Registered Nurse (RN) - General Surgery / Trauma Stepdown

Duke Careers • Durham, NC

1d • 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. Duke University Hospital in Durham, North Carolina, is consistently ranked among the best in the United States, featuring 1062 patient beds, comprehensive diagnostic and therapeutic facilities, including a regional emergency/trauma center, and an endo-surgery center. Duke University Health System is a Magnet organization, and its nurses are consistently recognized as North Carolina's Great 100 Nurses. The General Surgery & Vascular Trauma Stepdown Unit (3100) is a 32-bed stepdown unit providing exceptional care to acutely ill patients, primarily those with abdominal and vascular surgeries, abdominal oncology, and various trauma patients. This unit offers an opportunity to cultivate critical thinking in a fast-paced environment that promotes team building and fosters learning. It is part of Duke University Hospital's innovation initiative, integrating cutting-edge technologies like smart room capabilities, automated signage, and virtual access, with future enhancements including predictive tools for fall prevention and ambient listening for documentation. Staff are encouraged to foster a culture of innovation and continuous improvement, collaborating across departments to explore solutions like expedited medication delivery, all aimed at improving the patient experience and reducing length of stay. The unit strives to develop foundational nursing skills within an extensive interdisciplinary and supportive team.

Requirements

• Graduation from an accredited Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing (or higher), Associate's Degree in Nursing or Nursing Diploma program is required
• 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 (or higher) certification required
• For Experienced Nurses: Previous work experience (1+ years) as a clinical nurse is required
• All registered nurses without a Bachelor's degree in Nursing 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

Nice To Haves

• Professional specialty certification (for Experienced Nurses)

Responsibilities

• Tracheostomy care and maintenance
• Blood product administration
• Wound care including wound management systems
• Ostomy care and maintenance and patient education
• Management of chest tubes and various drains
• Maintenance of a variety of collars, braces, and orthopedic devices
• Polytrauma mobility
• Post-operative monitoring and care
• Various pain management techniques including Patient Controlled Analgesic (PCA), Epidural pumps, Ketamine, and Lidocaine infusions
• Foley catheter insertion, maintenance, and removal
• Nasogastric tube insertion, maintenance, and removal
• Central and Peripheral IV maintenance and removal
• Administration of oral, intravenous, and via tube medications
• Collection of laboratory specimens, including but not limited to blood and urine
• Cardiac telemetry monitoring
• Parenteral and Enteral nutrition administration
• Coordination of patient and family education

Benefits

• Relocation Assistance (based on eligibility)
• $15,000 commitment bonus (for Newly Hired Experienced RNs)
• Up to $25,000 Nursing Loan Forgiveness for first nursing degree (for Newly Hired RNs)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level