Registered Nurse - Inpatient Surgical​/Oncology Durham, NC

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.

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 1,062 patient beds, it features comprehensive diagnostic and therapeutic facilities, including a regional emergency/trauma center, an endo-surgery center, and more.

• 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 6,000+ registered nurses
• Quality of Life:
  Living in the Triangle!
• Relocation Assistance (based on eligibility)

9100 Surgical Oncology at Duke University Hospital admits patients who have undergone surgery for a cancer diagnosis. We are a 31‑bed unit caring for intermediate and step‑down level patients. The bonds we build with our patients help foster a trusting environment so that we can appropriately educate and guide them through one of the most challenging times in their lives. We consider it an honor to be there for our patients, their loved ones, and each other when they need it the most.

We provide high‑quality care to four different services:

The 6300 Surgical Oncology unit is a fast‑paced environment constructed of an elite team of enthusiastic surgical oncology registered nurses and nursing care assistants. Our staff have strong assessment skills, value teamwork, and strive to provide excellent patient care. The well‑being of our patients is a top priority. If you seek to gain skills‑sets that will establish a solid foundation for your career, then our surgical oncology unit will be an excellent fit for you.

As a Clinical Nurse with Duke University Health System, you will care 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. The nursing process (assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating) is utilized to achieve the nursing department’s goals. Plan and provide advanced and/or specialized nursing care for patients guided by the DUHS Professional Practice model and 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 under the scope of the R.N. as defined by the North Carolina Board of Nursing. Will adhere to all applicable local, state, and federal government rules and regulations and accrediting bodies. Actively participates in outstanding customer service and accepts responsibility for maintaining relationships that are equally respectful to all.

3‑12 hour shifts – Day, Night, or Rotating Available

Clinical Nurses will plan, provide, supervise and document professional nursing care utilizing the nursing process for patients under physician orders and established policies and procedures. Use professional nursing judgment to individualize the plan of care based on assessing 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 delivering nursing care and act as a 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…