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Registered Nurse (RN) PACU-Duke Regional Hospital

Duke UniversityDurham, North CarolinaPosted Jul 24, 2026

Compensation

Not listed

Type

Full-time

Location

Durham, North Carolina

Posted

Jul 24, 2026

Requirements Summary

Candidates must have at least one year of previous work experience as a registered nurse and hold a degree from an accredited nursing program. A current North Carolina or compact RN license and BLS certification are required.

Core Responsibilities

The Registered Nurse is responsible for providing and supervising direct and indirect nursing care for patients in a patient-centered atmosphere. They will utilize the nursing process to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate care while participating in departmental committees and health-related projects.

Key Skills

Registered NursePACUPatient CareNursing ProcessClinical NursingBLS CertificationCritical CareEmergency NursingPatient AssessmentNursing Care PlanningCustomer Service

Government Experience

  • Federal Government Experience: federal agencies
  • Government Experience Preferred: federal agencies

Full Job Description

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. About Duke Regional Hospital Pursue your passion for caring with Duke Regional Hospital in Durham, North Carolina, which ranks as the number four hospital in the Raleigh-Durham, North Carolina area, according to U.S. News and World Report for 2023-2024. Duke Regional Hospital is the second largest of Duke Health's three hospitals and offers a comprehensive range of medical, surgical, and diagnostic services, including orthopedics, weight-loss surgery, women's services, and heart and vascular services.  Clinical Nurse II  – PACU Duke University Health System- Duke Regional Hospital - PACU seeks to hire a Clinical Nurse II (Registered Nurse) who will embrace our mission of Advancing Health Together. ICU, PACU or ED experience highly preferred.   Work Hours & Shifts: THREE, 12-hr shifts; Monday-Friday: On-call requirements discussed during interview   Job Summary:  As a Clinical Nurse with Duke University Health System, you will make providing service your priority while caring for the whole person in a patient-centered atmosphere. The Clinical Nurse (RN) is responsible for providing and supervising direct and indirect total nursing care 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.   Knowledge, Skills, Education, and Experience Required: Previous work experience (1+ years) as a clinical nurse is preferred; at least one year previous work experience as a registered nurse is required for a CN2 role. 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 Licensure, Certification or Registration 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. Professional specialty certification (preferred). 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. 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. To achieve this exchange, it is essential that all members of the community feel secure and welcome, that the contributions of all individuals are respected, and that all voices are heard. All members of our community have a responsibility to uphold these values. Essential Physical Job Functions: Certain jobs at Duke University and Duke University Health System may include essential job functions that require specific physical and/or mental abilities. Additional information and provision for requests for reasonable accommodation will be provided by each hiring department.

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