Registered Nurse - Blood Cancer Treatment Room Durham, NC

Duke University; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading healthcare institution that prioritizes compassionate care and professional development. As a nurse at this esteemed facility, you'll have the opportunity to make a significant impact on patients' lives while working within a collaborative team. With a commitment to excellence, the organization is recognized for its high-quality nursing staff and dedication to ongoing education. This role offers a supportive environment where you can grow your skills and advance your career while contributing to the health and well-being of the community.

Benefits

Relocation Assistance

Professional Development Opportunities

Magnet Designation Benefits

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited BSN program required.
• Minimum 12 months of appropriate clinical experience required.

Responsibilities

• Plan and provide professional nursing care according to physician orders.
• Delegate tasks and supervise activities of other care providers.
• Participate in professional development and improvement activities.

Skills

Patient Assessment

Nursing Process

Effective Communication

BLS Certification

Infection Control

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)

Tools

Electronic Health Records

Job description

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 and is the number one hospital in North Carolina, according to U.S. News and World Report for 2023-2024. Duke University Hospital is the largest of Duke Health's three 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-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)

Summary

Independently plan and provide professional nursing care for patients in accordance with physician orders and established policies and procedures. Provide nursing services to patients and families within the scope of the RN as defined by the North Carolina Board of Nursing.

Work Performed

• Plan, provide, supervise, and document professional nursing care utilizing the nursing process for patients in accordance with physician orders and established policies and procedures.
• Use professional nursing judgment to individualize the plan of care based on assessment of the patient's baseline needs and response to care.
• Delegate tasks and supervise activities of other licensed and unlicensed care providers.
• Assist other nursing personnel in the delivery of nursing care and act as team leader or charge nurse as assigned.
• Monitor and initiate corrective actions to maintain a safe environment, including equipment and material resources.
• Participate in own professional development by maintaining competencies, identifying learning needs, and seeking educational opportunities.
• Act as preceptor and support the development of other staff and learners.
• Participate in identifying clinical or operational performance improvement opportunities and in improvement activities.
• Perform other related duties as needed.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of scope of practice for RN, LPN, and unlicensed staff.
• Knowledge and application of the nursing process.
• Ability to assess nursing needs of patients and families.
• Ability to seek resources and work collaboratively.
• Effective communication skills with patients, families, healthcare team, and leadership.
• Ability to teach patients and families.
• Competence in BLS and other specialized life support as designated.
• Proficiency in documentation and computer use.
• Ability to navigate clinical environment and perform treatments.
• Knowledge of infection control procedures and safety precautions.
• Pre-employment physical capacity testing required.

Minimum Qualifications

Graduation from an accredited BSN program required. Appropriate clinical experience (minimum 12 months) required. Current RN licensure in North Carolina and BLS certification required.

Duke is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity and inclusion. All community members are expected to uphold values of respect, security, and inclusion.