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Nursing

Registered Nurse - Cox South Emergency Department

  • Springfield, MO
  • Posted: February 8, 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

  • 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
    • Candidates may be available for a sign on bonus
    • Up to 80 hours of ETO available for qualified applicants
    • Relocation bonus available for qualified applicants
    • RN to BSN tuition assistance up to $12,500
    • $1.00 BSN pay
    • $1.00 Cert pay
    • Up to $5,000 STAR Clinical ladder bonus per year
    • 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
  • 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.
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Job Information

South
Emergency Department
Full Time - Night Shift - 6:30PM - 7:00AM
Nursing
Req #: 202403301-78090