New Grad Registered Nurse, Intermediate/Stepdown Units Float Pool
About The Position
Duke University Health System seeks to hire an experienced Registered Nurse who will embrace our mission of Advancing Health Together. Our team is active in delivering exemplary care for each patient to ensure an excellent patient experience, every time. The Duke University Health System Nursing Float Pool team provides patient care, support and cares for a variety of patients on our Intermediate/Stepdown Units. Nurses in these units would work as a part of a multidisciplinary team and have the opportunity to participate in rounds on their patients. Nurse: Patient ratio averages 1:3 through 1:6 dependent on acuity and the unit is staffed with a standing charge nurse and Health Unit Coordinator 24/7. Nursing Care Assistants are on the unit 7a-7p and 7p to 7a. Ideal candidates will have a passion for teamwork, demonstrate accountability and have an appreciation for family-center care. In the Float Pool, it is embedded in our staff to “rise to the challenge and adapt to situations.” Due to the extensive training received in each area, our staff continue to be clinical experts, offering a broad skillset and range of knowledge throughout the various patient populations. Unlike other health systems in the area, Duke offers the same benefits to Float Pool staff as Department dedicated staff. The float pool offers a dynamic opportunity for a wide range of experiences in order to build your career. Multitask in myriad ways – document assessments, plan of care, interventions, evaluation and re-evaluation of patient status, assess nursing needs of acute and chronically ill patients, independently seek out resources and work collaboratively. Educate patients and families in accordance with the nursing plan of care. Relationship management with patients, families, visitors, healthcare team, physicians, administrators, leadership and others.
Requirements
- Graduation from an accredited Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing (or higher) 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.
- Current registration with North Carolina State Board of Nursing as a registered professional nurse OR current compact RN licensure to practice in the state of North Carolina required.
- BLS Certification required.
Benefits
- Float Pool RN Premium of $5.00 per hour.
- Paid Training: On average 4 weeks for Experienced RN; on average 14 weeks for New Grads of paid orientation depending on level of experience.
- Opportunities for a Lifetime. Duke University Health System is committed to providing robust learning and development from Office of Continuing Education.
- Career Ladder Advancement
- Tuition Assistance
- Up to $25,000 Nurse Loan Forgiveness - ALL full-time (at least 0.75 FTE) RN positions are eligible.
- Relocation assistance available for Nurses relocating greater than 50 miles to Durham, NC.
- Employee Referral Program
- Nursing Specialty Certification Bonus
- Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Employee Pension plan and much more.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
