Registered Nurse Float - CARE - Medical Surgical - Full Time Day Shift
CoxHealth
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Job summary
CoxHealth is seeking a skilled RN to float across Medical‑Surgical and Rehab floors in Springfield, MO. This full‑time role features a day shift and a 36‑hour work week, with opportunities to collaborate with respected specialists and maintain an excellent work‑life balance.
You will join a Magnet Facility with strong leadership support, ongoing professional development, and dedicated team coordination to ensure high‑quality patient care and an exceptional living environment in the Midwest.
Qualifications
- Graduate of an accredited nursing program or NLN approved program.
- Preferred: Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing.
Responsibilities
- Float Medical‑Surgical nurse manages care for adults/geriatrics with general medical or surgical needs.
- Assess patient condition, administer medications, change dressings, monitor vitals, document, and educate patients and families.
Skills
Education
Job description
CoxHealth South: 3801 S National Ave, Springfield, Missouri, United States of America, 65807
CoxHealth South: 3801 S National Ave, Springfield, Missouri, United States of America, 65807
1026 Nursing Float Pool SGF
36
6:30 AM - 7:00 PM
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).
- Medical, Vision, Dental, Retirement with Employer Match and more (20+ hrs/week)
- For a comprehensive list of benefits, please click here: Benefits | CoxHealth
Thank you for your interest in joining the CoxHealth CARE (Float Pool) Team.
We are seeking talented RNs who want to practice at a high level, across all medical surgical and rehab floors, work alongside respected specialists, and enjoy an exceptional quality of life in one of the Midwest’s most affordable and scenic cities.
This is more than a job opportunity—it is a chance to join a collaborative team where your expertise is valued and where you can build a rewarding long-term career.
- 12 hour shifts 0630-1900 or 1830-0700
- Only 2 to 3 shifts each week
- Additional shifts available but not required, giving you flexibility
- Compensation for professional certifications
- Self governance: committee and process improvement input opportunities
- RN: PT ratios 6:1 max
- Charge RN free to assist
- Mobility Assistants
- STAR Clinical Ladder
- Virtual Nurse assistance and opportunities for cross-training
- Level 1 Stroke, Trauma, and STEMI center
- Broad range of patient populations and skill sets
- Strong charge and leadership support
- Great team environment across healthcare disciplines
Experienced RNs are in demand everywhere—but few positions offer:
- Strong leadership support
- Strong physician respect
- Direct process improvement input
- Three-day work week
- Financial incentives
- Affordable living
- Outdoor lifestyle
- Opportunity to grow clinically
At CoxHealth, your skills directly impact our patients and their families daily. If you are looking for meaningful work, a supportive team, and a better lifestyle, we would love to speak with you.
- $1 Certification pay
- $1 BSN pay
- Career Ladder Bonus eligible up to $5000
- $6 Float Differential
Springfield offers the perfect blend of city amenities and outdoor adventure, including the Wonders of Wildlife Aquarium, Springfield Cardinals baseball, nearby Branson entertainment, scenic state parks, and a vibrant downtown.
The float 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.
- Required: Graduate of an accredited nursing program or NLN approved program
- Preferred: Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing
- Preferred: Previous nursing experience
- 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.
- Required: RN license active in the state of Missouri
- Required: BLS must be obtained within 90 days
- Must obtain ACLS within one year of hire.
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