Registered Nurse (RN) Cardiology SDU

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About Duke University Hospital

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 Duke Health's four hospitals with 1062 patient beds, it features comprehensive diagnostic and therapeutic facilities, including a regional emergency / trauma center, an endo-surgery center, and more.

Clinical Nurse RN - Duke University Hospital 7300 Cardiology Stepdown Unit

Duke University Health System- Duke University Hospital seeks to hire an experienced Registered Nurs e or a NEW GRAD who will embrace our mission of Advancing Health Together.

Department Profile :

The 7300 Cardiology Stepdown Unit at Duke University Hospital is comprised of 31 beds. Cardiology Step Down provides care for cardiology medicine patients with a range of diagnoses.The patient population includes but is not limited to the care of acute coronary syndrome, post cardiac catheterization, electrophysiology procedures, dysrhythmias, heart failure, heart transplant workups and congenital heart disease.These patients require high acuity care and many come directly from the ICU, post procedures or outside hospitals requiring an increased level of care.Many times, these patients encompass a multi-system involvement which can include but is not limed to pulmonary, renal, endocrine and neurology.The environment is fast paced, challenging and a great place to promote and develop your critical thinking skills with many opportunities for professional growth. Our team is active in delivering exemplary care for each patient to ensure an excellent patient experience, every time.

Work Hours & Shifts :

Full Time : 7am-7pm / 7pm-7am 12-hour days and nights rotating shifts

• Straight shift option available after orientation for experienced nurses based on unit availability

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 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.

Duties and Responsibilities of this Level :

Knowledge, Skills, Education, and Experience Required :

Licensure, Certification or Registration Required :

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