Registered Nurse (RN) - Inpatient Medical Oncology - Night Shift

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 Raleigh Hospital, A Campus of Duke University Hospital Pursue your passion for caring with the Duke Raleigh Campus in Raleigh, North Carolina, which has been part of Duke Health since 1998 and has served Wake County for more than 35 years. Duke Raleigh Campusfeatures 204 inpatient beds and offers a comprehensive array of services, including cancer, cardiovascular, neuroscience, advanced gastrointestinal, and wound healing care.

Duke Raleigh Hospital, A Campus of Duke University Hospital - North Pavilion 5200 (Medical – Surgical Oncology Unit) seeks to hire Registered Nurse who will embrace our mission of Advancing Health Together.

RNs with 1+ years of experience will receive a $15,000 Commitment Bonus!

Unit Summary :

NP 5200 is a 37-bed inpatient adult medical / stepdown oncology unit. Our main patient populations involve symptom management for oncology patients, administration of chemotherapeutic agents, and end-of-life care. Nursing care is provided in collaboration with other departments and disciplines including hospital medicine, surgical services, pharmacy, case management, social work, nurse navigators, dieticians, and chaplain services. The unit is also part of Duke Cancer Institute of Wake County, which provides comprehensive cancer treatment for patients in Wake County receiving care across the continuum of inpatient and ambulatory settings.

Work Hours & Shifts :

• 12-hour shifts (7P to 7A Days)
• Weekend expectation : up to 96 hours per 8-week schedule
• Major holidays are assigned upon hire on a 3 year rotating schedule

Job Summary :

Plan and provide professional nursing care for patients in accordance with physician orders and established policies and procedures.

RNs with no previous oncology / chemo experience will be skilled to administer chemotherapy / immunotherapy within 6-8 months of hire. We offer didactic education and hands-on precepted orientation for chemotherapy / immunotherapy administration based on ONS / APHON guidelines, DUHS policies and procedures, and appropriate evidence in practice standards. RNs will complete the ONS / ONCC Chemotherapy Immunotherapy Certificate Course within 24 months of initial chemotherapy / immunotherapy competency with DUHS.

Job Duties :

Required Qualifications at this Level.

Experience

Education, Degrees, Licensure, and / or Certification

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Distinguishing Characteristics of this Level

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