Provide basic patient care including taking vitals, bathing, dressing, and moving patients under the direction of nursing staff. Monitor patient conditions and report any changes to the clinical team.
CoxHealth South: 3801 S National Ave, Springfield, Missouri, United States of America, 65807
Department: 1052 Medical ICU South
Scheduled Weekly Hours: 36
6:30 PM - 7:00 AM
Work Shift: Night 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).
Provide basic patient care under direction of nursing staff. Perform duties such as take vitals, bathe, dress, move patients, change linens and other duties as assigned. Obtains information on patient condition as requested by the nursing staff, and reports any changes in patient condition.
Certified Nurse Assistant, Nurse Assistant, or Nurse Assistant Trainees are eligible to apply
Education Preferred: High School Diploma or Equivalent
Experience Preferred: Prior patient care or health care related experience
Education Preferred: High School Diploma or Equivalent
Requires a high school diploma or equivalent and BLS certification within 90 days. Candidates must be a licensed CNA or have equivalent experience/training in an inpatient or long-term care setting.
Market context
Missouri nursing employers often seek licensed practical nurses for settings where dependable bedside care and clear communication matter. These roles can be competitive because candidates need an active Missouri LPN license, accredited training, and the ability to stay composed under pressure. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save time, then confirm your license status and tailor your application to patient-care experience.