Registered Nurse Branson Step Down - WEO - Full Time Night Shift

Cox-Medical-Center-Branson; Branson (MO); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-On Bonus

Relocation Bonus

PTO Front-loaded

BSN pay

Certification pay

Career ladder

Job summary

Cox Medical Center Branson in Branson, Missouri is seeking a dedicated critical care nurse for the Step Down/Progressive Care Unit on the night shift. You will provide high-acuity patient care, monitor complex devices, and collaborate closely with physicians to deliver top-quality outcomes.

The role emphasizes teamwork, rapid assessment, and ongoing professional growth within a family-oriented culture. Missouri RN licensure is required; BSN preferred, with strong leadership and critical thinking

Qualifications

• RN license active in Missouri is required/expected.
• BSN preferred but not mandatory for all applicants.
• Excellent communication and leadership abilities are essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct, individualized care to acutely and critically ill patients on night shift.
• Monitor and operate specialized equipment, document findings and alert physicians as needed.
• Collaborate with physicians and the healthcare team to implement treatments and care plans.

Skills

RN license

Verbal and written communication

Leadership abilities

Time management

Critical thinking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Nursing (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• Up to $10,000 Sign-On Bonus• Up to 80 hours of front-loaded Paid Time Off.• Up to $3,000 Relocation Bonus• $1.00 BSN pay• $1.00 certification pay• Career Ladder up to $5,000Job 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. 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