Clinical Nurse II- ENT

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. Duke Health Integrated Practice 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: Duke Otolaryngology of South Durham - 234 Crooked Creek Pkwy JOB SUMMARY: We are seeking a Clinical Nurse II in our Duke Otolaryngology of South Durham located in Durham, NC to be an integral member of the healthcare team to provide direct and indirect care to patients. JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Room Patients and intake to include medications, history and vital signs. Complete orders as per provider: Suture/Staple removal Medication Preparation and Administration Specimen collection s Delegate tasks and supervise activities of other licensed and unlicensed care providers. Set-up and assist with various ENT related procedures. High Level disinfection and instrument sterilization Team Inbasket message management Calling patients with results Cardiac clearance for surgical procedures FMLA/Disability, Work excuse Assisting with Provider InBasket management Review future clinic schedules, communicate with patients for upcoming appointments and procedures, gathering necessary imaging. Assist with Triage coverage when Triage RN unavailable– answering calls, inbasket messages, medication refills, prior authorizations. Clean and stock rooms. Monitor for supply and medication expirations dates. Unbox ordered supplies and confirm inventory. Preoperative / Postoperative Education: Provides educational materials, reviews pre-op instructions and ensures understanding of post-op care and recovery expectations. Perform other related duties incidental to the work described herein set by leadership team. JOB ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS Work requires graduation from an accredited Associate's Degree in Nursing or Nursing Diploma program. All registered nurses without a Bachelor's degree in Nursing (or higher) are encouraged to enroll in an appropriate BSN program within two years of their start date but must complete the BSN program within seven years of their start date Exception: Registered nurses hired between July 1, 2014 and April 11, 2021 without a Bachelor's degree in Nursing (or higher) are encouraged to enroll in an appropriate BSN program within two years of their start date but must complete the program within seven years of their start date. Registered nurses hired before July 1, 2014 are not required to enroll in a BSN program to remain in this job classification. 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.