Registered Nurse - NTICU - Full Time - Day Shift

CoxHealth; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus up to 10000 USD

Front-loaded PTO up to 80 hours

Relocation bonus up to 3000 USD

Certification pay

BSN pay

Career Ladder Bonus eligible

Job summary

CoxHealth in Springfield, MO is seeking a compassionate Critical Care Nurse for the Neuro Trauma ICU South. You will deliver direct, individualized care to critically ill patients in a high- acuity environment and work with the team to monitor advanced equipment and patient status.

Requirements include active Missouri RN licensure, BLS within 90 days, and ACLS within one year. We offer competitive benefits and growth opportunities within a respected healthcare system.

Qualifications

• RN licensure active in Missouri.
• BLS certification within 90 days of hire.
• ACLS certification within one year of hire.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care to acutely and critically ill patients in ICU.
• Monitor equipment and interpret intracranial/central pressures and rhythms.
• Assist physicians with procedures and care plans.
• Collaborate with nursing staff to ensure high-quality patient care.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Leadership

Time management

Critical thinking

Multitasking

Education

Nursing degree (RN)

Job description

Facility:CoxHealth South: 3801 S National Ave, Springfield, Missouri, United States of America, 65807Department:1053 Neuro Trauma 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 | CoxHealthOverview of Unit/DepartmentAre you a compassionate worker looking to provide quality patient care alongside a Nursing Support Staff in a team-centered approach? Are you searching for hands-on experience with high acuity patients? Consider joining Neuro Trauma ICU, where our goals are to create a culture of acceptance and support for both our patients and our team members.Additional Information about the positionUp to $10,000 Sign-On BonusUp to 80 hours of front-loaded Paid Time OffUp to $3,000 Relocation bonus$1.00 Certification pay$1.00 BSN payCareer Ladder Bonus eligible up to $5,000Job Description:The 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.Education: 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