Pediatric Clinic Nurse II - Float Roles & Growth

Duke University; Knightdale (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Duke University seeks a Clinical Nurse for the Growing Child Pediatrics Clinic in Knightdale, NC to provide direct and indirect care as part of a compassionate healthcare team. Responsibilities include patient intake with vital signs, vaccine administration, medication administration under protocols, and patient triage via phone, with involvement in performance improvement initiatives.

Requires NC RN licensure and typically an Associate Degree in Nursing or Nursing Diploma.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited ADN or Nursing Diploma program.
• All RN without a BSN encouraged to enroll in BSN within two years, complete within seven years.
• Twelve months of clinical experience required.
• Current or compact RN licensure in NC; BLS required.

Responsibilities

• Perform intake with patients including vital signs and visit information.
• Set up for clinical procedures and administer vaccines or tasks within scope of practice.
• Administer medications to patients as ordered or per protocols.
• Handle telephone messages, document encounters, and inform provider per clinic protocols.
• Participate in performance improvement projects.

Skills

Vital signs assessment

Medication administration

Patient communication

Performance improvement

Education

Associate's Degree in Nursing

Nursing Diploma program

Job description

Duke University seeks a Clinical Nurse for the Growing Child Pediatrics Clinic in Knightdale, NC to provide direct and indirect care as part of a compassionate healthcare team. Responsibilities include patient intake with vital signs, vaccine administration, medication administration under protocols, and patient triage via phone, with involvement in performance improvement initiatives.

Requires NC RN licensure and typically an Associate Degree in Nursing or Nursing Diploma.