Registered Nurse (RN) - Inpatient Surgical Oncology - Nights

Registered Nurse (RN) - Inpatient Surgical Oncology - Nights

Work Arrangement: On-Site Location: Raleigh, NC, US, 27710 Personnel Area: DUKE RALEIGH CAMPUS

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Duke Raleigh Hospital, A Campus of Duke University Hospital - Inpatient Unit 4700 - Surgical Oncology is seeking a Registered Nurse who embraces Advancing Health Together. Accepting new grads and experienced nurses! $15,000 Commitment Bonus for Qualified Candidates!

Department Summary: Duke Raleigh Campus's South Pavilion 4700 is a 32-bed unit and primarily admits patients for pre- or post-operative care. Our main surgical populations include head & neck, cardiothoracic, breast, GI, GYN, urology, vascular and plastics. There are opportunities to practice a wide variety of skills such as chest tube and other drain management, tube feedings, trach care, pain management with PCAs/epidurals, wound care, etc. The unit is part of Duke Cancer Institute of Wake County, which provides comprehensive cancer treatment for patients in Wake County receiving care across the continuum of inpatient and ambulatory settings.

Work Hours & Shifts: 12-hour shifts (7P to 7A Nights) Weekend expectation: up to 96 hours per 8-week schedule Major holidays are assigned upon hire on a 3 year rotating schedule

Job Duties: Plan and provide professional nursing care for patients in accordance with the scope of the RN as defined by the North Carolina Board of Nursing. 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. Observe activities of nursing staff and make recommendations to nursing management for improvement in the quality and effectiveness of nursing care given.

Required Qualifications at this Level: No experience required. All CNIs will be enrolled in and must complete the DUHS Nurse Residency Program within 12 months of hire. CNIs are required to meet criteria set forth by the DUHS Nurse Residency Program within 18 months of hire to be promoted to CNII. 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. Nurses 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 scope of the registered nurse, licensed practical nurse and NCA. Knowledge of professional theory, practice, and procedure. Ability to assess nursing needs of acute and chronically ill patients and their families. 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

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