Experienced RN - Labor and Delivery Unit

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 Hospital

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 the four Duke Health hospitals with 1,062 patient beds, it features comprehensive diagnostic and therapeutic facilities, including a regional emergency/trauma center and an endo-surgery center.

Duke Nursing Highlights

• 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).
• Ask about $7,500.00 Commitment Bonus.
• Relocation available for New and Experienced RNs.
• Up to $25,000 student loan forgiveness.

Department Profile

Our 23-bed Antenatal & High-Risk Postpartum Unit cares for pregnant and postpartum patients requiring close monitoring due to medical, obstetric, or fetal complications. We support a diverse patient population with conditions such as preeclampsia, placenta previa, preterm labor, multifetal gestations, surgical/post-cesarean recovery, and medically complex postpartum needs. Our team promotes compassionate, family-centered care while delivering high-acuity clinical services.

Responsibilities

The Antenatal & High-Risk Postpartum RN provides skilled, evidence-based nursing care to pregnant and postpartum patients experiencing high-risk conditions. This role includes:

• Continuous assessment of patients.
• Medication management, including high-alert medications.
• Patient education.
• Collaboration with multidisciplinary teams to support optimal maternal and fetal outcomes.

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. Responsibilities include:

• 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.
• Planning and providing advanced and/or specialized nursing care for patients guided by the DUHS Professional Practice model.
• Participating in the clinical ladder program, educational activities, departmental committees, research projects, or other health-related projects as assigned.
• Providing nursing services to patients and families in accordance with the scope of the RN as defined by the North Carolina Board of Nursing.
• Adhering to all rules and regulations of all applicable local, state, and federal agencies and accrediting bodies.
• Actively participating in outstanding customer service and accepting responsibility in maintaining relationships that are equally respectful to all.

Requirements

• Previous work experience (1+ years) as a clinical nurse is required.
• Graduation from an accredited Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing (or higher), Associate's Degree in Nursing, or Nursing Diploma program is required.

Qualifications for Experienced RNs

Education:

• Work requires graduation from an accredited BSN program.
• Exception: Registered nurses hired between July 1, 2014, and April 11, 2021, without a Bachelor's degree in Nursing (or higher) are encouraged to enroll in an appropriate BSN program within two years of their start date but must complete the program within five years of their start date.
• Registered nurses hired before July 1, 2014, are not required to enroll in a BSN program to remain in this job classification.
• Alternatively, work requires graduation from an accredited Associate's Degree in Nursing or Nursing Diploma program. All registered nurses without a Bachelor's degree in Nursing (or higher) are encouraged to enroll in an appropriate BSN program within two years of their start date but must complete the BSN program within seven years of their start date.

Experience:

• Twelve months of appropriate clinical experience is required.
• At a manager's discretion, employees with 6 months of experience who are exceptional performers may be eligible for this level.

Degrees, Licensures, Certifications:

• Must have current or compact RN licensure in the state of North Carolina.
• BLS required.

Schedule

Full Time: Night Shift - 12 hour shifts.

Benefits

• Relocation Assistance (based on eligibility).
• $7,500.00 Commitment Bonus.
• Up to $25,000 student loan forgiveness.