Registered Nurse (RN) Infusion Clinic 3/12s

Job Overview Infusion Clinic 2A seeks a Registered Nurse (RN) who embraces Advanced Health Together. This role provides high‑quality infusion and injection therapies for diverse patient conditions. Department Profile At the Duke Specialty Infusion Center Clinic 2A, we administer infusions and injections for many conditions, ranging from anemia to chronic infections. We also offer time‑sensitive add‑on infusions that often eliminate the need for an emergency room visit. Hours 36 hours a week, 3‑12 hour shifts (07:45 – 20:15), with rotating weekends. Location Duke Clinic, 30 Duke Medicine Cir, Clinic 2A, Durham, NC 27710‑3000 Responsibilities Plan, provide, supervise, and document professional nursing care utilizing the nursing process for patients in accordance with physician orders and established policies and procedures. Use professional nursing judgment to individualize the plan of care based on assessment of the patient’s baseline needs and response to care. Delegate tasks and supervise the activities of other licensed and unlicensed care providers. Assist other nursing personnel in the delivery of nursing care and act as team leader or charge nurse for a group of patients or an entire unit as assigned. Monitor and initiate corrective action to maintain the environment of care, including equipment and material resources. Participate in own professional development by maintaining required competencies, identifying learning needs, and seeking appropriate assistance or educational offerings. Act as preceptor and support the development of other staff and formal learners. Participate in the identification of clinical or operational performance improvement opportunities and in performance improvement activities. Perform other related duties incidental to the work described herein. Experience Twelve months of appropriate clinical experience is required. At the manager’s discretion, employees with six months of experience who are exceptional performers may be eligible for this level. CN Is are eligible for promotion to CN II by meeting criteria set forth by the DUHS Vizient Nurse Residency Program within 12 months of hire. Promotions can occur at 12 months of hire, but no later than 18 months of hire. Education, Degrees, Licensure, and/or Certification 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 complete the program within seven years of their start date. RNs hired at Duke Health with a valid compact license are required to obtain their North Carolina nursing license within 90 days of their start date. BLS required. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Knowledge of the scope of the registered nurse, licensed practical nurse and NCA. Knowledge of and appropriate application of the nursing process. Knowledge of professional theory, practice, and procedure. Ability to assess nursing needs of acute and chronically ill patients and their families. Ability to independently seek out resources and work collaboratively. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships. Ability to communicate clearly with patients, families, visitors, healthcare team, physicians, administrators, leadership, and others. Ability to teach patients and families in accordance with the nursing plan of care. Ability to use sensory and cognitive functions to process and prioritize information, treatment, and follow‑up. Ability to document and communicate pertinent information using computer and/or paper documentation tools; ability to use fine motor skills. Competent in BLS and/or other specialized life support requirements designated by work area or organization. Ability to record activities, document assessments, plan of care, interventions, evaluation and re‑evaluation of patient status. Ability to use computer and learn new software programs. Ability to navigate the entity to provide clinical care for patients. Ability to withstand prolonged standing and walking. Ability to remain focused and organized. Working knowledge of procedures and techniques involved in administering routine and special treatments to patients. Working knowledge of infection control procedures and safety precautions. Working knowledge and completion of appropriate JCAHO and other regulatory requirements. Pre‑employment Physical Capacity Testing required. Distinguishing Characteristics of this Level N/A Equal Opportunity Employer Statement 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. 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr Duke Clinical Research Institute