Facility: CoxHealth South: 3801 S National Ave, Springfield, Missouri, United States of America, 65807 Department: 1068 Observation Unit 800 E 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). Benefits Medical, Vision, Dental, Retirement with Employer Match and more (20+ hrs/week) For a comprehensive list of benefits, please click here: Benefits | CoxHealth Job Description: Overview of Unit/Department The 8E Observation Unit provides specialized care for patients requiring short-term monitoring, diagnostic evaluation, and treatment, with most stays lasting less than 48 hours. As a vital link between the emergency department, inpatient units, and outpatient services, the team facilitates efficient patient flow while ensuring safe, seamless transitions of care. Unlike a traditional medical-surgical unit, Observation nurses care for a rapidly changing patient population, requiring strong assessment skills, adaptability, and collaboration to support timely clinical decision-making and discharge planning. Known for its fast-paced environment and supportive team culture, 8E provides an engaging setting where nurses deliver personalized, goal-directed care while helping determine whether patients are ready for discharge or require inpatient admission Additional Information About the Position for Qualified Candidates $1.00 Certification pay $1.00 BSN pay Career Ladder Bonus eligible up to $5,000.00 Job Summary The Registered Nurse is responsible for coordinating and managing the care of patients experiencing a variety of acute medical conditions and surgical diagnoses. The nurse assesses patient condition, administers medications and treatments, monitors patient response, performs clinical interventions, maintains accurate documentation, and provides education and support to patients and their families. Registered Nurses use strong clinical judgment and critical thinking to recognize changes in patient condition, collaborate with the interdisciplinary team, and facilitate timely progression of care. This role requires a broad knowledge base and the ability to provide safe, individualized care for a diverse patient population in a fast-paced environment. 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 of hire Required: ACLS must be obtained within 1 year Looking for Physician Opportunities? Please follow this link. Are you ready to make a meaningful impact in your community? At CoxHealth, we don’t just provide medical services; we've created an atmosphere where innovation, collaboration, values, and excellence come together to transform lives. Whether you desire to work in a clinical or non-clinical capacity, CoxHealth has the perfect position for you! CoxHealth is the region’s employer of choice because we keep our mission, vision, and values in mind with every decision for our employees and our patients. OUR MISSION To improve the health of the communities we serve. OUR VISION To be the best for those who need us. OUR VALUES Safety, compassion, respect, and integrity. Join our Talent Network and our recruitment team will get in touch if there's a role that seems like a good match. CoxHealth is the area leader in health care and community involvement, with six hospitals, more than 80 clinics, five ERs and more than 14,000 employees throughout southwest Missouri. We offer a wide range of treatments and services to help with whatever health needs you might have. Whether you're about to become a parent, have an illness or need medical information, we’re here for you. And if your goal is to live a healthy, balanced life with the best tools available, we can help with that, too. We know that your health and the health of your loved ones are some of the most personal, important parts of your life. That's why we keep our Mission, Vision and Values at the center of everything we do, every day. Thank you for choosing CoxHealth.

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