)

Tools

Nursing skills

Job description

Facility: CoxHealth South: 3801 S National Ave, Springfield, Missouri, United States of America, 65807 Department: 1031 Medical Oncology 700 W South Scheduled Weekly Hours: 0 Hours: Varied 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

Overview of Unit/Department

700 West Medical Oncology is an inviting and welcoming unit for both patients and staff. We are a 17-room, mostly private bed, unit. Our nursing staff is highly skilled in caring for oncology, end-of-life, and medical-surgical patients. Registered Nurses administer chemotherapy, assist in symptom management of cancer and other illnesses, provide end-of-life care, and perform many other nursing skills to care for patients. RNs work closely with other medical disciplines to provide excellent patient care and outcomes. Our unit is equipped with the latest technology, including the new virtual nursing program. We have an excellent and active educator and nurses receive continuing education to ensure they are current with best practice guidelines.

Additional Information About the Position for Qualified Candidates

• $1.00 Certification pay


• $1.00 BSN pay

Job Summary

The 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 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 of hire

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.

OUR MISSION

To improve the health of the communities we serve.

OUR VISION

To be the best for those who need us.

OUR VALUES

Safety, compassion, respect, and integrity.

CoxHealth is the area leader in health care and community involvement, with six hospitals, more than 80 clinics, five ERs and more than 14,000 employees throughout southwest Missouri. We offer a wide range of treatments and services to help with whatever health needs you might have. Whether you're about to become a parent, have an illness or need medical information, we’re here for you. And if your goal is to live a healthy, balanced life with the best tools available, we can help with that, too. We know that your health and the health of your loved ones are some of the most personal, important parts of your life. That's why we keep our Mission, Vision and Values at the center of everything we do, every day. Thank you for choosing CoxHealth.