Registered Nurse - 9E Medical-Surgical - (Weekend Option)

CoxHealth; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

CoxHealth seeks a Medical-Surgical nurse to manage the care of adult or geriatric patients experiencing medical or surgical conditions. Responsibilities include assessing patient needs, administering medications, and providing education. The unit offers ongoing education and opportunities for advancement, emphasizing a supportive team environment.

Benefits

Medical, Vision, Dental

Retirement Plan with employer match

Weekend Option positions are Full-Time Benefit eligible

$4,000 Relocation bonus

$7.00 Weekend Option Differential

$1.00 BSN pay

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program; preferred Bachelor's in Nursing.
• Previous nursing experience preferred.
• Active RN license in Missouri and BLS certification within 90 days required.

Responsibilities

• Manage care for adult or geriatric patients with medical or surgical conditions.
• Assess conditions, administer medications, monitor vital signs, and provide support.
• Maintain knowledge of medical care and collaborate with other disciplines.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Time Management

Critical Thinking

Flexibility

Education

Graduate of an accredited nursing program

Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing

Job description

Summary

About Us

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 in Health Care byNewsweek.
• Named one of America’s Greatest Workplaces byNewsweekin 2024.
• Recognized as the Greatest Workplace for Women in both 2023 and 2024.
• Listed as one of the Greatest Workplaces for Diversity in 2024.
• Acknowledged byForbesas one of the Best Employers for New Grads in 2023.
• Ranked among the Best Employers by State for Missouri.
• Healthcare Innovation'sTop Companies to Work for in Healthcare in 2025.

Benefits

• Medical, Vision, Dental, Retirement Plan with employer match, and many more!
• For a comprehensive list of benefits, please click here:Benefits | CoxHealth
• Weekend Option positions are Full-Time Benefit eligible

Overview of Unit/Department

900 med/surg is a 55 bed adult med/surg unit. We care for a variety of patients with our specialty focused on GI and GU post-surgical patients. We offer special training for suprapubic catheter insertion, post-bariatric surgery training and much more. Do you want to be a part of a team that puts patient care first and see a large variety of diagnosis; this is the place for you. We work very closely with other disciplines to provide excellent care and outcomes. Our unit is equipped with the latest technology, including the new virtual nursing program. We offer continuing education to all our staff and plenty of room for advancement! Apply today to be a part of this wonderful team!

Additional Information About the Position for Qualified Candidates

• $12,500.00 Sign-On Bonus
• 60 hours of front-loaded Paid Time Off
• Up to $4,000.00 Relocation bonus
• $7.00 Weekend Option Differential
• $1.00 Certification pay
• $1.00 BSN pay
• Career Ladder Bonus eligible up to $5,000.00

Job Summary

The Medical-Surgical nurse is responsible for managing the care of the adult or geriatric patient experiencing general medical conditions or general 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 Medical-Surgical nurse maintains a wide array of medical care knowledge in order to care for a diverse group of patients.

Job Requirements

• 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