Registered Nurse - Pulmonary 300 E - Full Time - Day Shift

L.E. Cox Medical Centers; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 62,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Vision benefits

Dental benefits

Retirement with employer match

Job summary

CoxHealth, based in Springfield, MO, is seeking a Registered Nurse for the 300 East Med-Surg Pulmonary unit. This day shift, full-time role focuses on telemetry, vascular surgery and respiratory support, fostering teamwork and ongoing skill development.

You will assess patients, administer medications, monitor vitals, document care, and educate patients and families. Missouri RN license and BLS are required; a BSN is preferred.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program or NLN approved program.
• Bachelor’s degree in Nursing preferred.
• Current Missouri RN license and BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Assess patient condition and provide nursing care.
• Administer medications and monitor vital signs.
• Change dressings and maintain accurate patient records.
• Educate patients and families about care plans and safety.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Leadership

Time management

Critical thinking

Multitasking

Education

Accredited nursing program graduate

BSN preferred

Job description

Facility:CoxHealth South: 3801 S National Ave, Springfield, Missouri, United States of America, 65807Department:1785 Pulmonary 300 E 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 | CoxHealthJob Description:300 East Med-Surg Pulmonary is a great place for nurses who thrive in a challenging, fast-paced environment while delivering specialized care. We have an emphasis on telemetry, vascular surgery, and respiratory support, making for rewarding work that continuously sharpens clinical skills. 300 East fosters strong teamwork and opportunities for professional growth, like certification and leadership roles, are great incentives for nurses looking to advance their careers while making a meaningful impact on patients' lives. Come join the supportive and dynamic group on our unit.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 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 MissouriRequired: BLS must be obtained within 90 days of hire