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Nursing

Licensed Practical Nurse - Cox South Emergency Department

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  • Springfield, MO
  • Posted: April 26, 2024
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Summary

Enjoy outstanding benefits while working in a state-of-the-art facility and providing the best nursing care around. Our team provides all the training you need to excel. Click to learn more.

Our ED is a:

  • Level 1 Trauma Center
  • Comprehensive Stroke Center
  • Level 1 STEMI Center

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.

Our nurses provide professional nursing care during the initial phase of acute illness or trauma to quickly assess the needs of our patients, initiate treatment, and either discharge or admit them. The ED nurse triages and determines priority of care based on acuity, physical, psychological and social needs as well as factors influencing patient flow

  • 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 practical nursing program
    • Experience
      • Previous nursing experience preferred
    • Skills
      • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
      • Demonstrates effective knowledge of scope of practice
      • Exhibits valuable time management skills
      • Strong critical thinking/problem solving skills
      • Flexibility and ability to work in a multi-tasking environment
    • Licensure/Certification/Registration
      •  LPN license and IV Certification active in the state of Missouri
      • BLS must be obtained within 90 days
      • Must obtain PALS within one year of hire
      • Must obtain ACLS within one year of hire

Additional Information

Job Benefits & Perks!

  • Tuition reimbursement up to $1200 per year
  • Health/Dental/Vision
  • Retirement with employer match
  • 20% tuition discount on most classes at Cox College
  • On-site Daycare with extended hours, holidays and weekends
  • Employee Discount at CoxHealth Fitness Centers
  • Pharmacy delivery to your unit
  • On-site Employee Health services
  • Opportunity to earn referral bonuses of up to $5,000 per hire for certain positions
  • 1906 Employee Store
  • Cafeteria discount

If you would like more information about job benefits & perks, please feel free to email us @ hr-recruitment@coxhealth.com or visit https://www.coxhealth.com/employees/benefits/

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South
Emergency Department
Full Time - Evening Shift - 10:15AM - 11:00PM
Nursing
Req #: 202401103-76362

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