Registered Nurse (RN) - Inpatient Surgical Oncology - Day Shift
Work Arrangement: On-Site
Requisition Number: 271209
Regular or Temporary: Regular
Location:
Raleigh, NC, US, 27710
Personnel Area: DUKE RALEIGH CAMPUS
Date: Sep 9, 2026
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 Raleigh Hospital, A Campus of Duke University Hospital
Pursue your passion for caring with the Duke Raleigh Campus in Raleigh, North
Carolina. With 204-beds, it is the third largest of the four Duke Health
hospitals and offers a comprehensive array of services, including cancer,
cardiovascular, neuroscience, advanced gastrointestinal, and wound healing
care.
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
Quality of Life: Living in the Triangle!
Relocation Assistance (based on eligibility)
Duke Raleigh Hospital, A Campus of Duke University Hospital - Inpatient Unit
4700 - Surgical Oncology is seeking a Registered Nurse who embraces Advancing
Health Together
Accepting new grads and experiened nurses!
$15,000 Commitment Bonus for Qualified Candidates!
Department Summary:
Duke Raleigh Campus's South Pavilion 4700 is a 32-bed unit and
primarily admits patients for pre- or post-operative care. Our main
surgical populations include head & neck, cardiothoracic, breast, GI, GYN,
urology, vascular and plastics. There are opportunities to practice a wide
variety of skills such as chest tube and other drain management, tube
feedings, trach care, pain management with PCAs/epidurals, wound care,
etc. The unit is part of Duke Cancer Institute of Wake County, which
provides comprehensive cancer treatment for patients in Wake County
receiving care across the continuum of inpatient and ambulatory settings.
Work Hours & Shifts:
12-hour shifts (7A to 7P)
Weekend expectation: up to 96 hours per 8-week schedule
Major holidays are assigned upon hire on a 3 year rotating schedule
Job Duties:
Plan and provide professional nursing care for patients in accordance with
the scope of the RN as defined by the North Carolina Board of Nursing
Perform other related duties incidental to the work described herein.
Assist other nursing personnel in the delivery of nursing care and act
Assist in the development and implementation of general policies and
responses.
Provide direction and guidance in the proper use, care and control of as
assigned with physician orders and established policies and procedures to
include collecting and analyzing patient data, developing and implementing
nursing care plans, establishing interpersonal relationships with
patients, evaluating nursing care given and communicating to proper
personnel relevant facts about patients, action taken and patient as team
leader or charge nurse for a group of patients or an entire unit material
resources; appraise quality and effectiveness of material and equipment
and report results to head nurse; maintain standards of cleanliness in
assigned areas.
Observe activities of nursing staff and make recommendations to nursing
management for improvement in the quality and effectiveness of nursing
care given procedures designed to effect efficiency of operations.
Required Qualifications at this Level.
Experience
No experience required.
All CNIs will be enrolled in and must complete the DUHS Nurse Residency
Program within 12 months of hire.
CNIs are required to meet criteria set forth by the DUHS Nurse Residency
Program within 18 months of hire to be promoted to CNII
Education, Degrees, Licensure, and/or Certification
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
Nurses hired at Duke Health with a valid compact license are required to
obtain their North Carolina nursing license within 90 days of their start
date.
BLS required.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Knowledge of scope of the registered nurse, licensed practical nurse and
NCA
Knowledge of and appropriate application of the nursing process
Knowledge of professional theory, practice, and procedure
Ability to assess nursing needs of acute and chronically ill patients and
their families.
Ability to independently seek out resources and work collaboratively.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
Ability to communicate clearly with patients, families, visitors,
healthcare team, physicians, administrators, leadership and others.
Ability to teach patients and families in accordance with the nursing plan
of care.
Ability to use sensory and cognitive functions to process and prioritize
information, treatment, and follow-up.
Ability to document and communicate pertinent information using computer
and/or paper documentation tools Ability to use fine motor skills.
Competent in BLS and/or other specialized life support requirements
designated by work area or organization.
Ability to record activities, document assessments, plan of care,
interventions, evaluation and re-evaluation of patient status.
Ability to use computer and learn new software programs.
Ability to navigate the entity to provide clinical care for patients.
Ability to withstand prolonged standing and walking.
Ability to remain focused and organized.
Working knowledge of procedures and techniques involved in administering
routine and special treatments to patients.
Working knowledge of infection control procedures and safety precautions
Working knowledge and completion of appropriate JCAHO and other regulatory
requirements
Pre-employment Physical Capacity Testing Required
Distinguishing Characteristics of this Level
N/A
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.
Nearest Major Market: Durham
Nearest Secondary Market: Raleigh
