Registered Nurse – Flexible Shifts, Growth & Bonuses

Duke University Health System

Durham (NC)

On-site

USD 65,000 - 90,000

Full time

35 hours ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Relocation Grant
Sign-On Bonus
Nurse Loan Forgiveness

Job summary

Duke University Health System is hiring a Registered Nurse for the Adult Medicine Stepdown unit in Durham, NC. The role supports patients with complex medical conditions, operates on a 36-hour week across three 12-hour shifts, and offers distinct pathways for experienced RNs or new graduates.

The position emphasizes professional nursing care under North Carolina Board guidelines, with opportunities for paid orientation, residency, and loan forgiveness.

Qualifications

  • Graduation from an accredited Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing (or higher) OR Associate's Degree in Nursing OR Nursing Diploma program.
  • All RNs without a Bachelor’s Degree will be required to enroll in a BSN program within two years of start date and complete within seven years.

Responsibilities

  • Plan, provide and document professional nursing care per physician orders and policies.
  • Delegate tasks and supervise other licensed and unlicensed care providers.
  • Assist other healthcare personnel in patient care delivery.
  • Participate in performance improvement opportunities and staff development.

Skills

Nursing care
Patient safety
Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Nursing
Associate Degree in Nursing
Nursing Diploma

Tools

BLS Certification

Job description

Duke University Health System is hiring a Registered Nurse for the Adult Medicine Stepdown unit in Durham, NC. The role supports patients with complex medical conditions, operates on a 36-hour week across three 12-hour shifts, and offers distinct pathways for experienced RNs or new graduates.

The position emphasizes professional nursing care under North Carolina Board guidelines, with opportunities for paid orientation, residency, and loan forgiveness.

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