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Experienced Registered Nurse (RN) - Emergency Department

Duke Careers·Durham, North Carolina

Full TimeOn Site2-5 yrsPosted 19 hours ago
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Experienced Registered Nurse (RN) - Emergency Department

How this role compares

Computed from live listings

  • 555 similar openings in the Durham area · median $48,500
  • 74 days median time this employer’s postings stay open (last 90 days)

About the role

The Registered Nurse is responsible for providing and supervising direct and indirect nursing care using the nursing process to achieve departmental goals. They will provide specialized care for patients in the Emergency Department while participating in clinical committees and educational activities.

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 Regional Hospital

Pursue your passion for caring with Duke Regional Hospital in Durham, North Carolina. With 388 beds it is the second largest of Duke Health's four hospitals and offers a comprehensive range ofmedical, surgical, and diagnostic services, including orthopedics, weight-loss surgery, women's services, and heart and vascular services.

Experienced RNs may be eligible for a $20,000 Commitment Bonus (terms and conditions apply)*

This position is eligible for relocation assistance up to $8,000 (terms and conditions apply)

About Emergency Services Emergency Services at Duke Regional Hospital is a 89-bed department caring primarily for patients experiencing ischemic strokes, non-specific chest pains, acute dyspnea, and other acute diagnoses.

Emergency Services is comprised of three units: the Emergency Department, Behavioral Health Emergency Department, and Clinical Decision Unit.

As part of the team, you’ll have the opportunity to advance your career through bonuses for certifications and education, such as trauma nurse core or emergency nurse pediatric courses.

Emergency Services recently implemented, and continues to refine, an improved intake process designed to improve patient flow and care.

Emergency Services offers self-scheduling in eight-week blocks to help team members find balance between their professional and personal schedules.

Apply today and see where a career with Emergency Services can take you.

Job Summary

As a Experienced Registered Nurse (RN) with Duke University Health System, you will make providing service your priority while caring for the whole person in a patient-centered atmosphere. The Experience Registered 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 in 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.

Work Hours

  • Full
  • Time: 3 - 12 hour

Shifts available

  • 9a-9p
  • 11a-11p
  • 1p-1a

Knowledge, Skills, Education, and Experience Required

  • Previous work experience (1+ years) as a clinical nurse is required; at least one year previous work experience as a registered nurse is required for a Clinical Nurse II role .
  • Graduation from an accredited Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing (or higher), Associate's Degree in Nursing or Nursing Diploma program is required.
  • All registered nurses without a Bachelor's degree in Nursing (or higher) will be required to enroll in an appropriate BSN program within two years of their start date and to complete the program within seven years of their start date

Knowledge, Skills, Education, and Experience Preferred

• 1 year of previous Emergency Department or Critical Care RN experience preferred.

Licensure, Certification or Registration Required

Current registration with North Carolina State Board of Nursing as a registered professional nurse OR current compact RN licensure to practice in the state of North Carolina required.

BLS (or higher) certification required.

Professional specialty certification preferred.

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.

Requirements

Candidates must have at least one year of clinical nursing experience and hold a valid North Carolina or compact RN license. A degree in nursing (Associate's, Bachelor's, or Diploma) is required, with a BLS certification.

  • associate degree
  • bachelor degree
  • Documentation
  • Customer service
  • Patient care
  • Clinical assessment
  • Nursing process
  • Interdisciplinary collaboration
  • Critical care
  • Patient flow management
  • Trauma care
  • Emergency nursing
  • Pediatric emergency care

Benefits

  • Certification bonuses
  • Self-scheduling
  • Education bonuses

Posting details

Employment type
Full Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
2-5 yrs
Location
Durham, North Carolina
Posted
Sep 7, 2026
Application
Employer website
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Duke Careers

Duke Health Technology Solutions is a robust, specialized division of Duke University Health System dedicated to the development and management of enterprise IT systems. A 2018 Davies Award Recipient, Duke Health is nationally recognized for IT and information management as the...

IndustryIT Services and IT Consulting
TypeEducational
Size501-1,000 employees
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North Carolina nursing jobs often reflect steady demand in hospitals, clinics, and long-term care settings, especially for RNs who can provide age-appropriate care across patient populations. These roles are competitive because employers typically want an approved nursing-school graduate with a current North Carolina RN or Compact License and active AHA BLS certification. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save research time, and confirm your license status and BLS renewal before applying.

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