PCU/Neuro Stepdown Registered Nurse
Durham, North Carolina
Duke University Hospital

Job Opportunity: Registered Nurse - PCU/Neuro Stepdown

Location: Durham, North Carolina
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Description

• Position: Registered Nurse for Progressive Care Unit (PCU) / Neuro Stepdown
• Targeted Start Date: April 6 (urgent need)
• Floating: May float to Med/Surg, Neuro, Stepdown, PCU units
• Weekend Schedule: Every other weekend
• Blocked Scheduling: Not available
• On-Call: Not required
• First-Time Travelers: Accepted
• Local Candidates: Accepted (within 75 miles)
• Orientation: Bi-weekly sessions
• Scrub Color: Royal Blue
• Flu Vaccine: Required, no exemptions or declinations accepted

Required Qualifications

• Valid RN license in North Carolina
• Minimum 2 years of Progressive Care Unit (PCU) experience, with at least 1 year of PCU experience within the last year
• Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)
• ACLS certification issued by the American Heart Association
• BLS certification issued by the American Heart Association
• NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) certification
• Experience with Epic electronic health record system

Additional Requirements

• Must have completed background checks including:

  • Criminal background check within 90 days
  • EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks within 90 days
  • Education verification as applicable
  • OFAC sanctions list search within 30 days
• Drug testing: Negative 10-panel drug screen (including THC) within 30 days of start
• Health documents required:

  • Physical exam within 12 months
  • Negative TB test or chest x-ray within 12 months
  • Immunizations/vaccinations including Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Hepatitis B, Varicella, Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap, Polio
  • Seasonal flu vaccination (mandatory, no exemptions)
• Two professional references from employment within the last 12 months (at least one supervisor)
• Skills checklist and competency exams as required
• Must set up a guest account prior to clearance for access to orientation and work systems

Notes

• Neuro experience is preferred but not mandatory if the candidate has strong general medicine or surgical nursing experience.
• Candidates must be willing to comply with all health and safety requirements, including mandatory vaccinations and drug testing.
• This role does not require on-call duties or blocked scheduling.
• Candidates new to travel nursing are welcome to apply.

This position offers a structured orientation and support for travel nurses, with a focus on neuro and stepdown care within a progressive care setting.