What are the responsibilities and job description for the Registered Nurse - 4W Med Surg Cardiac - Full Time - Day Shift position at CoxHealth?
Facility
CoxHealth South: 3801 S National Ave, Springfield, Missouri, United States of America, 65807
Department
1030 Cardiac 400 W South
Scheduled Weekly Hours
36
Hours
6:30 AM - 7:00 PM
Work Shift
Day Shift (United States of America)
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
Overview of Unit/Department
4W Med-Surg Cardiac is a fast-paced, dynamic unit that is ideal for nurses who enjoy critical thinking, prioritization, and continuous learning. Our team cares for a diverse, medically complex patient population requiring telemetry monitoring, cardiac interventions, respiratory support, and heart failure management. You will gain hands-on experience with a variety of medication drips, specialized treatments, and procedures that are not typically encountered on a traditional medical-surgical unit. This unique environment provides the opportunity to expand your clinical knowledge, strengthen your nursing skills, and further develop your analytical and decision-making abilities. Our unit is built on a culture of teamwork, support, and professional growth. We are committed to helping one another succeed while providing exceptional patient care. If you're looking for a challenging, rewarding environment where you can grow as a nurse, we invite you to join the 4W Med-Surg Cardiac team!
Additional Information About The Position For Qualified Candidates
The Registered Nurse is responsible for managing the care of the patients experiencing medical conditions or 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 Registered Nurse maintains a wide array of medical care knowledge in order to care for a diverse group of patients.
Education
▪ Required: Graduate of an accredited nursing program or NLN approved program
▪ Preferred: Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing
Experience
▪ Preferred: Previous nursing experience
Skills
▪ Required: RN license active in the state of Missouri
Required: BLS must be obtained within 90 days of hire
CoxHealth South: 3801 S National Ave, Springfield, Missouri, United States of America, 65807
Department
1030 Cardiac 400 W South
Scheduled Weekly Hours
36
Hours
6:30 AM - 7:00 PM
Work Shift
Day Shift (United States of America)
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, Greatest Workplaces in Healthcare (2025, 2026), Greatest Workplaces for Women (2023, 2024), and Greatest Workplaces for Diversity (2024) by Newsweek and Plant-A Insights Group.
- Acknowledged by Forbes as one of the Best Employers for New Grads.
- Healthcare Innovation's Top Companies to Work for in Healthcare (2025).
- Medical, Vision, Dental, Retirement with Employer Match and more (20 hrs/week)
- For a comprehensive list of benefits, please click here: Benefits | CoxHealth
Overview of Unit/Department
4W Med-Surg Cardiac is a fast-paced, dynamic unit that is ideal for nurses who enjoy critical thinking, prioritization, and continuous learning. Our team cares for a diverse, medically complex patient population requiring telemetry monitoring, cardiac interventions, respiratory support, and heart failure management. You will gain hands-on experience with a variety of medication drips, specialized treatments, and procedures that are not typically encountered on a traditional medical-surgical unit. This unique environment provides the opportunity to expand your clinical knowledge, strengthen your nursing skills, and further develop your analytical and decision-making abilities. Our unit is built on a culture of teamwork, support, and professional growth. We are committed to helping one another succeed while providing exceptional patient care. If you're looking for a challenging, rewarding environment where you can grow as a nurse, we invite you to join the 4W Med-Surg Cardiac team!
Additional Information About The Position For Qualified Candidates
- $1.00 Certification pay
- $1.00 BSN pay
- Career Ladder Bonus eligible up to $5,000
The Registered Nurse is responsible for managing the care of the patients experiencing medical conditions or 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 Registered Nurse maintains a wide array of medical care knowledge in order to care for a diverse group of patients.
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.
▪ Required: RN license active in the state of Missouri
Required: BLS must be obtained within 90 days of hire