Registered Nurse Float - CARE - Medical Surgical - Full Time Day Shift

About the role

The float Medical-Surgical nurse is responsible for managing the care of the adult or geriatric patient experiencing general medical conditions or general 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 Medical-Surgical nurse maintains a wide array of medical care knowledge in order to care for a diverse group of patients.

Responsibilities

• Manage the care of adult or geriatric patients experiencing general medical conditions or general surgical procedures.
• Absess patient condition, administer medications, change dressings, monitor vital signs, keep records and provide patients and families with support and education.
• Maintain a wide array of medical care knowledge to care for a diverse group of patients.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program or NLN approved program.
• Preferred: Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing.
• 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

• RN license active in the state of Missouri.
• BLS must be obtained within 90 days.
• Must obtain ACLS within one year of hire.

Benefits

Medical, Vision, Dental, Retirement with Employer Match and more (20+ hrs/week)

Pay

$1 Certification pay
$1 BSN pay
Career Ladder Bonus eligible up to $5000
$6 Float Differential

Schedule

12 hour shifts 0630-1900 or 1830-0700
Only 2 to 3 shifts each week
Additional shifts available but not required, giving you flexibility

Workplace Culture

Magnet Facility
Compensation for professional certifications
Self governance: committee and process improvement input opportunities
RN: PT ratios 6:1 max
Charge RN free to assist
Mobility Assistants
STAR Clinical Ladder
Virtual Nurse assistance and opportunities for cross-training
Excellent Clinical Experience Level 1 Stroke, Trauma, and STEMI center
Broad range of patient populations and skill sets
Strong charge and leadership support
Great team environment across healthcare disciplines

Why Join CoxHealth Float Pool

Strong leadership support
Strong physician respect
Direct process improvement input
Three-day work week
Financial incentives
Affordable living
Outdoor lifestyle
Opportunity to grow clinically

Job Location

CoxHealth Facility CoxHealth South: 3801 S National Ave, Springfield, Missouri, United States of America, 65807

Department

Department 1026 Nursing

Work Shift

Day Shift

Scheduled Weekly Hours

36 Hours