Registered Nurse - WEO - 8 JNC

CoxHealth; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Springfield seeks a Medical-Surgical nurse responsible for patient care management. The role requires the ability to assess conditions, administer medications, and support families. Ideal candidates should be graduates of accredited nursing programs with strong communication and critical thinking skills.

Benefits

Up to $25,000 Sign-On Bonus

Robust customizable benefits package

No cost eCare visits

Employer-provided mental health services

Tuition discounts and reimbursements

Qualifications

• Required: RN license active in the state of Missouri.
• BLS must be obtained within 90 days.
• ACLS within a year of hire.

Responsibilities

• Manage care of adult or geriatric patients with medical/surgical conditions.
• Assess patient condition, administer medications, and monitor vital signs.
• Provide support and education to patients and families.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Time Management

Critical Thinking

Flexibility

Education

Graduate of an accredited nursing program

Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing

Job description

Summary

Best in Class Work Environment

• 5x Modern Healthcare Best Places to Work
• America’s Greatest Workplaces 2023 – Newsweek
• Best Employers for New Grads 2023 – Forbes
• Greatest Workplace for Women 2023 - Newsweek

Benefits

• Up to $25,000 Sign-On Bonus available, plus up to 80 hours of front-loaded Time Off.
• Robust, fully customizable benefits package including Medical/Vision/Dental and more!
• No cost eCare visits
• Employer-provided mental health services for employees and eligible family members
• Retirement with employer match up to 5%
• Tuition discounts and reimbursement available for continuing your education
• CoxHealth Fitness Center and Child Care discounts
• Onsite delivery for CoxHealth Pharmacies and 1906 Employee Store

Job Summary

• The 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.

Job Requirements

• 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 a year of hire