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Registered Nurse (RN)- Pediatric Pre/PostOp-Duke University Hospital-36hrs

Duke Careers·Durham, North Carolina

Full Time·On Site·2-5 yrs·Posted 22 hours ago
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About the role

The Registered Nurse will provide and supervise direct and indirect nursing care for pediatric patients in pre-operative and PACU settings. They are responsible for utilizing the nursing process to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care while adhering to professional practice standards.

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 University HospitalPursue 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.

Clinical Nurse II – Pediatric Preop and PACU Duke University Health System seeks to hire a Clinical Nurse II (RN) Pediatric Preop and PACU who will embrace our mission of Transforming Lives Transforming Care. With over 26,000 patient visits per year, Duke University Hospital’s Perianesthesia Department (PACU) provides world-renowned patient and family centered care. With strengths in teamwork, inter-disciplinary collaboration, and professional respect, we offer a dynamic environment for professional development.

Preferred Qualifications

  • ACLS preferred, PreOp, PACU/Critical experience preferred with Pediatric RN experience. Work Hours & Shifts:THREE, 12-hr shifts - Start times vary 5:30am-9am, Monday to Friday. Weekends and Holidays per unit needs Our Pre op, PACU and Surgical Boarder Units care for patients ranging from ambulatory to ICU levels of care. We focus on technically complex inpatient and outpatient surgeries ranging from transplant to minor ambulatory procedures. Job Summary: As a Clinical Nurse with Duke University Health System, you will make providing service your priority while caring for the whole person in a patient-centered atmosphere. The Clinical 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. Knowledge, Skills, Education, and Experience Required:
  • Previous work experience (1+ years) as a clinical nurse is preferred; at least one year previous work experience as a registered nurse is required for a CN2 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 five years of their start date 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 hold a degree in nursing (Associate's, Diploma, or Bachelor's) and possess a current North Carolina or compact RN license. At least one year of clinical nursing experience is required, with preference given to those with pediatric, PreOp, or PACU experience.

  • associate degree
  • bachelor degree
  • Teamwork
  • PACU
  • Patient-centered care
  • Nursing process
  • BLS certification
  • Patient assessment
  • ACLS certification
  • Critical care
  • Surgical support
  • Pediatric nursing
  • Preoperative care
  • Inter-disciplinary collaboration

Benefits

  • Professional development
  • Clinical ladder program
  • Educational activities
  • Committee participation

Posting details

Employment type
Full Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
2-5 yrs
Location
Durham, North Carolina
Posted
Jul 29, 2026
Application
Employer website
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Hiring organization

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...

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IndustryIT Services and IT Consulting
TypeEducational
Size501-1,000 employees
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