Clinical Nurse IV Leader - Peds Transplant and Cellular Therapy​/Oncology

Overview

Clinical Nurse IV Leader - Peds Transplant and Cellular Therapy/Oncology at Duke University Health System.

Location:

Durham, North Carolina. The role provides local level leadership in administration, education, informatics and quality within the Pediatrics Transplant and Cellular Therapy/Oncology area.

• Identify care needs for patient populations across the continuum of care.
• Collaborate and provide leadership in development of standards of care, patient/family education and staff education to address the needs of specific populations.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and provide leadership in the delivery of patient care.
• Provide leadership in educational activities, departmental committees, research projects and other health-related projects.
• Provide evaluation, direction and guidance in the proper selection, use, care and control of material resources.
• Appraise quality and effectiveness of materials and equipment; assist with vendor selection and feedback on performance.
• Guide professional growth of others through role modeling, coaching and mentoring; may include orientation modules and primary precepting of senior nursing students.
• Provide leadership for initiatives focused on improving quality of care and growth of staff; conduct performance reviews and participate in personnel actions as needed.
• Perform other related duties incidental to the work described herein.
• Monitor clinical practice and ensure compliance with practice standards and regulatory standards; coach and mentor nursing colleagues; influence recruitment and development of staff.
• Plan and deliver in-house education sessions; stay current with evidence-based nursing practices; assess educational needs of staff.
• Serve as a superuser for clinical information systems; disseminate information to staff and provide training and technology education support; facilitate adoption of new technology.
• Collaborate on quality, research and innovation initiatives; participate in multidisciplinary committees focused on quality and patient safety; support nursing staff in quality assurance and best practices.
• Engage in research and innovation initiatives to develop new methodologies and technologies for enhancing patient care.

• Knowledge of nursing scope of practice for registered nurses, licensed practical nurses and unlicensed staff; nursing process; professional theory, practice and procedure.
• Ability to assess nursing needs of acute and chronically ill patients and families; resourceful and collaborative; strong communication and teaching abilities.
• Ability to use information technology, provide documentation, and navigate care environments; stamina for prolonged standing and walking; maintain focus and organization.
• Competent in BLS and other life support requirements as designated; capable of assessing, planning and evaluating patient care; knowledge of infection control and safety procedures; awareness of regulatory requirements (The Joint Commission and others).

Pre-employment Physical Capacity Testing may be required.

Work requires graduation from an accredited nursing program with a BSN degree.

Three years of experience required. Clinical Nurse II and III are eligible to apply for the CN IV Leader role; applicants will perform the duties and responsibilities of the CN IV.

Current or compact RN licensure in the state of North Carolina. BLS required.

Duke is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing employment opportunity without regard to age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy-related conditions), sexual orientation or military status. All members of the Duke community are expected to uphold values of collaboration, innovation, creativity, belonging, security and respect for diverse perspectives and experiences.

Essential Physical

Job Functions:

may require specific physical and/or mental abilities. Additional information and provisions for reasonable accommodation will be provided by the hiring department.