Registered Nurse

23 hours ago

Durham, United States Duke Health Full time

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 and is the number one hospital in North Carolina, according to U.S. News and World Report for 2023-2024. Duke University Hospital is the largest of Duke Health's three hospitals and features 1048 patient beds, 65 operating rooms, as well as comprehensive diagnostic and therapeutic facilities, including a regional emergency/trauma center, an endo-surgery center, and more.



Registered Nurse (Experienced) – Duke University Hospital – Neurosurgery Operating Room


* Newly Hired RNs (with at least one year of Nursing experience) will be eligible to receive a $15,000 commitment bonus that will be paid out over 24 months.


*** Relocation assistance available ***


*** Eligible for up to $25,000 student loan forgiveness from your first Nursing degree ***


15% OR RN premium added to base pay


Preferred Qualification: 3+ Year Operating Room Experience (including scrub experience). Trauma experience preferred but not required.



Neurosurgery Operating Room (OR) Unit Description


The Neurosurgery Operating Room at Duke University Hospital is a highly specialized unit focused on providing comprehensive surgical care for patients with disorders affecting the brain, spine, and peripheral nervous system. The unit is equipped with the latest neurosurgical technology, including intraoperative imaging, intraoperative MRI suites (iMRI), stereotactic systems, and advanced neuronavigational tools to ensure precision and safety during complex surgeries.


Common Procedures and Surgeries
• Craniotomy
• Spinal Fusion
• Laminectomy
• Microdiscectomy
• Endoscopic Pituitary Tumor Removal
• Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS)
• Ventriculoperitoneal (VP) Shunt Placement
• Aneurysm Clipping or Coiling
• Arteriovenous Malformation (AVM) Resection
• Chiari Malformation Decompression
• Spinal Tumor Resection
• Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) Surgery
• Peripheral Nerve Surgeries
• Epilepsy Surgery
• Trigeminal Neuralgia Surgery


The unit is staffed by a dedicated multidisciplinary team, including neurosurgeons, anesthesiologists, perioperative nurses, surgical technologists, and neuro-monitoring specialists. Each team member plays a critical role in maintaining the highest standards of patient safety and surgical outcomes. The unit's commitment to innovation and precise surgical interventions is enhanced by the use of minimally invasive techniques and robotic-assisted surgery when appropriate.


Our perioperative nurses possess advanced certification in neurosurgical procedures, ensuring expert care in both preoperative preparation and intraoperative support. Post-surgery, they assist in stabilizing patients and ensuring smooth transitions to neuro-critical care or recovery units.


The Neurosurgery OR closely collaborates with other departments, including neuro-oncology, radiology, intensive care, and rehabilitation, providing comprehensive, multidisciplinary care tailored to each patient's unique needs. Duke University Hospital's Neurosurgery department is renowned for its leadership in neurosurgical care, research, and patient outcomes, setting a national standard for excellence in the field.


Knowledge, Skills, Education, and Experience Required:


• Previous work experience (1+ years) as a clinical nurse is preferred; at least one year of prior work experience as a registered nurse is required for a CN2 role.
• Graduation from an accredited Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (or higher), Associate's Degree in Nursing, or Nursing Diploma program is required.
o RNs 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.


Licensure, Certification or Registration Required:


• Current registration with the North Carolina State Board of Nursing as a registered professional nurse OR current compact RN licensure to practice in the state of North Carolina is required.
• BLS (or higher) certification required.
• Professional specialty certification (preferred).




Duke is an Affirmative Action/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, sexual orientation, or veteran 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 essentialjob 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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