Registered Nurse - Observation Unit 800 E South - Full Time - Night Shift

Skaggs Community Hospital Association; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

$1 Certification pay

$1 BSN pay

Career Ladder Bonus up to $5,000

Job summary

CoxHealth is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse for the 8E Observation Unit in Springfield, MO. This night shift position coordinates patient care, from assessment to discharge readiness, within a dynamic environment with strong staff retention.

The RN will monitor patients, administer medications, document care, and provide patient/family education while collaborating with ED, inpatient, and outpatient teams. A MO RN license and BLS are required; BSN is preferred.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program or NLN approved program.
• Current MO RN license in good standing.
• BSL/ALS certification required or obtained within 90 days of hire.
• BSN degree preferred but not required for all roles.

Responsibilities

• Assess patient condition, monitor vitals, and administer care.
• Administer medications, change dressings, and document care.
• Educate patients and families; coordinate with care teams.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Time management

Critical thinking

Multitasking

Education

Nursing program completion

BSN preferred

Job description

Facility

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

Department

1068 Observation Unit 800 E South

Scheduled Weekly Hours

36

Hours

6:30 PM - 7:00 AM

Work Shift

Night Shift (United States of America)

About CoxHealth

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)

For a comprehensive list of benefits, please click here: Benefits | CoxHealth

Job Description

Overview of Unit/DepartmentThe 8E Observation Unit coordinates a seamless patient care process, typically accommodating stays of approximately 24 hours. Serving as a bridge between the emergency department, inpatient wards, and outpatient facilities. It guarantees smooth transitions and efficient resource allocation. Renowned for its dynamic environment and high staff retention, the unit nurtures a vibrant culture. It assumes responsibility for delivering personalized, goal-directed nursing care to patients needing further monitoring, diagnostic evaluations, therapy, and assessment to ascertain the necessity for inpatient treatment or readiness for discharge based on medical stability.

Additional Information About the Position for Qualified Candidates

• $1.00 Certification pay
• $1.00 BSN pay
• Career Ladder Bonus eligible up to $5,000.00

Job Summary

The Registered Nurse is responsible for managing the care of the patients experiencing medical conditions or surgical procedures. The nurse must be able to assess patient condition, administer medications, change dressings, monitor vital signs, keep records and provide patients and families with support and education. The Registered Nurse maintains a wide array of medical care knowledge in order to care for a diverse group of patients.

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 of hire