Registered Nurse - North ED - Full Time - Night Shift

CoxHealth•Springfield, MO

3d•Onsite

About The Position

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. 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). We care for a diverse patient population and work collaboratively across disciplines to deliver timely, safe, and compassionate care. Our team values accountability, communication, and supporting one another—especially during the busiest moments. We are committed to continuous improvement, patient safety, and professional growth. If you’re looking for a department that takes pride in quality outcomes and teamwork, this is the place for you.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited nursing program or NLN approved program
RN license active in the state of Missouri
Must obtain ENPC within 24 months of hire
TNCC must be obtained within 18 months of hire

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing
Previous nursing experience
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.

Responsibilities

Provides professional nursing care during the initial phase of acute illness or trauma for patients of all ages.
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.
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.