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Job Summary: Registered Nurse - Travel/Contract

Location: Durham, North Carolina
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Requirements

Experience: Minimum 1 year of nursing experience
Licensure: North Carolina (NC) or Compact nursing license in hand
Certifications:
- BLS (Basic Life Support)
- PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support)
Prior Travel Experience: Not required (First-timers are welcome)
Work Schedule:
- Weekend requirement: Every other weekend
- Floating required
Local Candidates: Accepted within 75 miles

Orientation & Training

Orientation sessions held bi-weekly
Flu vaccination is mandatory; no exemptions or declinations accepted

Compliance & Documentation Requirements

Background checks including SSN trace, county checks for past 7 years, sex offender, international searches (if applicable), education verification, EPLS/GSA/SAM, HHS/OIG, OFAC sanctions list search
Physical exam within 12 months of start
Negative TB test or chest X-ray within 12 months (with specific protocols for positive history)
Immunizations required:
- Flu vaccine (seasonal, mandatory)
- Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap (every 10 years)
- Measles, Mumps, Rubella (vaccines or positive titers, no exemptions)
- Hepatitis B (titer, vaccine series, or declination)
- Varicella (2 vaccines or positive titer)
- Polio vaccine or attestation
Drug testing: Negative 10-panel within 30 days of start (no instant tests)
Two professional references from employment within last 12 months (one must be a supervisor)
Employment application and skills checklist (updated annually)

Additional Notes

Candidates must set up a Duke Guest Account prior to clearance to access orientation and work systems
Competency exams and unit-specific training required
Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) training provided during orientation (valid for 2 years)
Pass/fail testing on EKG/medication knowledge during orientation (not required for RRTs)
All required documents must be current and compliant with Duke Health policies

This position is suitable for nurses seeking a travel/contract role with a reputable healthcare system in North Carolina, offering structured orientation and comprehensive compliance requirements.

Facility

Duke University Hospital

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Short Term Acute Care
940 beds

ADDRESS2301 Erwin RoadDurham, NC 27710

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About Durham, NC

As a Travel Pediatric Nurse in Durham, NC here's what you should know:

Cost of Living

The cost of living in Durham is slightly lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
Wages generally match up well with the cost of living.

Weather

Durham experiences hot and humid summers with average highs around 89°F and mild winters with average lows around 30°F.

Furnished Housing

Short-term rentals and furnished housing options are readily available in Durham, making it easy for travel nurses to find suitable accommodations.

Transportation

Durham is fairly car-friendly, but it also has a public transportation system including buses and a light rail system for easy commuting.

Demographics

Durham is a diverse city with a wide range of age groups.
Common health issues include allergies and asthma due to pollen.
There is a growing population of travel nurses in the area.

Things to Do

Durham offers a vibrant food scene with diverse restaurants, a thriving arts and music community, opportunities for sports enthusiasts, and plenty of outdoor activities including hiking and biking trails.

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