Registered Nurse - JNC Imaging

CoxHealth; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 58,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare system is seeking a JNC Imaging nurse to provide direct patient care during diagnostic and therapeutic procedures. The role involves effective collaboration with physicians and maintaining high standards of patient safety and comfort. Applicants should possess a nursing background, strong communication skills, and the ability to work independently.

Benefits

Sign-on bonus up to $5,000

Paid time off of up to 40 hours

Relocation bonus up to $1,500

Comprehensive benefits including Medical, Vision, Dental

Qualifications

• Requires RN license active in Missouri.
• BLS certification needed within 90 days of hire.
• ACLS certification needed within 1 year of hire.
• 6 months of prior experience as a Registered Nurse preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assess, plan, and execute patient care for radiology procedures.
• Administer medications and provide post-procedure education.
• Skilled in peripheral intravenous catheter insertion.

Skills

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Excellent time management

Strong interpersonal skills

Problem-solving

Leadership ability

Ability to work independently

Computer proficiency

Knowledge of medical practice

Education

Graduate of an accredited school of professional nursing

Bachelor's of Science 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 by Newsweek.
• Named one of America’s Greatest Workplaces by Newsweek.
• Recognized as a Greatest Workplace for Women in both 2023 and 2024.
• Listed as one of the Greatest Workplaces for Diversity in 2024.
• Acknowledged by Forbes as one of the Best Employers for New Grads.
• Ranked among the Best Employers by State for Missouri.

Benefits

• Medical, Vision, Dental, Retirement Plan with employer match, and many more!
• For a comprehensive list of benefits, please click here: Benefits | CoxHealth

Additional Information About the Position for Qualified Applicants

• Up to $5,000 sign-on bonus
• Up to 40hours of frontloaded paid time off
• Up to $1,500 relocation bonus

Job Summary

The JNC Imaging nurse is involved with the assessment, planning, and care of patients who undergo diagnostic and therapeutic procedures. The nurse works closely with the assigned physician and technologists to provide direct care to patients, before, during, and after radiology/procedural pain procedures. The nurse is skilled with peripheral intravenous catheter insertion and responsible for administering medications and providing post procedure education. Wearing lead protective gear and a radiation dosimeter is required in some procedural areas.

Job Requirements

• Education
  Required: Graduate of an accredited school of professional nursing
  Preferred: Bachelor's of Science in Nursing
• Experience

  Required: 6 months of prior experience as a Registered Nurse, or prior experience as a Medical Assistant or Licensed Practical Nurse in an outpatient or ambulatory clinic setting.

• Skills
  Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  Excellent time management
  Strong interpersonal, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
  Leadership ability
  Able to work independently and collaboratively in teams
  Self-starter and flexible with work schedule
  Proficient in using computers and computer systems
  Able to work closely and take direction from supervising physicians
  Broad knowledge of medical practice
• Licensure/Certification/Registration
  Required: RN license active with the State of Missouri
  Required: BLS obtained within first 90 days of hire
  Required: ACLS obtained within 1 year of hire