Registered Nurse - Branson SDU - Full Time - Night Shift

Cox-Medical-Center-Branson; Branson (MO); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Relocation bonus

Certification pay

Career ladder bonus

Job summary

Cox Medical Center Branson in Missouri is seeking a Critical Care/Step-Down RN for night shift to care for high-acuity patients in a collaborative unit. You will monitor patients, operate advanced equipment, and assist physicians while contributing to a family-oriented culture and ongoing professional growth.

The role requires MO RN licensure, BLS, ACLS within one year, and prior step-down experience is preferred. A sign-on bonus and relocation support are available to eligible candidates.

Qualifications

• RN license active in Missouri required.
• BSN preferred but not mandatory.
• BLS must be obtained within 90 days; ACLS within one year.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct and individualized care to acutely and critically ill patients.
• Monitor and adjust extensive medical equipment and vital signs.
• Collaborate with physicians and care teams for required procedures.
• Maintain patient comfort, safety, and family communication.

Skills

Excellent communication

Leadership abilities

Time management

Critical thinking

Education

Registered Nurse (RN) license

BSN preferred

Job description

Facility:Cox Medical Center Branson: 525 Branson Landing Blvd., Branson, Missouri, United States of America, 65616Department:1397 Step Down Unit BransonScheduled Weekly Hours:36Hours:6:30 PM - 7:00 AMWork Shift:Night 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:Branson Stepdown/Progressive Care Unit offers an exciting opportunity to care for a diverse population of higher-acuity patients in a collaborative, team-focused environment. Similar to a cardiac/neuro telemetry unit, our nurses provide specialized care while maintaining a nurse-to-patient ratio of 1:4–5, allowing for meaningful patient interactions and exceptional care. Our tiered acuity model gives nurses the opportunity to build advanced clinical skills by caring for patients requiring therapies such as BiPAP, Optiflow, cardiac infusions, and insulin drips. We are proud of our close-knit, family-oriented culture where teamwork, respect, and compassion are the foundation of everything we do. Following CoxHealth's mission, vision, values, and commitment to evidence-based practice, we are dedicated to delivering outstanding patient outcomes while fostering professional growth, lifelong learning, and career advancement for every member of our team.Additional Information About the Position for Qualified Candidates$10,000 Sign-On Bonus80 hours of front-loaded Paid Time OffUp to $3,000 Relocation bonus$1.00 Certification pay$1.00 BSN payCareer Ladder Bonus eligible up to $5,000Job Profile SummaryThe critical care nurse provides direct and individualized care to acutely and critically ill patients, in a highly technical and ongoing monitoring environment. They assess the patient’s condition, perform diagnostic tests, begin treatments and assist doctors with any required medical procedures. The critical care nurse monitors and adjusts specialized equipment, interprets and records electronic displays; i.e. intracranial pressures, central venous pressures, pulmonary artery pressures, cardiac rhythms, ventilator settings, etc.Job DescriptionEducation: 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 Missouri Required: BLS must be obtained within 90 days ACLS must be obtained within one year of hire