Job Description
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 Quality of Life: Living in the Triangle! Relocation Assistance (based on eligibility)
Registered Nurse – Pediatric Transplant & Cellular Therapy/Oncology Duke University Hospital Full Time | Day/Night Rotating | Duke University Health System seeks to hire an experienced Registered Nurse with a passion for high-acuity, relationship-centered pediatric care to join our Pediatric Transplant & Cellular Therapy/Oncology Unit. This team plays a vital role in Duke Children's mission of Advancing Health Together.
Unit Overview This 17-bed blended pediatric specialty unit cares for a unique and complex patient population, including: Stem cell transplant recipients
Cellular therapy patients (including CAR-T)
Pediatric oncology patients with high-risk hematologic malignancies and brain tumors
Children with sickle cell disease, metabolic disorders, and genetic conditions
The unit supports longer-term continuity-based care with an average length of stay of ~30 days, allowing nurses to develop deep and meaningful connections with patients and families. Acuity Level: Transplant & cellular therapy patients: ICU-level (“ICU light”)
Oncology patients: step-down acuity
Staffing & Support Structure RN-to-patient ratio: 1:1 to 1:3 depending on acuity
Free-standing charge nurse 24/7 (no patient assignment)
Health Unit Coordinator 24/7
Nursing Assistants/NCAs on unit daily (7a–7p)
Multidisciplinary rounds with active RN collaboration
What You Will Do As a Clinical Nurse II, you will deliver comprehensive, evidence-based care in alignment with the medical and nursing plans of care. Responsibilities include: Core Responsibilities Perform thorough pediatric assessments and ongoing monitoring of high-acuity transplant, cellular therapy, and oncology patients.
Plan, provide, and document individualized nursing care using the nursing process.
Administer chemotherapy, immunotherapy, and supportive regimens.
Provide central line management (Broviac, Port-A-Cath, PICC).
Administer and monitor blood products.
Identify and respond to early signs of clinical deterioration.
Educate patients and families on treatment, expectations, and home care.
Delegate and supervise care delivered by licensed and unlicensed personnel.
Serve as charge nurse or team leader as needed.
Act as a preceptor and support the growth of new staff and learners.
Contribute to clinical and operational performance improvement initiatives.
Specialized Clinical Skills You Will Develop Chemotherapy certification
Cellular therapy and transplant competencies
Management of: Engraftment syndrome
Graft-versus-host disease (GVHD)
Cytokine Release Syndrome (CRS)
Neurotoxicity (ICANS)
Advanced pediatric critical thinking and interdisciplinary communication
What You Can Expect A fast-paced, highly collaborative environment
Relationship-based nursing with long-term patients and families
Involvement in daily rounds and care planning
Opportunities to grow in one of Duke's highest-acuity pediatric care settings
What We Provide Paid training: 4–6 weeks of orientation based on experience
Clinical Ladder advancement opportunities
Tuition assistance
Specialty certification bonus
Performance increases
Relocation assistance
Employee referral program
Comprehensive benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Pension, and more
Robust professional development through Duke's Office of Continuing Education
What You Will Need Graduation from an accredited BSN, ADN, or Nursing Diploma program
Minimum 1 year of RN experience required
RNs without a BSN must enroll in a BSN program within 2 years and complete it within 7 years
Licensure & Certifications Current NC RN license or compact license
BLS certification required
If you are an experienced RN seeking to grow in a high-acuity pediatric environment—and want to be part of a team that values compassion, competence, and collaboration—we invite you to apply.
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.
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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.
