RN - General Medicine/PCU | New Grad Friendly + Relocation

Duke PA; Durham, Northern (NC, KY); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Nursing loan forgiveness

Job summary

Duke University Health System in Durham, NC is seeking a Registered Nurse for the General Medicine Stepdown/PCU 8E. The unit handles diverse patient populations including COVID/Respiratory, transplant, neuro, and cardiac care.

Nurses rotate 3/12 hour shifts with day or night options, and new graduates are encouraged to apply. Required ADN or Nursing Diploma with NC or compact state licensure, BLS, and a Nurse Residency program participation within 12 months.

Qualifications

• ADN or Nursing Diploma required.
• BSN encouraged within 2 years; completion within 7 years of start date.
• No prior nursing experience required—new grads encouraged to apply.
• Current RN license in North Carolina or Compact State; NC licensure within 60 days.
• BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Provide and document professional nursing care using the nursing process.
• Collaborate with physicians and multidisciplinary teams.
• Delegate tasks and supervise licensed and unlicensed care providers.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and resource-ready environment.
• Participate in ongoing professional development and competency training.
• Educate patients and families per the care plan.
• Support unit-based performance improvement initiatives.

Skills

Nursing care

Communication

Patient assessment

Electronic health records

Education

Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)

Nursing Diploma

Job description

Duke University Health System in Durham, NC is seeking a Registered Nurse for the General Medicine Stepdown/PCU 8E. The unit handles diverse patient populations including COVID/Respiratory, transplant, neuro, and cardiac care.

Nurses rotate 3/12 hour shifts with day or night options, and new graduates are encouraged to apply. Required ADN or Nursing Diploma with NC or compact state licensure, BLS, and a Nurse Residency program participation within 12 months.