Registered Nurse (RN) Cardiology Stepdown Units Position Available In Orange, North Carolina

Job Description:

At Duke Health, we’re driven by a commitment to compassionatecare that changes the lives of patients, their loved ones, and thegreater community. No matter where your talents lie, join us anddiscover how we can advance health together.

• About Duke UniversityHospital
• Pursue your passion for caring with Duke UniversityHospital in Durham, North Carolina, which is consistently rankedamong the best in the United States and is the number one hospitalin North Carolina, according to U.

S. News and World Report for2023-2024. Duke University Hospital is the largest of Duke Health’sthree 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-surgerycenter, and more.

Duke Nursing Highlights:

• Duke University Health System is designated as a Magnetorganization Nurses from each hospital are consistently recognized each yearas North Carolina’s Great 100 Nurses.

Duke University Health System was awarded the American Board ofNursing Specialties Award for Nursing Certification Advocacy forbeing 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)

• Description
• Cardiology Stepdown Units
• at Duke University Hospital providescare for cardiology medicine patients with a range of diagnoses.
• The patient population includes but is not limited to the care ofacute coronary syndrome, post cardiac catheterization,electrophysiology procedures, dysrhythmias, heart failure, hearttransplant workups and congenital heart disease.
• -These patientsrequire high acuity care and many come directly from the ICU, postprocedures or outside hospitals requiring an increased level ofcare.
• Many times, these patients encompass a multi-systeminvolvement, which can include but is not limed to pulmonary,renal, endocrine and neurology.
• Cardiology Stepdown unit 3200/7100and Cardiology Stepdown unit 3200/7100 are
• now offering a $15,000commitment bonus to experienced
• RNs that’s new to Duke, must haveone year or more
• experience!
• The environment has low patientratios 1:4 is fast paced, challenging and a great place to promoteand develop your critical thinking skills with many opportunitiesfor professional growth.

Cardiology stepdown units are fast-pacedunits constructed of an elite team of enthusiastic cardiologyregistered nurses and nursing care assistants. Staff have strongassessment skills, value teamwork, and strive to provide excellentpatient care. The well-being of our patients is a top priority.

Come be a part of the heart of Duke on Cardiology Stepdown team!

• -Job Summary
• As a Clinical Nurse with Duke University HealthSystem, you will make providing service your priority while caringfor the whole person in a patient-centered atmosphere.

The ClinicalNurse (RN) is responsible for providing and supervising direct andindirect total nursing care responsibilities. Utilizing the nursingprocess (assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating) inachieving the goals of the nursing department. Plan and provideadvanced and/or specialized nursing care for patients in guided byDUHS Professional Practice model participate in the clinical ladderprogram, educational activities, departmental committees, researchprojects or other health related projects as assigned. Providenursing services to patients and families in accordance with thescope of the RN as defined by the North Carolina Board of Nursing.

Adheres to all rules and regulations of all applicable local, stateand federal agencies and accrediting bodies. Actively participatesin outstanding customer service and accepts responsibility inmaintaining relationships that are equally respectful to all.

• WorkSchedule:

• 3-12 hours shifts, Day, Night or Rotating.
• -WorkPerformed
• Clinical Nurse will plan, provide, supervise anddocument professional nursing care utilizing the nursing processfor patients in accordance with physician orders and establishedpolicies and procedures.

Use professional nursing judgment toindividualize the plan of care based on assessment of the patient’sbaseline needs and response to care. Delegate tasks and supervisethe activities of other licensed and unlicensed care providers.

Assist other nursing personnel in the delivery of nursing care andact as team leader or charge nurse for a group of patients or anentire unit as assigned. Monitor and initiate corrective action tomaintain the environment of care including equipment and materialresources. Participate in own professional development bymaintaining required competencies, identifying learning needs andseeking appropriate assistance or educational offerings. Act aspreceptor and support the development of other staff and formallearners. Participate in the identification of clinical oroperational performance improvement opportunities and inperformance improvement activities .Perform other related dutiesincident al to the work described herein.

• Knowledge, Skills andAbilities
• Knowledge of scope of the registered nurse, licensedpractical nurse and NCA Knowledge of and appropriate application ofthe nursing process Knowledge of professional theory, practice andprocedure.

Ability to assess nursing needs of acute and chronicallyill patients and their families. Ability to independently seek outresources and work collaboratively. Ability to establish andmaintain effective working relationships. Ability to communicateclearly with patients, families, visitors, healthcare team,physicians, administrators, leadership and others. Ability to teachpatients and families in accordance with the nursing plan of care.

Ability to use sensory and cognitive functions to process andprioritize information, treatment, and follow-up. Ability to usefine motor skills. Competent in BLS and/or other specialized lifesupport requirements designated by work area. Ability to recordactivities, document assessments, plan of care, interventions,evaluation and re-evaluation of patient status. Ability to us ecomputer and learn new software programs. Able to document andcommunicate pertinent information using computer and/or paperdocumentation tool. Ability to navigate the entity to provideclinical care for patients. Ability to withstand prolonged standingand walking. Ability to remain focused and organized. Workingknowledge of procedures and techniques involved in administeringroutine and special treatments to patients. Working knowledge ofinfection control procedures and safety precautions. Workingknowledge and completion of appropriate JCAHO and other regulatoryrequirements. Pre

• employment Physical Capacity Testing Required
• -Minimum Qualifications
• EducationWork requires graduation from anaccredited BSN or Associate’s Degree in Nursing or Nursing Diplomaprogram. All registered nurses without a Bachelor’s degree inNursing (or higher) will be required to enroll in an appropriateBSN program within two years of their start date and to completethe program within five years of their start date.
• Experience One year or more of RN experience
• Degrees, Licensures,CertificationsMust have current or compact RN licensure in thestate of North Carolina. BLS required.
• Duke is an AffirmativeAction/Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing employmentopportunity without regard to an individual’s age, color,disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, geneticinformation, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexualorientation, or veteran status.
• Duke aspires to create acommunity built on collaboration, innovation, creativity, andbelonging.

Our collective success depends on the robust exchange ofideas-an exchange that is best when the rich diversity of ourperspectives, backgrounds, and experiences flourishes. To achievethis exchange, it is essential that all members of the communityfeel secure and welcome, that the contributions of all individualsare respected, and that all voices are heard. All members of ourcommunity have a responsibility to uphold these values.

• EssentialPhysical Job Functions:

  Certain jobs at Duke University and DukeUniversity Health System may include essentialjob functions thatrequire specific physical and/or mental abilities. Additionalinformation and provision for requests for reasonable accommodationwill be provided by each hiring department.

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