Registered Nurse - Surgical 200 W South - Full Time - Day Shift

L.E. Cox Medical Centers; United States; On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement with employer match

Job summary

CoxHealth is seeking a Registered Nurse to manage patient care for medical and surgical patients in a hospital setting. Responsibilities include assessing patients, administering meds, changing dressings, monitoring vitals, and documenting care while supporting patients and families.

Qualifications include Missouri RN licensure and BLS within 90 days of hire; a BSN is preferred. Benefits include medical, vision, dental, and retirement with employer match.

Qualifications

• RN license active in Missouri.
• BLS certification required within 90 days of hire.
• BSN preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assess patient condition and monitor vital signs.
• Administer medications and change dressings.
• Document care and educate patients and families.
• Provide support and coordinate care for diverse patient groups.

Skills

Communication skills

Leadership

Time management

Critical thinking

Multitasking

Education

Nursing degree (RN)

BSN preferred

Job description

Facility: CoxHealth South: 3801 S National Ave, Springfield, Missouri, United States of America, 65807 Department: 1037 Surgical 200 W South

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 36 Hours: 6:30 AM - 7:00 PM Work 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).

Benefits: Medical, Vision, Dental, Retirement with Employer Match and more (20+ hrs/week)

Job Description

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

Pay Information

$1 Certification pay $1 BSN pay Career Ladder Bonus eligible up to $5000

About CoxHealth

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.

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.