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Registered Nurse - Med Surg - Global Float - Full Time - Day Shift

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. L.E. Cox Medical Centers is hiring for its own floors, with no agency in between.

Posted Oct 7

Shift and hours
Day Shift · 12 hour shifts (0630-1900) · Only 2 to 3 shifts each week · Three-day work week Work Shift: Day Shift (United States of America) 12 hour shifts 0630-1900 Only 2 to 3 shifts each week Three-day work week36 hours a week
Unit and setting
Central Staffing Office Float Pool · Hospital 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.Adult or geriatric patients with general medical conditions or general surgical procedures
License
RN license ▪ Required: RN license active in the state of MissouriRN license active in the state of Missouri
Term
Permanent Registered Nurse - Med Surg - Global Float - Full Time - Day ShiftFull Time

Do you qualify?

License
RN license active in the state of Missouri ▪ Required: RN license active in the state of Missouri Check your license
Education
Graduate of an accredited nursing program or NLN approved program ▪ Required: Graduate of an accredited nursing program or NLN approved program

Preferred

Education
Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing ▪ Preferred: Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing
Experience
Previous nursing experience ▪ Preferred: Previous nursing experience

What it pays

Float differential
$14.50 Float Differential $14.50 Float Differential
Certification differential
$1 Certification pay $1 Certification pay
Pay differential
$1 BSN pay $1 BSN pay
Extra pay
$1 Certification pay
Bonus
Career Ladder Bonus up to $5000 Career Ladder Bonus eligible up to $5000
Extra pay
$14.50 Float Differential
Eligibility
Benefits eligibility at 20+ hours per week20+ hrs/week

Benefits

  • BenefitsMedicalMedical, Vision, Dental, Retirement with Employer Match and more (20+ hrs/week)
  • BenefitsVision
  • BenefitsDental
  • BenefitsRetirement with Employer Match
  • BenefitsCompensation for professional certificationsCompensation for professional certifications
  • BenefitsSTAR Clinical LadderSTAR Clinical Ladder

The role and schedule

Charge
Charge shifts are part of the role
Floating
Float across all medical surgical and rehab floors
Day to day
Assess patient condition
Day to day
Administer medications
Day to day
Change dressings
Day to day
Monitor vital signs
Day to day
Keep records
Day to day
Provide patients and families with support and education
Cross-training
Opportunities for cross-training Virtual Nurse assistance and opportunities for cross-training
Hours stated
6:30 AM - 7:00 PM
Details
Charge RN free to assist Charge RN free to assist
Details
Mobility Assistants Mobility Assistants
Details
Virtual Nurse assistance
Details
Magnet Facility Magnet Facility
Details
Level 1 Stroke, Trauma, and STEMI center Level 1 Stroke, Trauma, and STEMI center

Support on this unit

Nurse to patient
1:6 stated in this posting

The workplace

L.E. Cox Medical Centers
Hospital
2.7 Google rating

Your fit

Questions to ask

  • Can you walk me through base pay range and differentials?
  • What should I expect for weekend, holiday, call, and rotation?
  • What orientation, preceptor time, and ongoing unit support are included?
  • How is staffing support handled day to day?
Build questions for this role

On your path

Med surg is open from year one. A broad first base while you learn which path pulls harder.

Original listing

Posted on L.E. Cox Medical Centers’ careers page.

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Facility

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

Department

1155 Central Staffing Office

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 Thank you for your interest in joining the CoxHealth CSO (Float Pool) Team. We are seeking talented RNs who want to practice at a high level, across all medical surgical and rehab floors, work alongside respected specialists, and enjoy an exceptional quality of life in one of the Midwest’s most affordable and scenic cities. This is more than a job opportunity—it is a chance to join a collaborative team where your expertise is valued and where you can build a rewarding long-term career.

Why Join CoxHealth Float Pool Exceptional Schedule / Work-Life Balance

  • 12 hour shifts 0630-1900
  • Only 2 to 3 shifts each week
  • Additional shifts available but not required, giving you flexibility
  • 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 This Opportunity Stands Out

Experienced RNs are in demand everywhere—but few positions offer

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

Additional Pay Opportunity

$1 Certification pay $1 BSN pay Career Ladder Bonus eligible up to $5000 $14.50 Float Differential Join a Team Where You Matter At CoxHealth, your skills directly impact our patients and their families daily. If you are looking for meaningful work, a supportive team, and a better lifestyle, we would love to speak with you.

About Springfield

Springfield offers the perfect blend of city amenities and outdoor adventure, including the Wonders of Wildlife Aquarium, Springfield Cardinals baseball, nearby Branson entertainment, scenic state parks, and a vibrant downtown. Apply today to join a team committed to exceptional patient care.

Job Description

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.

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 Required: ACLS must be obtained within 1 year

What's around it?

In Springfield, MO

Springfield, MOFrom Census ACS 2024.

Living costs about 11% below the US average

Median rent
$964/mo
Household income
$49,311/yr, all local households, not nurse pay

See Springfield, MO

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