New Grad or Experienced Registered Nurse; RN; Cardiology Stepdown

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Durham, NC, US, 27710

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. The largest of the four Duke Health 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 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)

Clinical Nurse RN – Duke University Hospital 7700 Cardiothoracic Stepdown Unit Duke University Health System
- Duke University Hospital seeks to hire a
New Graduate or Experienced Registered Nurse who will embrace our mission of
Advancing Health Together.

Work Hours &

Shifts:

7am-7pm/7pm-7am 3,12-hour days and nights rotating shifts Straight shift option available after orientation for experienced nurses based on unit availability
* Relocation support is available
* Newly hired RNs are eligible for up to $25,000 in nursing loan forgiveness from their first nursing degree

Department Profile: The
7700 Cardiology Stepdown Unit at
Duke University Hospital is comprised of
17 beds. Cardiology Stepdown provides care for adult patients who are transitioning from the Cardiology ICU. In this role, you will care for adult patients recovering from a broad range of cardiothoracic procedures—including CABG, heart and lung transplants, valve repair/replacement, aortic and aneurysm repairs, lobectomies, VAD therapy, and other high‑acuity conditions. If you’re looking for an environment that challenges your clinical skills and supports your professional growth, this is the place.

The environment is fast paced where you will develop critical thinking skills while surrounded by opportunities for professional growth. Our team is active in delivering exemplary care for each patient to ensure an excellent patient experience, every time.

• 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…