Registered Nurse Step Down Unit Branson - Full Time Day Shift

Cox-Medical-Center-Branson; Branson (MO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Relocation assistance

Certification pay

BSN pay

Career Ladder Bonus

Job summary

Cox Medical Center Branson is seeking a registered nurse for the Step Down/Progressive Care Unit in Branson, MO. The role involves caring for higher-acuity patients in a team-focused, collaborative environment with a 1:4–5 nurse-to-patient ratio.

Applicants must be a graduate of an accredited nursing program with MO RN licensure; BSN is preferred. The unit offers a commitment to evidence-based practice and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program or NLN-approved program.
• Missouri RN license is required.
• BSN preferred for career advancement.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct, individualized care to acutely/critically ill patients.
• Monitor patient condition, perform diagnostics, assist physicians with procedures.
• Operate and interpret monitoring equipment, respond to changes in status.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Time management

Critical thinking

Multitasking

Education

Nursing degree (RN)

BSN preferred

Job description

Facility:Cox Medical Center Branson: 525 Branson Landing Blvd., Branson, Missouri, United States of America, 65616Department:1397 Step Down Unit BransonScheduled Weekly Hours:36Hours:0630-1900Work 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:Branson Stepdown/Progressive Care Unit offers an exciting opportunity to care for a diverse population of higher-acuity patients in a collaborative, team-focused environment. Similar to a cardiac/neuro telemetry unit, our nurses provide specialized care while maintaining a nurse-to-patient ratio of 1:4–5, allowing for meaningful patient interactions and exceptional care. Our tiered acuity model gives nurses the opportunity to build advanced clinical skills by caring for patients requiring therapies such as BiPAP, Optiflow, cardiac infusions, and insulin drips. We are proud of our close-knit, family-oriented culture where teamwork, respect, and compassion are the foundation of everything we do. Following CoxHealth's mission, vision, values, and commitment to evidence-based practice, we are dedicated to delivering outstanding patient outcomes while fostering professional growth, lifelong learning, and career advancement for every member of our team.Additional Information About the Position for Qualified Candidates$10,000 Sign-On Bonus80 hours of front-loaded Paid Time OffUp to $3,000 Relocation bonus$1.00 Certification pay$1.00 BSN payCareer Ladder Bonus eligible up to $5,000The 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: 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 Missouri Required: BLS must be obtained within 90 days ACLS must be obtained within one year of hire