Flight Registered Nurse Cert(N)-Quick Hire! Needed-Springfield,MO,USA
Posted on January 15, 2026
Position in Springfield, MO, USA, MO
Position: Flight Registered Nurse Cert (N) - Quick Hire! (Based in Springfield, MO, USA) Hiring Organization: CoxHealth Based in: Springfield, MO, USA, MO (our main Springfield, MO, USA branch) Status: New Springfield, MO, USA listing (actively interviewing).
Compensation: $77.3k-$120.1k/Year (approx. $8.2k/Month) Benefits: Eligible team members receive standard benefits. Impactful work with supportive local leadership.
Responsibilities
This role centers on your professional skills within the a dynamic space in Springfield, MO, USA.
- This Springfield, MO, USA-based role is an excellent opportunity for professionals skilled in relevant skills.
- Our CoxHealth team in Springfield, MO, USA, MO is growing.
- Benefit from working in Springfield, MO, USA, a key hub for the a dynamic industry.
CoxHealth South is a premier healthcare facility located at 3801 S National Ave, Springfield, Missouri. It is part of the larger CoxHealth system, which serves 25 counties across southwest Missouri and northern Arkansas. CoxHealth is known for its comprehensive healthcare services and includes six hospitals, five emergency rooms, and more than 80 clinics. The facility operates within a healthcare system that is recognized for workplace excellence, having received multiple accolades such as being named one of Modern Healthcare's Best Places to Work five times, one of America's Greatest Workplaces by Newsweek, and a Greatest Workplace for Women in both 2023 and 2024. It has also been lauded for its commitment to diversity and innovation, being listed as one of the Greatest Workplaces for Diversity in 2024 and ranked among the Best Employers by State for Missouri. CoxHealth continues to be acknowledged for its innovative approach to healthcare and is recognized as one of the Top Companies to Work for in Healthcare in 2025.
The Flight Nurse position at CoxHealth South is a critical role within the 1822 Air Care Ground Unit SGF department. This role entails providing expert medical care and rapid transport to critically ill or injured patients within an air medical environment, specifically using helicopters. The Flight Nurse must maintain advanced skills relevant to this specialized practice and adhere to departmental protocols and industry standards. The role requires collaboration with aviation professionals including pilots and mechanics, as well as medical direction from the Cox Air Care Medical Director. This position demands a high level of competency in patient care in a dynamic and elevated risk environment. The Flight Nurse is expected to possess excellent communication, leadership, and critical thinking skills, along with flexibility and the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously. The nurse will work rotating shifts, providing round-the-clock coverage from 7:00 AM to 7:00 AM. This position is ideal for registered nurses with substantial experience in critical care or emergency departments, especially those with previous flight nurse or pre-hospital experience. The role is full time and offers comprehensive benefits including medical, vision, dental insurance, and a retirement plan with employer match, among others. This employment opportunity at CoxHealth South is both challenging and rewarding, ideal for professionals dedicated to delivering exceptional healthcare in critical situations while working within a supportive and innovation-driven organization.
- RN license active in the state of Missouri
- Certified Flight Registered Nurse (CFRN) certification within 2 years of hire
- Minimum of 4 years critical care and/or emergency department experience
- Graduate of an accredited nursing program
- Ability to work rotating 12-hour shifts
- Excellent communication and leadership skills