Registered Nurse - PACU - Full Time - Night Shift

L.E. Cox Medical Centers; United States; On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus $10,000

Front-loaded PTO 80 hours

Relocation bonus up to $3,000

Certification pay $1

BSN pay $1

Career Ladder Bonus up to $5,000

Job summary

CoxHealth South in Springfield, Missouri is seeking a Registered Nurse to manage care for patients undergoing medical conditions or surgical procedures. The RN will assess condition, administer medications, monitor vital signs, and document care, while supporting patients and families.

The position features a night shift Monday-Thursday, with no weekends or calls, and includes strong benefits, sign-on bonus, and relocation assistance to join CoxHealth’s mission and values in a leading health

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program or NLN approved program
• BLS must be obtained within 90 days of hire
• Preferred: Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing

Responsibilities

• Manage care of patients with medical conditions or surgical procedures
• Assess patient condition, administer medications, change dressings, monitor vitals
• Provide patients and families with education and support

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Leadership abilities

Time management

Critical thinking

Multitasking

Education

Nursing program or NLN approved program diploma

BLS within 90 days

Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing (preferred)

Job description

Facility: CoxHealth South: 3801 S National Ave, Springfield, Missouri, United States of America, 65807 Department: 1058 Post Anesthesia Care Unit South Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 Hours: 9:00 PM - 7:30 AM - Monday through Thursday 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). For a comprehensive list of benefits, please click here: Benefits | CoxHealth

Job Description: Position will work Monday-Thursday. No weekends or call. 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.

Additional Information About the Position for Qualified Candidates

• $10,000 Sign-On Bonus
• 80 hours of front-loaded Paid Time Off
• Up to $3000 Relocation bonus
• $1 Certification pay
• $1 BSN pay
• Career Ladder Bonus eligible up to $5000

Education

• Required: Graduate of an accredited nursing program or NLN approved program
• Required: BLS must be obtained within 90 days of hire
• 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

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.

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. And if your goal is live a healthy, balanced life with the best tools available, we can help with that, too. We know that your health and the health of your loved ones are some of the most personal, important parts of your life. That's why we keep our Mission, Vision and Values at the center of everything we do, every day. Thank you for choosing CoxHealth.