Registered Nurse (RN)- PACU-Duke Raleigh Campus-36hrs

Duke; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Duke Raleigh Hospital seeks a Clinical Nurse II (RN) to provide exemplary care for surgical patients in a patient-centered environment. The role requires at least one year of nursing experience, preferably in surgical services or critical care. A $15,000 sign-on bonus is available for newly hired RNs with one year of experience.

Benefits

Sign-on bonus of $15,000

Up to $25,000 student loan forgiveness

Qualifications

• Previous work experience (1+ years) as a clinical nurse preferred.
• Graduation from an accredited nursing program required.
• Current registration with North Carolina State Board of Nursing.

Responsibilities

• Provide and supervise direct and indirect nursing care.
• Utilize nursing process in achieving departmental goals.
• Participate in educational activities and departmental committees.

Skills

Patient-centered care

Nursing process

Customer service

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing

Associate's Degree in Nursing

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Registered Nurse (RN)- PACU-Duke Raleigh Campus-36hrs

Work Arrangement:

Requisition Number: 257625

Regular or Temporary: Regular

Location:

Raleigh, NC, US, 27710

Date: May 16, 2025

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 Raleigh HospitalPursue your passion for caring with Duke Raleigh Hospital in Raleigh, North Carolina, which has been part of Duke Health since 1998 and has served Wake County for more than 35 years. Duke Raleigh Hospital features 204 inpatient beds and offers a comprehensive array of services, including cancer, cardiovascular, neuroscience, advanced gastrointestinal, and wound healing care.

Newly Hired RNs (with at least one year Nursing experience) will be eligible to receive a $15,000 sign-on bonus that will be paid out over 24 months.

***The unit is also eligible for up to $25,000 student loan forgiveness from your first Nursing degree***

Clinical Nurse II (RN) –Recovery/PACU– Duke Raleigh Hospital

Duke University Health System seeks to hire a Clinical Nurse who will embrace our mission of Transforming Lives Transforming Care.

Department Profile:
This department at Duke Raleigh Hospital cares for our surgical patients; pre and post-operatively. Our team is active in delivering exemplary care for each patient to ensure an excellent patient experience, every time.

Prior experience in surgical services or critical care is strongly preferred; including pre-op care, sedation administration and post-sedation monitoring/care.

Shift:

THREE, 12-hr shifts 07:00 am - 7:30pm (Monday - Friday)

Required to work SIX Saturday shifts per year.

Closed on the 8 Duke-recognized Holidays.

Job Summary:

As a Clinical Nurse with Duke University Health System, you will make providing service your priority while caring for the whole person in a patient-centered atmosphere. The Clinical Nurse (RN) is responsible for providing and supervising direct and indirect total nursing care responsibilities. Utilizing the nursing process (assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating) in achieving the goals of the nursing department. Plan and provide advanced and/or specialized nursing care for patients in guided by DUHS Professional Practice model participate in the clinical ladder program, educational activities, departmental committees, research projects or other health related projects as assigned. Provide nursing services to patients and families in accordance with the scope of the RN as defined by the North Carolina Board of Nursing. Adheres to all rules and regulations of all applicable local, state and federal agencies and accrediting bodies. Actively participates in outstanding customer service and accepts responsibility in maintaining relationships that are equally respectful to all.

Knowledge, Skills, Education, and Experience Required:

• Previous work experience (1+ years) as a clinical nurse is preferred; at least one year previous work experience as a registered nurse is required for a CN2 role.
• Prior experience in surgical services or critical care is strongly preferred.
• Graduation from an accredited Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing (or higher), Associate's Degree in Nursing or Nursing Diploma program is required.
• All registered nurses without a Bachelor's degree in Nursing (or higher) will be required to enroll in an appropriate BSN program within two years of their start date and to complete the program within five years of their start date

Licensure, Certification or Registration Required:

• Current registration with North Carolina State Board of Nursing as a registered professional nurse OR current compact RN licensure to practice in the state of North Carolina required.
• Professional specialty certification (preferred).

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Nearest Major Market: Durham
Nearest Secondary Market: Raleigh

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