Registered Nurse - Pulmonary - Day Shift - Weekend Option

Location & Schedule

Facility:
Cox Health South — 3801 S National Ave, Springfield, Missouri 65807. Department:
Pulmonary. Scheduled weekly hours: 24.

Work hours:

6:30AM – 7:00PM. Shift: Day Shift.

300W Med‑Surg Pulmonary is a fast‑paced, dynamic unit that specializes in Respiratory, Telemetry, and Vascular Surgery patients. As a Registered Nurse on this unit, you will be trained to deliver high‑quality care to a complex patient population that requires telemetry monitoring, cardiac drips, and advanced respiratory support with supplemental oxygenation. The unit is ideal for nurses who aim to enhance their critical thinking skills, master nursing techniques, and deliver patient‑centered care within a collaborative, supportive team.

• Assess patient condition and provide direct nursing care to patients experiencing medical conditions or surgical procedures.
• Administer medications, change dressings, and monitor vital signs.
• Document patient care activities in the medical record.
• Provide patients and families with support and education.

• 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
  • Effective leadership abilities
  • Time‑management skills
  • Strong critical thinking/problem‑solving skills
  • Flexibility and ability to work in a multitasking environment
• Licensure: Required:
  Registered Nurse license active in the state of Missouri.

Medical, Vision, Dental, and Retirement with Employer Match (20+ hrs/week). Additional benefits are available. (For a comprehensive list, consult the Cox Health benefits portal.)