Registered Nurse (New Grad RN) Cardiothoracic Step Down Unit 3300

Are you a compassionate and dedicated nursing professional looking for an opportunity to start your career in a dynamic and prestigious healthcare institution? Duke University is seeking a Registered Nurse (New Grad RN) to join our Cardiothoracic Step Down Unit 3300. This unit provides specialized care for patients recovering from cardiothoracic surgeries, including heart and lung transplants. As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to learn and grow in a supportive and collaborative environment while making a positive impact on our patients' lives. We are seeking a driven individual with a passion for patient care and a strong desire to develop their skills in this specialized field. If this sounds like you, we welcome you to apply for this exciting opportunity at Duke University.

1. Provide compassionate and dedicated nursing care to patients recovering from cardiothoracic surgeries, including heart and lung transplants.
2. Adhere to all hospital policies and procedures, as well as state and federal regulations, in providing safe and high-quality patient care.
3. Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members to develop and implement individualized care plans for patients.
4. Monitor and assess patients' physical and emotional well-being, and provide appropriate interventions and support as needed.
5. Administer medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians, and accurately document all patient information in medical records.
6. Communicate effectively with patients and their families, providing education and support to promote understanding and compliance with treatment plans.
7. Participate in ongoing training and professional development opportunities to enhance knowledge and skills in cardiothoracic nursing.
8. Maintain a clean and organized work environment, following infection control protocols to ensure patient safety.
9. Serve as a patient advocate, ensuring that patient rights and preferences are respected and upheld.
10. Act as a role model for new graduate nurses, providing mentorship and support as they navigate their first steps in their nursing career.

According to JobzMall, the average salary range for a Registered Nurse (New Grad RN) Cardiothoracic Step Down Unit 3300 in Durham, NC, USA is $62,000 - $82,000 per year. This range may vary depending on factors such as education, experience, and location. It is important to note that salaries may also be affected by the specific employer and their compensation policies.

Duke University is a private research university in Durham, North Carolina. Founded by Methodists and Quakers in the present-day town of Trinity in 1838, the school moved to Durham in 1892. In 1924, tobacco and electric power industrialist James Buchanan Duke established The Duke Endowment and the institution changed its name to honor his deceased father, Washington Duke. Duke's campus spans over 8,600 acres (3,500 hectares) on three contiguous sub-campuses in Durham as well as a marine lab in Beaufort. The West Campus—designed largely by architect Julian Abele—incorporates Gothic architecture with the 210-foot (64-meter) Duke Chapel at the campus' center and highest point of elevation, is adjacent to the Medical Center. East Campus, 1.5 miles (2.4 kilometers) away, home to all first-years, contains Georgian-style architecture. The university administers two concurrent schools in Asia, Duke-NUS Medical School in Singapore (established in 2005) and Duke Kunshan University in Kunshan, China (established in 2013).