Experienced RN - Labor and Delivery Unit

Duke Careers•Durham, NC

5d•Onsite

About The Position

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. Pursue your passion for caring with Duke University Hospital in Durham, North Carolina, which is consistently ranked among the best in the United States. The largest of the Duke Health hospitals with 1062 patient beds, it features comprehensive diagnostic and therapeutic facilities, including a regional emergency/trauma center, an endo-surgery center, and more. Duke University Hospital seeks to hire an experienced Registered Nurse who will embrace our mission of Advancing Health Together. Our 23-bed Antenatal & High-Risk Postpartum Unit cares for pregnant and postpartum patients requiring close monitoring due to medical, obstetric, or fetal complications. We support a diverse patient population with conditions such as preeclampsia, placenta previa, preterm labor, multifetal gestations, surgical/post-cesarean recovery, and medically complex postpartum needs. Our team promotes compassionate, family-centered care while delivering high-acuity clinical services. The Antenatal & High-Risk Postpartum RN provides skilled, evidence-based nursing care to pregnant and postpartum patients experiencing high-risk conditions. This role includes continuous assessment, medication management (including high-alert medications), patient education, and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams to support optimal maternal and fetal outcomes.

Requirements

Previous work experience (1+ years) as a clinical nurse is required.
Graduation from an accredited Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing (or higher), Associate's Degree in Nursing or Nursing Diploma program is required.
Twelve months of appropriate clinical experience is required.
Must have current or compact RN licensure in the state of North Carolina.
BLS required.

Nice To Haves

At a manager's discretion, employees with 6 months of experience who are exceptional performers may be eligible for this level.
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 five 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.
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.

Responsibilities

Utilizing the nursing process (assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating) in achieving the goals of the nursing department.
Plan and provide advanced and/or specialized nursing care for patients in guided by DUHS Professional Practice model.
Participate in the clinical ladder program, educational activities, departmental committees, research projects or other health related projects as assigned.
Provide nursing services to patients and families in accordance with the scope of the RN as defined by the North Carolina Board of Nursing.
Adheres to all rules and regulations of all applicable local, state and federal agencies and accrediting bodies.
Actively participates in outstanding customer service and accepts responsibility in maintaining relationships that are equally respectful to all.