Registered Nurse (New Grad RN) - Cardiothoracic Stepdown

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Clinical Nurse RN - Duke University Hospital 6 East Cardiothoracic Stepdown Unit

Duke University Health System- Duke University Hospital seeks to hire a New Graduate Registered Nurse who will embrace our mission of Advancing Health Together.

Department Profile :

The 6 East Cardiothoracic Stepdown Unit at Duke University Hospital (located in the Duke Medical Plaza) comprises of 24 beds.

Cardiothoracic Stepdown provides care for adult patients who are transitioning from the Cardiothoracic ICU. The patients require high acuity care with diagnoses such as pre- and post-cardiothoracic surgery, coronary artery bypass grafts, heart valve repair and replacements, aortic and aneurysm repairs, wedge resections, lobectomies, heart transplants, lung transplants, and ventricular assist devices. The environment is fast-paced, where you will develop critical thinking skills while surrounded by opportunities for professional growth. Our team is dedicated to delivering exemplary care for each patient, ensuring an excellent experience every time.

Work Hours & Shifts :

Full Time : 7 am-7 pm / 7 pm-7 am 3,12-hour days and nights, rotating shifts

Duties and Responsibilities of this Level

Required Qualifications at this Level

Education

Experience

Required at least 1 Year of experience as RN for experienced RNs.

No experience required for new grad RNs.

Degrees, Licensure, and / or Certification

Must have current or compact RN licensure in the state of North Carolina or compact license in participating state.

BLS required, but may be renewed during orientation if not current

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

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