Registered Nurse (RN) - Med Surg
Duke University Hospital
Durham, NC

Registered Nurse - Cancer Center Durham, NC

At Duke Health, we're driven by a commitment to compassionate care that changes the lives of patients, their loved ones, and the greater community. No matter where your talents lie, join us and discover how we can advance health together. About Duke University Hospital Pursue your passion for caring with Duke University Hospital in Durham, North Carolina, which is consistently ranked among the best in the United States and is the number one hospital in North Carolina, according to U.S. News and World Report for 2023-2024. Duke University Hospital is the largest of Duke Health's three hospitals and features 1048 patient beds, 65 operating rooms, as well as comprehensive diagnostic and therapeutic facilities, including a regional emergency/trauma center, an endo-surgery center, and more. Duke Nursing Highlights: * Duke University Health System is designated as a Magnet organization * Nurses from each hospital are consistently recognized each year as North Carolina's Great 100 Nurses. * Duke University Health System was awarded the American Board of Nursing Specialties Award for Nursing Certification Advocacy for being strong advocates of specialty nursing certification. * Duke University Health System has 6000 + registered nurses * Quality of Life: Living in the Triangle! * Relocation Assistance (based on eligibility) Occ Summary Independently plan and provide professional nu rsiics N/A elated duties incidental to the work described herein. p> Knowlng care for patients in accordance with physician orders and establishedpolicies and procedures. Provide nursingservices to patients and families in accordance with the scope of the RN as defined by the N orth Carolina Board of Nursing. Work Performed Plan, provide, supervise and document professional nursing care utilizing the nursing process for patients in accordance with physician orders and est ablished policies and procedures. Use professional nursing judgment to i ndividualize the plan of care based on assessment of the patient's basel ine needsand response to care.Delegate tasks and supervise the activitie s of other licensed and unlicensed care providers.Assist other nursing p ersonnelin the delivery of nursing care and act as team leader or charge nurse for a group of patients or an entire unit as assigned.Monitor and initiate corrective action to maintain the environment of care includin g equipment and materialresources.Participate in own professional develo pment by maintaining required competencies, identifying learning needs a nd seeking appropriate assistance or educational offerings.Act as precep tor andsupport the development of other staff and formal learners.Partic ipatein the identification of clinical or operational performance improv ementopportunities and in performance improvement activities.Perform oth er redge, Skills and Abilities Knowledge of scope of the registered nu rse, licensed practical nurse and NCA Knowledge of and appropriate appli cation of the nursing process. Knowledge of professional theory, practic e and procedure Ability to assess nursing needs of acute and chronically ill patients and their families. Ability to independently seek out reso urces and workcollaboratively. Ability toestablish and maintain effectiv e working relationships. Ability to communicate clearly with patients, f amilies, visitors,healthcare team, physicians, administrators, leaderth the nursing plan of care. Ability to use sensory and cognitive functishi p and others. Ability to teach patients and families in accordance wions to process and prioritize information,treatment, and follow-up. Abilit y to use fine motor skills.Competent in BLS and/or other specializedlife support requirements designated by work area. Ability to record activit ies, document assessments, plan of care,interventions, evaluation and re -evaluation of patient status. Ability to use computer and learn newsoft ware programs. Able to document and communicate pertinent information us ing computer and/or paper documentation tools. Ability to navigatethe en tity to provide clinical care for patients. Ability to withstand prolong ed standing and walking.Ability to remain focused and organized. Working knowledge of procedures and techniques involved in administeringroutine and special treatments to patients. Working knowledge of infection cont rol procedures and safety precautions. Working knowledge and completion of appropriate JCAHO and other regulatory requirements. Pre-employment Physical Capacity Testing Required Level Characterist Minimum Qualifications Education Work requires graduation from an accredited BSN program. Exception: Registered nurses hired between July 1, 2014 and April 11, 2021 without a Bachelor's degree in Nursing (or higher) are encouraged to enroll in an appropriate BSN program within two years of their start date but must complete the program within seven years of their start date. Registered nurses hired before July 1, 2014 are not required to enroll in a BSN program to remain in this job classification. Experience Applicants must meet all requirements set forth by the DUHS Nursing Career Ladder Program for level III. Degrees, Licensures, Certifications Must have current or compact RN licensure in the state of NorthCarolina. BLS required. Duke is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing employment opportunity without regard to an individual's age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran status. Duke aspires to create a community built on collaboration, innovation, creativity, and belonging. Our collective success depends on the robust exchange of ideas-an exchange that is best when the rich diversity of our perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences flourishes. To achieve this exchange, it is essential that all members of the community feel secure and welcome, that the contributions of all individuals are respected, and that all voices are heard. All members of our community have a responsibility to uphold these values. Essential Physical Job Functions: Certain jobs at Duke University and Duke University Health System may include essentialjob functions that require specific physical and/or mental abilities. Additional information and provision for requests for reasonable accommodation will be provided by each hiring department. Nearest Major Market: Durham Nearest Secondary Market: Raleigh