Duke Health·Durham, North Carolina
Plan and provide professional nursing care for critically ill pediatric patients while supervising care team members. Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams and advocate for patient needs within a Level I Trauma Center.
2301 Erwin Rd, Durham, NC 27705. The Duke Pediatric Intensive Care Unit is a 16-bed unit in Duke Central Tower (2B) at Duke University Hospital, a Level I Trauma Center. The unit specializes in cardiovascular surgery, respiratory failure, neurosurgery, stem cell transplantation, immunodeficiencies, hematologic and oncologic emergencies, sepsis, multi-organ system dysfunction, and congenital heart disease. Advanced treatment options include extracorporeal life support (ECMO), high-frequency ventilation, nitric oxide therapy, and non-invasive ventilation. Orientation lasts 8 to 16 weeks, depending on experience.
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Must be a graduate of an accredited nursing program with a current North Carolina or compact state RN license. BLS certification is required, and non-BSN nurses must enroll in a BSN program within two years of hire.
Market context
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.