Experienced Registered Nurse (RN) - Cardiology Stepdown 7300

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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.

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 the Triangle!
• Relocation Assistance (based on eligibility)

Registered Nurse (Experienced RN) – 7300 - Cardiothoracic Stepdown Unit

• Hiring Incentives
• $15,000 Commitment Bonus for eligible experienced RNs- Paid in four equal installments over 24 months (every six months)
• Up to $25,000 Nurse Loan Forgiveness
• Relocation assistance available for Nurses relocating greater than 50 miles to Durham, NC.

Duke University Health System – Duke University Hospital

Location

• Durham,
• NC
• Schedule: Full Time | 12‑Hour Shifts (Days, Nights, or Rotating)

Advance Your Nursing Career at Duke Health

Duke University Hospital—recognized nationally for world‑class patient care, innovation, and nursing excellence—is seeking an Experienced Registered Nurse (RN) to join our exceptional care team. If you’re dedicated to delivering high‑quality, compassionate, evidence‑based care, this is your opportunity to grow within one of the nation’s leading academic health systems.

About Us – 7100/7300 Cardiology Stepdown Unit

• The 7100/7300 Cardiology Stepdown Unit at Duke University Hospital is a 31‑bed, high‑acuity unit caring for a diverse and complex cardiology population. Our team specializes in caring for patients with:
• Acute coronary syndromes
• Post‑cardiac catheterization recovery
• Electrophysiology procedures
• Dysrhythmias
• Heart failure management
• Heart transplant evaluation/workups
• Congenital heart disease
• Multi‑system involvement, including pulmonary, renal, endocrine, and neurological conditions

Many of our patients arrive directly from the ICU, post‑procedure, or from outside hospitals requiring an elevated level of care.

This is a fast‑paced, challenging, and supportive environment, ideal for new graduate nurses who want to build strong clinical judgment, critical‑thinking skills, and grow professionally. Our team is committed to delivering exemplary care and an excellent patient experience—every patient, every time.

About the Role

As an Experienced RN at Duke Health, you will provide comprehensive nursing care that supports the physical, emotional, and educational needs of diverse patient populations. You will serve as both a clinician and a leader—advocating for patients, supporting interdisciplinary collaboration, and contributing to a culture of excellence.

In this role, you will

• Use the nursing process (assessment, planning, implementation, evaluation) to deliver patient‑centered care
• Provide and supervise direct and indirect nursing care
• Support patients and families with clear communication, education, and compassionate service
• Serve as a resource for nursing peers, unlicensed assistive personnel, and learners
• Participate in unit‑based committees, professional development, and quality improvement initiatives
• Uphold regulatory standards and maintain compliance with local, state, and federal guidelines
• Demonstrate professional accountability and a commitment to Duke Health’s values and mission

What We’re Looking For

• Experience
• Minimum 1 year of clinical nursing experience required for Clinical Nurse II (CNII)

Education • Graduation from an accredited

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
• Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)
• Nursing Diploma program
• RNs without a BSN must enroll in a BSN program within 2 years of hire and complete it within 7 years

• Licensure & Certification
• Current RN licensure with the North Carolina Board of Nursing OR compact RN license (NC licensure required within 60 days)
• BLS certification required (ACLS or other specialty credentials preferred depending on the unit)
• Professional specialty certification strongly preferred

• What You’ll Bring
• Strong clinical judgment and critical‑thinking skills
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast‑paced environment
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Commitment to safety, quality, and patient‑centered care
• Organizational skills to prioritize and coordinate care effectively
• Desire to grow professionally through education, mentorship, and clinical advancement opportunities

• Why Join Duke Health?
• Magnet‑designated organization known for nursing excellence
• Tuition assistance and career‑advancement pathways
• Cutting‑edge clinical settings with leading‑edge technologies
• Highly collaborative interprofessional teams
• A culture that values diversity, equity, teamwork, and professional growth

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.