Registered Nurse (RN) - General Medicine/Progressive Care Unit
Job Description
About the Role
Join Duke Careers as a Registered Nurse (RN) - General Medicine/Progressive Care Unit in United States. 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.
Key Responsibilities
- must complete the DUHS Nurse Residency Program within 12 months Eligibility for promotion to CNII within 18 months based on residency program criteria Licensure & Certifications Current RN licensure in North Carolina or compact state license (NC licensure required within 60 days of start date) BLS certification (may be renewed during orientation) Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Strong understanding of the nursing process and professional nursing practices Ability to assess and meet the needs of acute and chronically ill patients Excellent communication and collaboration skills Ability to remain organized, focused, and adaptable in a high-acuity environment Competency with computer systems and electronic documentation Ability to meet physical requirements, including prolonged standing and walking Working knowledge of infection control, safety protocols, and regulatory standards Joint Commission compliance familiarity Pre‑employment Physical Capacity Testing required 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.
- Provide and document professional nursing care using the nursing process Collaborate with physicians and mul.
Requirements
- Duke aspires to create a community built on collaboration, innovation, creativity, and belonging.
- Our collective success depends on the robust exchange of ideas—an exchange that is best when the rich diversity of our perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences flourishes.
Benefits & Compensation
- Student loan repayment assistance.
Work Schedule
- Full-Time position.
- No explicit call, weekend, or night shift information provided.
This position offers student loan benefits. Work with Duke Careers in United States.
Key Skills
Position Insights
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Registered Nurse (RN) - General Medicine/Progressive Care Unit at Duke Careers a 2.0 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as below average. This places the position in the average range of all General Medicine registered nurse listings evaluated on our platform.
Candidates should carefully assess workload expectations and scheduling demands before applying.
General Medicine — Registered Nurse Career Context
This General Medicine position at Duke Careers is open to registered nurse candidates.
Registered Nurses have diverse career pathways from bedside care to telehealth triage, care coordination, and leadership roles with increasingly flexible scheduling options.
Location & Logistics
This position is based in Durham, North Carolina.
Skills, Responsibilities & Benefits
Key skills and qualifications: Nursing Process, Patient Assessment, Team Collaboration, Delegation, Supervision, Patient Teaching, Performance Improvement, Infection Control. Candidates with experience in these areas may be especially well-suited for this General Medicine role.
Core responsibilities: The Registered Nurse will provide and document professional nursing care utilizing the nursing process, collaborating with physicians and multidisciplinary teams to deliver care. Responsibilities also include delegating tasks, supervising staff, maintaining a safe environment, and teaching patients ...
Benefits package: Relocation Assistance, Nursing Loan Forgiveness, Exceptional Nurse Residency Program, Professional Development, Supportive Leadership, Teamwork Culture. A comprehensive benefits package is an important factor in evaluating total compensation beyond base salary.
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Job Details
Employment Type
Full-time
Posted
1mo ago
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