Registered Nurse (RN) - Progressive Care- Nights - Duke Health
Company: Duke Health
Location: Raleigh
Posted on: April 19, 2024
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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 Raleigh
Hospital Pursue your passion for caring with Duke Raleigh Hospital
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 Hospital features 204 inpatient beds and offers a
comprehensive array of services, including cancer, cardiovascular,
neuroscience, advanced gastrointestinal, and wound healing care.
Duke Nursing Highlights: Duke University Health System is
designated as a Magnet organization Nurses from each hospital are
consistently recognized each year as North Carolina's Great 100
Nurses. Duke University Health System was awarded the American
Board of Nursing Specialties Award for Nursing Certification
Advocacy for being strong advocates of specialty nursing
certification. Duke University Health System has 6000 + registered
nurses Quality of Life: Living in theTriangle! Relocation
Assistance (based on eligibility) The Progressive Care Unit (PCU)
is looking for a FT RN to join their team on Night Shift. (7p-7a)
This is a FT role with 3x12 shifts rotating per week and is
eligible for a shift premium. * Previous experience in a stepdown
role, or with cardiac patients preferred* Department Profile: The
Progressive Care Unit is a step down unit for ICU. The patient
population on this unit includes patients with altered mental
status, DKA, respiratory failure, post-cardiac catheterization, and
some post-surgery patients. This is a fast-paced unit where nurses
have the opportunity to learn advanced skills, such as management
of drips including Cardizem, Heparin, and Insulin General
Description of the Job Class Independently plan and provide
professional nursing care for patients in accordance with physician
orders and established policies and procedures. Provide nursing
services to patients and families in accordance with the scope of
the RN as defined by the North Carolina Board of Nursing. Duties
and Responsibilities of this Level Plan, provide, supervise and
document professional nursing care utilizing the nursing process
for patients in accordance with physician orders and established
policies and procedures. Use professional nursing judgment to
individualize the plan of care based on assessment of the patient's
baseline needs and response to care. Delegate tasks and supervise
the activities of other licensed and unlicensed care providers.
Assist other nursing personnel in the delivery of nursing care and
act as team leader or charge nurse for a group of patients or an
entire unit as assigned. Monitor and initiate corrective action to
maintain the environment of care including equipment and material
resources. Participate in own professional development by
maintaining required competencies, identifying learning needs and
seeking appropriate assistance or educational offerings. Act as
preceptor and support the development of other staff and formal
learners. Participate in the identification of clinical or
operational performance improvement opportunities and in
performance improvement activities. Perform other related duties
incidental to the work described herein. Required Qualifications at
this Level Education: Work requires graduation from an accredited
BSN program. Exception: Registered nurses hired between July 1,
2014 and April 11, 2021 without a Bachelor's degree in Nursing (or
higher) are encouraged to enroll in an appropriate BSN program
within two years of their start date but must complete the program
within five years of their start date. Registered nurses hired
before July 1, 2014 are not required to enroll in a BSN program to
remain in this job classification. Experience: Twelve months of
appropriate clinical experience is required. At a manager's
discretion, employees with 6 months of experience who are
exceptional performers may be eligible for this level. CN Is are
eligible for promotion to CN II by meeting criteria set forth by
the DUHS Vizient Nurse Residency Program within 12 months of hire.
Promotions can occur at 12 months of hire, but no later than 18
months of hire. Degrees, Licensure, and/or Certification: Must have
current or compact RN licensure in the state of North Carolina. BLS
required. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Knowledge of scope of
the registered nurse, licensed practical nurse and unlicensed staff
Knowledge of and appropriate application of the nursing process
Knowledge of professional theory, practice and procedure Ability to
assess nursing needs of acute and chronically ill patients and
their families Ability to independently seek out resources and work
collaboratively Ability to establish and maintain effective working
relationships Ability to communicate clearly with patients,
families, visitors, healthcare team, physicians, administrators,
leadership and others Ability to teach patients and families in
accordance with the nursing plan of care Ability to use sensory and
cognitive functions to process and prioritize information,
treatment, and follow-up Ability to use fine motor skills Competent
in BLS and/or other specialized life support requirements
designated by work area Ability to record activities, document
assessments, plan of care, interventions, evaluation and
re-evaluation of patient status Ability to use computer and learn
new software programs Able to document and communicate pertinent
information using computer and/or paper documentation tools Ability
to navigate the entity to provide clinical care for patients
Ability to withstand prolonged standing and walking. Ability to
remain focused and organized Working knowledge of procedures and
techniques involved in administering routine and special treatments
to patients Working knowledge of infection control procedures and
safety precautions Working knowledge and completion of appropriate
The Joint Commission (TJC) and other regulatory requirements
Pre-employment Physical Capacity Testing Required The intent of
this job description is to provide a representative and level of
the types of duties and responsibilities that will be required of
positions given this title and shall not be construed as a
declaration of the total of the specific duties and
responsibilities of any particular position. Employees may be
directed to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically
presented in this description. Duke University is an Affirmative
Action/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, sexual
orientation, or veteran 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. Duke is an Affirmative
Action/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, sexual
orientation, or veteran 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 essentialjob 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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