Registered Nurse - Full Time - Day Shift - 200W

CoxHealth; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Vision, Dental

Retirement with Employer Match

Certification pay

BSN pay

Career Ladder Bonus up to $5000

Job summary

CoxHealth in Springfield, MO seeks a Registered Nurse to manage the care of patients undergoing medical conditions or surgical procedures. You will assess patients, administer medications, monitor vitals, and maintain records while providing education and support to patients and families.

The ideal candidate is a graduate of an accredited nursing program, with Missouri RN licensure and BLS within 90 days. Preferred is a BSN; the role offers a day shift, 36 hours per week, and a values-driven

Qualifications

• Must be a graduate of an accredited nursing program.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assess patient condition and monitor vital signs.
• Administer medications and change dressings.
• Maintain accurate records and educate patients and families.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Time management

Critical thinking

Multitasking

Education

Graduate of an accredited nursing program

Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing

Job description

Facility:

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

Department:

1037 Surgical 200 W South

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

36

Hours:

6:30 AM - 7:00 PM

Work Shift:

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’sTop Companies to Work for in Healthcare (2025).

Benefits

• Medical, Vision, Dental, Retirement with Employer Match and more (20+ hrs/week)
• $1 Certification pay
• $1 BSN pay
• Career Ladder Bonus eligible up to $5000

Job Description:

The Registered Nurse is responsible for managing the care of the 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