Staff Nurse - Emergency Department North

CoxHealth; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

CoxHealth, a leading healthcare provider, is seeking an Emergency Department nurse to deliver exceptional care for patients across all ages. This role emphasizes critical assessment, triage, and collaborative teamwork within a supportive environment, backed by outstanding benefits and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Sign-On Bonus of $25,000

120 hours of Paid Time Off

Up to $4,000 Relocation Bonus

$1.00 BSN Pay

$1.00 Certification Pay

Comprehensive health benefits

Qualifications

• Required RN licensure in Missouri.
• BLS within 90 days, ACLS and PALS within one year.
• Previous nursing experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional nursing care during acute illness or trauma.
• Triage patients and determine priority of care.
• Stabilize patients and manage treatment or discharge.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Time Management

Critical Thinking

Flexibility

Education

Graduate of accredited nursing program

Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing

Job description

Summary

About Us

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 by Newsweek in 2024.

• Recognized as a Greatest Workplace for Women in both 2023 and 2024.

• Listed as one of the Greatest Workplaces for Diversity in 2024.

• Acknowledged by Forbes as one of the Best Employers for New Grads in 2023.

• Ranked among the Best Employers by State for Missouri.

• Healthcare Innovation's Top Companies to Work for in Healthcare in 2025.

Benefits

• Medical, Vision, Dental, Retirement Plan with employer match, and many more!

• For a comprehensive list of benefits, please click here: Benefits | CoxHealth

Overview of Unit/Department

Enjoy outstanding benefits working in our recently updated Emergency Department, all while providing the best nursing care around. Our team provides all the training you need to excel.

Our ED is located on the North side of Springfield. We treat patients across the entire age span and a wide range of complaints. Our target for nurse-to-patient ratio is 3:1 as we work very closely, and collaboratively with our physician group. We have a dedicated ED education team, made up of ED nurses, to help hone your skills to a fine point. If you are looking for fantastic teamwork in a setting where you will be supported and can thrive, this is the place for you.

Additional Information About the Position for Qualified Candidates

• $25,000 Sign-On Bonus

• 120 hours of front-loaded Paid Time Off

• Up to $4,000 Relocation bonus

• $1.00 BSN Pay

• $1.00 Certification Pay

• Job Summary
  The Emergency Department nurse provides professional nursing care during the initial phase of acute illness or trauma for patients of all ages. The ED nurse triages and determines priority of care based on physical, psychological and social needs as well as factors influencing patient flow through the emergency care system. The ED nurse works quickly to assess the needs of each patient, prioritize care based on the critical nature, works to stabilize the patient, initiate treatment, discharge the patient after the emergency is over or make arrangements for a longer hospital stay.
• 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: Must obtain ACLS within one year of hire and must obtain PALS within one year of hire
    Must obtain ENPC within 24 months of hire
    • ENPC is required to be Primary RN for emergent pediatric care. RN will not be Primary RN if certification lapses.
    TNCC must be obtained within 18 months of hire
    • TNCC is required to be Primary RN in trauma care. RN will not be Primary RN if certification lapses.