New Grad Registered Nurse, Critical Care, Float Pool

New Grad Registered Nurse, Critical Care, Float Pool

Work Arrangement:
On-Site

Requisition Number: 265361

Regular or Temporary:
Regular

Location:

Durham, NC, US, 27710

Date:
Jan 22, 2026

Float Pool RN Premium of $5.00 per hour

Work Schedule:

• Rotating Shifts (7A-7P, 7P-7A)
• Three 12-hour shifts each week
• One major and minor holiday for winter and summer holidays

At Duke Health, we are 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 1062 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 6000+ registered nurses
• Quality of Life:
  Living in the Triangle
• Relocation Assistance (based on eligibility)

Duke University Health System Float Pool – Critical Care

Float among various Critical Care Units at Duke University Hospital, Duke Regional Hospital, and Duke Raleigh, a campus of Duke University Hospital

Duke University Health System seeks to hire an experienced Registered Nurse who will embrace our mission of Advancing Health Together. Our team delivers exemplary care for each patient to ensure an excellent patient experience. Our Duke Health culture commitments are: Put People First, Be Clear and Empower, and Adapt to Improve.

Critical Care Nursing Float Pool role
provides patient care and support for a variety of patients on our Critical Care units. Nurses in this department work as part of a multidisciplinary team and have the opportunity to participate in rounds on their patients.

ICU nurse to patient ratios are 1:1 or 1:2 based on acuity. Units are staffed with a charge nurse and Health Unit Coordinator 24/7. Depending on Health System needs, may also float to intermediate/stepdown areas with a 1:3-1:4 ratio based on acuity.

Ideal candidates will have a passion for teamwork, demonstrate accountability and have an appreciation for family-centered care.

In the Float Pool, it is embedded in our staff to “rise to the challenge and adapt to situations.” Due to extensive training in each area, our staff are clinical experts, offering a broad skill set across various patient populations. The float pool provides a dynamic opportunity for a wide range of experiences to build your career.

Clinical Nurse I in Duke University Health System plans and provides professional nursing care for patients in accordance with the medical and nursing plans of care and established policies and procedures. Provide nursing services to patients and families in accordance with the scope of the RN as defined by the North Carolina Board of Nursing.

• Plan, provide, supervise and document professional nursing care utilizing the nursing process for patients in accordance with physician orders and established policies and procedures. Use professional nursing judgment to individualize the plan of care based on assessment of 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 the delivery of nursing care.
• Monitor and initiate corrective action to maintain the environment of care including equipment and material resources.
• Participate in own professional development by maintaining required competencies, identifying learning needs and seeking appropriate assistance or educational offerings.
• Complete a one year Nurse…