Clinical Nurse

Clinical NurseAt 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.Duke Health Integrated Practice comprises more than 110 primary and specialty outpatient clinics, extending the reach of the Duke Health mission across the state of North Carolina.Job Location: 5324 McFarland Dr, Durham, NC 27707Job SummaryWe are seeking a Clinical Nurse to be an integral member of the healthcare team and provide direct and indirect care to patients Harris and Smith OB/GYN of Patterson Place at 5324 McFarland Dr. in Durham NC. The schedule for this position is Monday-Friday with no weekend or holiday hours. Nurses in this role have the ability to float between different roles each week, which allows learning opportunities and variety. Professional development can be achieved through the clinical ladder program and participation in clinic committees and initiatives.Job Duties and ResponsibilitiesPlan, provide and document professional nursing care in ambulatory settings, utilizing the nursing process, in accordance with physician orders and established policies and procedures, under the supervision of the nurse manager and practice manager.Perform assessments and practice orientation for initial newly pregnant patientsPerform telephone triageProvide patient education on expectations after delivery using Baby Friendly Education MaterialAct as the "charge" nurse or resource nurse as needed (responsible for patient education, walk-in assessments, blood pressure and wound checks, scheduling procedures, etc)Collect and analyze patient data, make recommendations for nursing care plans, evaluate nursing care provided, document and communicate appropriately nursing actions taken and patient responses.Delegate tasks and supervise the activities of other licensed and unlicensed care providers.Participate in own professional development by maintaining required competencies, identifying learning needs and seeking appropriate assistance or educational offerings.Participate in the identification of clinical, operational and safety related performance improvement opportunities via clinic committees.Perform other related duties incidental to the work described herein.Job Eligibility RequirementsWork requires graduation from an accredited BSN or Associate's Degree in Nursing or Nursing Diploma program.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 seven years of their start date.Twelve months of appropriate clinical experience is required.Must have current or compact RN licensure in the state of North Carolina. BLS required.Duke is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing employment opportunity without regard to an individual's age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy and pregnancy related conditions), sexual orientation or military status.Duke aspires to create a community built on collaboration, innovation, creativity, and belonging. Our collective success depends on the robust exchange of ideas—an exchange that is best when the rich diversity of our perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences flourishes. To achieve this exchange, it is essential that all members of the community feel secure and welcome, that the contributions of all individuals are respected, and that all voices are heard. All members of our community have a responsibility to uphold these values.Essential Physical Job Functions: Certain jobs at Duke University and Duke University Health System may include essential job functions that require specific physical and/or mental abilities. Additional information and provision for requests for reasonable accommodation will be provided by each hiring department.