CoxHealth·Branson West, Missouri
The Nurse Practitioner provides advanced nursing care, performs physical examinations, and develops treatment plans in collaboration with a physician. They are also responsible for ordering diagnostic tests and prescribing necessary medications or therapies.
CoxHealth Branson West: 18452 Highway 13, Branson West, Missouri, United States of America, 65737
Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40
Hours: 8:00am-5:00pm Monday through Friday
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).
The Nurse Practitioner works in collaboration with a physician for assistance in clinical decision-making, case management and evaluation of performance. The Nurse Practitioner provides advanced nursing care and treatment to patients and performs physical examinations; orders diagnostic tests, develops treatment plans and prescribes drugs or other therapies. The Nurse Practitioner may also plan, direct, or coordinate medicine and health services in hospitals, clinics, managed care organizations, public health agencies, or similar organizations.
Candidates must hold a Master of Science in Nursing and a valid Missouri Nurse Practitioner license. While no prior experience is required, 1-2 years of experience is preferred.
Market context
Advanced-practice roles in Missouri are typically shaped by steady demand in team-based care settings, especially where providers support physicians and coordinate patient management. These positions are competitive because employers often look for advanced education, current Missouri licensure or eligibility, and strong clinical and communication skills. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save time, then confirm your licensure status and tailor your application to collaborative care experience.