Registered Nurse - Orthopedic Care Unit - Ful Time - Day Shift

CoxHealth; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Certification pay

BSN pay

Career Ladder Bonus up to $5,000

Benefits (Medical, Vision, Dental)

Retirement with Employer Match

Job summary

CoxHealth’s Meyer Orthopedic Surgical Center in Springfield, MO is seeking a Medical-Surgical nurse to care for adults and seniors undergoing medical and general surgical procedures. You will assess patients, administer medications, monitor vitals, and educate families while maintaining thorough documentation.

The role requires Missouri RN licensure, BLS within 90 days, and ACLS within one year. We offer competitive benefits and career ladder opportunities within a respected health system.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program or NLN approved program.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing preferred.
• RN license active in Missouri.
• BLS certification within 90 days of hire.
• ACLS certification within 1 year of hire.

Responsibilities

• Assess patient condition, administer medications, change dressings, monitor vitals, document care.
• Provide patient/family education and support.

Skills

Excellent verbal and written comms

Leadership abilities

Time management

Critical thinking

Multitasking

Flexibility

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing

Job description

Facility:Meyer Orthopedic Surgical Center: 3535 S National Ave, Springfield, Missouri, United States of America, 65807Department:1323 Orthopedic Care Unit MeyerScheduled 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 | CoxHealthJob Description:Additional Information About the Position for Qualified Candidates• $1.00 Certification pay• $1.00 BSN pay• Career Ladder Bonus eligible up to $5,000.00Job SummaryThe Medical-Surgical nurse is responsible for managing the care of the adult or geriatric patient experiencing general medical conditions or general 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 Medical-Surgical nurse maintains a wide array of medical care knowledge in order to care for a diverse group of patients.Direct care staff are required to complete all Hip and Knee Replacement Program curriculum and annual education module(s) assigned. 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 Required: ACLS within 1 year of hire