Registered Nurse - MICU - Full Time - Day Shift

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

Employer 401(k) match

Clinical ladder bonus

Certification pay

Job summary

CoxHealth South in Springfield, MO, is hiring a dedicated Critical Care Nurse for the MICU day shift. You will deliver direct, evidence-based care to critically ill patients, monitor complex equipment, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to optimize outcomes.

We value leadership, communication, and quick critical thinking. The role offers opportunities for credentialing classes in-hospital and a clinical ladder with a potential bonus, plus comprehensive nurse benefits.

Qualifications

• RN license active in Missouri
• BLS within 90 days
• ACLS within one year
• Experience in critical care settings preferred

Responsibilities

• Provide direct and individualized care to acutely ill patients
• Monitor intracranial pressures and vital signs with bedside equipment
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary team to develop and adjust care plans
• Assist physicians with procedures and patient care documentation

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Leadership

Time management

Critical thinking

Education

Accredited nursing program graduate

BSN preferred

Job description

Facility:CoxHealth South: 3801 S National Ave, Springfield, Missouri, United States of America, 65807Department:1052 Medical ICU SouthScheduled Weekly Hours:36Hours:6:30 AM - 7:00 PMWork 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'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 | CoxHealthAttention all amazing nurses! Are you ready to take your skills to the next level? Join our tight-knit team in the fast-paced and rewarding MICU. As an integral part of our healthcare family, you’ll provide exceptional care to critically ill patients, collaborate with the multidisciplinary team, and make a lasting impact. There are endless amounts of opportunities to grow and expand your knowledge with different credentialing classes that are provided in-hospital from our great group of critical care educators. You can also participate in the hospitals pay-it-forward program to have your certification exam paid for! In addition, there is a clinical ladder that you can submit to earn a bonus of up to $5,000 yearly! Don’t miss this opportunity to grow professionally and make a difference in the lives of those who need it most.Additional Information about the position$1.00 Certification pay$1.00 BSN payCareer Ladder Bonus eligible up to $5,000Job Description:Job Profile 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.Job DescriptionEducation: Required: Graduate of an accredited nursing program or NLN approved program Preferred: Bachelor’s Degree in NursingExperience: Preferred: Previous nursing experienceSkills: 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 ACLS must be obtained within one year of hire