Registered Nurse - 8E Observation - Full Time - Day Shift

CoxHealth; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Vision, Dental

Retirement with Employer Match

Career Ladder Bonus

Job summary

CoxHealth is seeking a Registered Nurse for the 8E Observation Unit in Springfield, MO. This role covers a 36-hour work week with a Day Shift (6:30 AM–7:00 PM). You will coordinate patient care, monitor vitals, administer medications, and educate patients and families in a fast-paced environment.

Required: MO RN license; BSN preferred. Benefits include medical/vision/dental and retirement with employer match. Career ladder bonus eligible up to $5,000.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• The Registered Nurse manages care for patients with medical conditions or surgical procedures.
• Assess patient condition and administer medications.
• Change dressings and monitor vital signs.
• Maintain records and provide education to patients and families.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Leadership abilities

Time management

Critical thinking

Multi-tasking

Education

RN degree (active MO license)

BSN preferred

Job description

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

Department: 1068 Observation Unit 800 E South

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 36

Hours: 6:30 AM - 7:00 PM

Work Shift: Day Shift (United States of America)

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”

The 8E Observation Unit coordinates a seamless patient care process, typically accommodating stays of approximately 24 hours. Serving as a bridge between the emergency department, inpatient wards, and outpatient facilities, it guarantees smooth transitions and efficient resource allocation. Renowned for its dynamic environment and high staff retention, the unit nurtures a vibrant culture. It assumes responsibility for delivering personalized, goal‑directed nursing care to patients needing further monitoring, diagnostic evaluations, therapy, and assessment to ascertain the necessity for inpatient treatment or readiness for discharge based on medical stability.

Additional Information About The Position For Qualified Candidates

• $1.00 Certification pay
• $1.00 BSN pay
• Career Ladder Bonus eligible up to $5,000.00

Job Summary

The Registered Nurse is responsible for managing the care of 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