New Grad RN - 7100 Cardiology SDU

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 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 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 6000 + registered nurses
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Relocation Assistance (based on eligibility)

Registered Nurse (New Grad RN) – 7100 - Cardiology Stepdown Unit

Hiring Incentives

Up to $25,000 Nurse Loan Forgiveness
Relocation assistance available for Nurses relocating greater than 50 miles to Durham, NC.

Duke University Health System – Duke University Hospital
Location: Durham, NC
Schedule: Full Time | Rotating 12‑hour Shifts (7a–7p / 7p–7a)

Grow Your Nursing Career with One of the Nation’s Best Hospitals

Duke University Hospital is seeking motivated New Graduate Registered Nurses to join our Cardiothoracic Stepdown Unit (7100/7300). As part of Duke Health’s mission of Advancing Health Together, you’ll work in a high-acuity, fast‑paced environment designed to strengthen your clinical skills and support your transition to practice.

About Us – 7100/7300 Cardiology Stepdown Unit

The 7100/7300 Cardiology Stepdown Unit at Duke University Hospital is a 31‑bed, high‑acuity unit caring for a diverse and complex cardiology population. Our team specializes in caring for patients with:

Acute coronary syndromes
Post‑cardiac catheterization recovery
Electrophysiology procedures
Dysrhythmias
Heart failure management
Heart transplant evaluation/workups
Congenital heart disease
Multi‑system involvement, including pulmonary, renal, endocrine, and neurological conditions

Many of our patients arrive directly from the ICU, post‑procedure, or from outside hospitals requiring an elevated level of care.

This is a fast‑paced, challenging, and supportive environment, ideal for new graduate nurses who want to build strong clinical judgment, critical‑thinking skills, and grow professionally. Our team is committed to delivering exemplary care and an excellent patient experience—every patient, every time.

Job Summary

As a Clinical Nurse (RN) at Duke University Health System, you will provide compassionate, patient‑centered care while growing your nursing practice within a supportive and highly skilled team.

You will:

Deliver and supervise direct and indirect nursing care using the nursing process (assessment, planning, implementation, evaluation)
Provide specialized, evidence‑based care aligned with the DUHS Professional Practice Model
Participate in professional development, clinical ladder pathways, unit committees, educational programs, and quality improvement initiatives
Deliver care in accordance with the North Carolina Board of Nursing scope of practice
Uphold regulatory standards and contribute to a respectful, collaborative care environment
Provide exceptional customer service and help maintain positive working relationships across the care team

Duties and Responsibilities

Plan, provide, and document nursing care according to physician orders and established policies
Delegate tasks and supervise licensed and unlicensed care providers
Support other healthcare professionals in delivering high‑quality, coordinated patient care
Assist in maintaining a safe, well‑equipped care environment
Prioritize workload and use available resources to ensure timely, efficient care
Engage in ongoing professional development and maintain required competencies
Support the learning and development of peers, students, and new team members
Participate in performance improvement initiatives and operational enhancements
Perform additional duties as assigned to support patient care

Knowledge, Skills, Education & Experience Required

No experience required for Clinical Nurse I (CNI) – New Graduate RNs welcome
1+ years of nursing experience required for Clinical Nurse II (CNII)
Graduation from an accredited:

Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing (BSN)
Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)
Nursing Diploma program

RNs without a BSN must enroll in a BSN program within 2 years of hire and complete it within 7 years

Licensure & Certification Requirements

Current RN licensure with the North Carolina Board of Nursing or compact RN license (NC licensure required within 60 days of hire)
BLS certification required
Professional specialty certification preferred (not required)

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 onthe 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.

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