Registered Nurse - Meyer Orthopedic Rehab Hospital

CoxHealth; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a dedicated Rehabilitation Nurse to join their team. This role involves caring for patients with various disabilities and illnesses, collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to design personalized care plans that promote recovery. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication and leadership skills, along with the ability to manage time effectively in a dynamic environment. With a commitment to excellence, this organization offers a supportive atmosphere and numerous benefits, including sign-on bonuses and generous paid time off, making it an exceptional place to advance your nursing career.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Vision Insurance

Dental Insurance

Retirement Plan with employer match

$10,000 Sign-On Bonus

80 hours of front-loaded Paid Time Off

Up to $3,000 Relocation bonus

$1.00 Certification pay

$1.00 BSN pay

Career Ladder Bonus eligible up to $5,000

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program required, BSN preferred.
• Previous nursing experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Care for patients with disabilities or illnesses requiring rehabilitation.
• Assess, diagnose, and design care plans for patient recovery.

Skills

Verbal Communication

Written Communication

Leadership

Time Management

Critical Thinking

Problem Solving

Flexibility

Education

Graduate of an accredited nursing program

Bachelor’s Degree 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 by Newsweek in 2024.
• 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 in 2023.
• Ranked among the Best Employers by State for Missouri.
• Healthcare Innovation's Top Companies to Work for in Healthcare in 2025.

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 Candidates

• $10,000 Sign-On Bonus
• 80 hours of front-loaded Paid Time Off
• Up to $3,000 Relocation bonus
• $1.00 Certification pay
• $1.00 BSN pay
• Career Ladder Bonus eligible up to $5,000

Job Summary

The Rehabilitation nurse cares for patients experiencing temporary, progressive, or permanent disabilities or illnesses that require rehabilitation. Rehab nurses assess, diagnose, and help to design a plan of care that best suits the patient’s needs and expedite recovery. Working with physicians, pharmacists, and occupational and physical therapists, rehabilitation nurses support patients throughout the recovery process by educating them and helping set recovery goals, encouraging self-care, and providing effective coping skills.

Job Requirements

• Education
  • Required: Graduate of an accredited nursing program or NLN approved program
  • Preferred: Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing
• Experience
  • Previous nursing experience preferred
• 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
  • RN license active in the state of Missouri
  • BLS must be obtained within 90 days