Registered Nurse - NTICU - Weekend Option - Night Shift - Part Time Hours

L.E. Cox Medical Centers; United States; On-site; USD 44,000 - 61,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

PTO up to 40 hours

Relocation bonus up to $3,000

Certification pay

BSN pay

Career ladder bonus

Job summary

CoxHealth in Springfield, Missouri, seeks a compassionate critical care nurse for the Neuro Trauma ICU South night shift. You will provide direct care to acutely ill patients, monitor advanced equipment, and support the treatment team in a highly technical environment.

Requirements include Missouri RN licensure, BLS within 90 days, ACLS within one year, and a BSN is preferred. Benefits include sign-on bonuses, relocation assistance, and career ladder opportunities.

Qualifications

• RN license active in Missouri.
• BLS must be obtained within 90 days.
• ACLS within one year of hire.
• Graduate of an accredited nursing program or NLN approved program.
• BSN degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct and individualized care to acutely and critically ill patients.
• Assess condition, perform diagnostics, begin treatments, assist physicians.
• Monitor and adjust ICU equipment and interpret monitors.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Time management

Critical thinking

Multitasking

Education

BSN (preferred)

RN degree (required)

Job description

Facility:

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

Department:

1053 Neuro Trauma ICU South

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

24

Hours:

6:30 PM - 7:00 AM

Work Shift:

Night 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).

Benefits

• Medical
• Vision
• Dental
• Retirement with Employer Match and more (20+ hrs/week)
• Additional information: For a comprehensive list of benefits, please click here: Benefits | CoxHealth

Overview of Unit/Department

Are 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 position

• Up to $5,000 Sign-On Bonus
• Up to 40 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
• Weekend Option position is eligible for Full Time benefits

Job 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
• Experience
• Skills
• Licensure/Certification/Registration

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
• Must obtain ACLS within one year of hire

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Are you ready to make a meaningful impact in your community?

At CoxHealth, we don’t just provide medical services; we've created an atmosphere where innovation, collaboration, values, and excellence come together to transform lives.

Whether you desire to work in a clinical or non-clinical capacity, CoxHealth has the perfect position for you!

CoxHealth is the region’s employer of choice because we keep our mission, vision, and values in mind with every decision for our employees and our patients.

OUR MISSION

To improve the health of the communities we serve.

OUR VISION

To be the best for those who need us.

OUR VALUES

Safety, compassion, respect, and integrity.

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CoxHealth is the area leader in health care and community involvement, with six hospitals, more than 80 clinics, five ERs and more than 14,000 employees throughout southwest Missouri.

We offer a wide range of treatments and services to help with whatever health needs you might have.

Whether you're about to become a parent, have an illness or need medical information, we’re here for you.

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That's why we keep our Mission, Vision and Values at the center of everything we do, every day.

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