Duke University Health System
Registered Nurse (New Grad RN) - Cardiothoracic Stepdown
Duke University Health System, Durham, North Carolina, United States, 27703
Registered Nurse (New Grad RN) - Cardiothoracic Stepdown
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About Duke University Hospital Duke University Hospital in Durham, North Carolina is consistently ranked among the best in the United States. The largest of Duke Health’s four hospitals with 1062 patient beds, it features 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
Duke University Health System has 6000+ registered nurses
Quality of Life: Living in the Triangle
Relocation Assistance (based on eligibility)
Clinical Nurse RN – Duke University Hospital 6 East Cardiothoracic Stepdown Unit
Duke University Health System seeks to hire a
New Graduate Registered Nurse
who will embrace our mission of Advancing Health Together.
Department Profile The 6 East Cardiothoracic Stepdown Unit at Duke University Hospital located in the Duke Medical Plaza comprises 24 beds. Cardiac step‑down provides care for adult patients who are transitioning from the Cardiothoracic ICU. Patients require high acuity care with diagnoses such as pre‑ and post‑cardiothoracic surgery, coronary artery bypass grafts, heart valve repair and replacements, aortic and aneurysm repairs, wedge resections, lobectomies, heart and lung transplants, and ventricular assist devices.
Work Hours & Shifts
Full Time: 7 am–7 pm / 7 pm–7 am 3‑12‑hour days and nights, rotating shifts
Straight shift option available after orientation for experienced nurses, based on unit availability
Duties And Responsibilities Of This Level
Plan, provide and document professional nursing care, utilizing the nursing process, in accordance with physician orders and established policies and procedures under the supervision of the team leader or charge nurse
Delegate tasks and supervise the activities of other licensed and unlicensed care providers
Assist other healthcare personnel in the delivery of patient care
Participate in maintaining the environment of care including equipment and material resources. Prioritize work organization and identify resources available to assist in completing components of care in a timely manner
Participate in own professional development by maintaining required competencies, identifying learning needs and seeking appropriate assistance or educational offerings
Support the development of other staff and formal learners
Participate in the identification of clinical or operational performance improvement opportunities and assist in performance improvement activities
Perform other related duties incidental to the work described herein
Required Qualifications At This Level
Education
Work requires graduation from an accredited Associate’s Degree in Nursing or Nursing Diploma program
All registered nurses 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 BSN program within seven years of their start date
Experience
Required at least 1 Year of experience as RN for experienced RNs
No experience required for New Grad RNs
Degrees, Licensure, and/or Certification
Must have current or compact RN licensure in the state of North Carolina or compact license in participating state
BLS required, may be renewed during orientation if not current
Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities
Knowledge of scope of the registered nurse, licensed practical nurse and unlicensed staff
Knowledge of and appropriate application of the nursing process
Knowledge of professional theory, practice and procedure
Ability to assess nursing needs of acute and chronically ill patients and their families
Ability to independently seek out resources and work collaboratively
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships
Ability to communicate clearly with patients, families, visitors, healthcare team, physicians, administrators, leadership and others
Ability to teach patients and families in accordance with the nursing plan of care
Ability to use sensory and cognitive functions to process and prioritize information, treatment and follow‑up
Ability to use fine motor skills
Competent in BLS and/or other specialized life support requirements designated by work area or organization
Ability to record activities, document assessments, plan of care, interventions, evaluation and re‑evaluation of patient status
Ability to use computer and learn new software programs
Ability to navigate the entity to provide clinical care for patients
Ability to withstand prolonged standing and walking
Ability to remain focused and organized
Working knowledge of procedures and techniques involved in administering routine and special treatments to patients
Working knowledge of infection control procedures and safety precautions
Working knowledge and completion of appropriate The Joint Commission (TJC) and other regulatory requirements
Pre‑employment Physical Capacity Testing Required
Duke is an 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 (including pregnancy and pregnancy related conditions), sexual orientation or military status.
Essential Physical Job Functions: Certain jobs at Duke University and Duke University Health System may include essential job 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.
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About Duke University Hospital Duke University Hospital in Durham, North Carolina is consistently ranked among the best in the United States. The largest of Duke Health’s four hospitals with 1062 patient beds, it features 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
Duke University Health System has 6000+ registered nurses
Quality of Life: Living in the Triangle
Relocation Assistance (based on eligibility)
Clinical Nurse RN – Duke University Hospital 6 East Cardiothoracic Stepdown Unit
Duke University Health System seeks to hire a
New Graduate Registered Nurse
who will embrace our mission of Advancing Health Together.
Department Profile The 6 East Cardiothoracic Stepdown Unit at Duke University Hospital located in the Duke Medical Plaza comprises 24 beds. Cardiac step‑down provides care for adult patients who are transitioning from the Cardiothoracic ICU. Patients require high acuity care with diagnoses such as pre‑ and post‑cardiothoracic surgery, coronary artery bypass grafts, heart valve repair and replacements, aortic and aneurysm repairs, wedge resections, lobectomies, heart and lung transplants, and ventricular assist devices.
Work Hours & Shifts
Full Time: 7 am–7 pm / 7 pm–7 am 3‑12‑hour days and nights, rotating shifts
Straight shift option available after orientation for experienced nurses, based on unit availability
Duties And Responsibilities Of This Level
Plan, provide and document professional nursing care, utilizing the nursing process, in accordance with physician orders and established policies and procedures under the supervision of the team leader or charge nurse
Delegate tasks and supervise the activities of other licensed and unlicensed care providers
Assist other healthcare personnel in the delivery of patient care
Participate in maintaining the environment of care including equipment and material resources. Prioritize work organization and identify resources available to assist in completing components of care in a timely manner
Participate in own professional development by maintaining required competencies, identifying learning needs and seeking appropriate assistance or educational offerings
Support the development of other staff and formal learners
Participate in the identification of clinical or operational performance improvement opportunities and assist in performance improvement activities
Perform other related duties incidental to the work described herein
Required Qualifications At This Level
Education
Work requires graduation from an accredited Associate’s Degree in Nursing or Nursing Diploma program
All registered nurses 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 BSN program within seven years of their start date
Experience
Required at least 1 Year of experience as RN for experienced RNs
No experience required for New Grad RNs
Degrees, Licensure, and/or Certification
Must have current or compact RN licensure in the state of North Carolina or compact license in participating state
BLS required, may be renewed during orientation if not current
Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities
Knowledge of scope of the registered nurse, licensed practical nurse and unlicensed staff
Knowledge of and appropriate application of the nursing process
Knowledge of professional theory, practice and procedure
Ability to assess nursing needs of acute and chronically ill patients and their families
Ability to independently seek out resources and work collaboratively
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships
Ability to communicate clearly with patients, families, visitors, healthcare team, physicians, administrators, leadership and others
Ability to teach patients and families in accordance with the nursing plan of care
Ability to use sensory and cognitive functions to process and prioritize information, treatment and follow‑up
Ability to use fine motor skills
Competent in BLS and/or other specialized life support requirements designated by work area or organization
Ability to record activities, document assessments, plan of care, interventions, evaluation and re‑evaluation of patient status
Ability to use computer and learn new software programs
Ability to navigate the entity to provide clinical care for patients
Ability to withstand prolonged standing and walking
Ability to remain focused and organized
Working knowledge of procedures and techniques involved in administering routine and special treatments to patients
Working knowledge of infection control procedures and safety precautions
Working knowledge and completion of appropriate The Joint Commission (TJC) and other regulatory requirements
Pre‑employment Physical Capacity Testing Required
Duke is an 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 (including pregnancy and pregnancy related conditions), sexual orientation or military status.
Essential Physical Job Functions: Certain jobs at Duke University and Duke University Health System may include essential job 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.
Physician Signature and Current EEO Statement
Get notified about new Registered Nurse jobs in Durham, NC.
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