Registered Nurse (RN) - Inpatient Surgical Oncology - Night Shift
Work Arrangement: On-Site
Requisition Number: 273050
Regular or Temporary: Regular
Location:
Raleigh, NC, US, 27710
Personnel Area: DUKE RALEIGH CAMPUS
Date: Sep 8, 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 experienced nurses!
Qualifying candidates will receive a $15,000 commitment bonus
Department Summary:
Duke Raleigh Campus's South Pavilion 4700 is a 32-bed Stepdown unit that
primarily admits patients for pre- and post-operative care. Our main surgical
population includes head & neck, cardiothoracic, breast, GI, GYN, urology,
vascular and plastics. The unit offers opportunities to practice a wide range
of skills, including chest tube and drain management, tube feedings, TPN and
central line management, trach care, free flaps, pain management utilizing
PCAs and epidurals, complex wound care. It is part of the Duke Cancer
Institute, providing comprehensive cancer treatment to patients in Wake County
and beyond across both inpatient and ambulatory settings.
Work Hours & Shifts:
12-hour shifts
Weekend expectation: a minimum of 60 hours per 8-week schedule
Major holidays are assigned upon hire on a 3-year rotating schedule
General Description of the Job Class
Independently plan and provide professional nursing care for patients in
accordance with physician orders 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.
Duties and Responsibilities of this Level
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 and act as
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 resources.
Participate in own professional development by maintaining required
competencies, identifying learning needs and seeking appropriate
assistance or educational offerings.
Act as preceptor and support the development of other staff and formal
learners.
Participate in the identification of clinical or operational performance
improvement opportunities and in performance improvement activities.
Perform other related duties incidental to the work described herein.
Required Qualifications at this Level
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 seven 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.
Experience
1-2 years of nursing experience in a hospital or ambulatory setting
preferred
Degrees, Licensure, and/or Certification
Must have current or compact RN licensure in the state of North Carolina.
BLS required.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Knowledge of scope of the registered nurse, licensed practical nurse and
unlicensed staff
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 use fine motor skills
Competent in BLS and/or other specialized life support requirements
designated by work area
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
Able to document and communicate pertinent information using computer
and/or paper documentation tools
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 The Joint Commission
(TJC) and other regulatory requirements
Pre-employment Physical Capacity Testing 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 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
