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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.
Duke Health Integrated Practice
https://careers.dukehealth.org/us/en/dhip
Duke Health Integrated Practice comprises more than 110 primary and specialty outpatient clinics, extending the reach of the Duke Health mission across the state of North Carolina.
Clinical Nurse II
Job Location:
Duke Cardiology of Cary, 100 Duke Health Cary Pl, Suite 410, Cary, NC
Job Summary:
We are seeking a CLINICAL NURSE II to be an integral member of the healthcare team and provide direct and indirect care to patients.
Job Duties and Responsibilities:
- Perform patient intake including: obtaining vital signs, administering survey tools, conducting educational assessments (patients/guardians), assisting patients with ambulation/toileting, reviewing patient medications
- Completing procedural tasks including: administering vaccinations and medications according to protocols and provider orders, specimen collection and correct labeling, assisting with clinic-performed procedures (including EKGs, 6- minute walks, orthostatic blood pressures), provide patient/family education, bill for nursing procedures.
- Documentation in electronic health record and NCIR.
- Once oriented to the role: act as charge nurse on a shift by shift basis including providing unit leadership, ability to triage patient phone calls/EHR messages and document appropriately.
- Perform other related duties incidental to the work described herein
Job Eligibility Requirements:
- Work requires graduation from an accredited BSN or Associate's Degree in Nursing or Nursing Diploma program.
- All registered nurses 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 seven years of their start date.
- Twelve months of appropriate clinical experience is required.
- Must have current or compact RN licensure in the state of North Carolina. BLS required.
- AHA Basic Life Support (BLS) certified
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) within 6 months of hire date
Job Hours
The schedule for this position is day shifts, Monday-Friday, with no weekends or holidays.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Duke Health Integrated Practice
https://careers.dukehealth.org/us/en/dhip
Duke Health Integrated Practice comprises more than 110 primary and specialty outpatient clinics, extending the reach of the Duke Health mission across the state of North Carolina.
Clinical Nurse II
Job Location:
Duke Cardiology of Cary, 100 Duke Health Cary Pl, Suite 410, Cary, NC
Job Summary:
We are seeking a CLINICAL NURSE II to be an integral member of the healthcare team and provide direct and indirect care to patients.
Job Duties and Responsibilities:
- Perform patient intake including: obtaining vital signs, administering survey tools, conducting educational assessments (patients/guardians), assisting patients with ambulation/toileting, reviewing patient medications
- Completing procedural tasks including: administering vaccinations and medications according to protocols and provider orders, specimen collection and correct labeling, assisting with clinic-performed procedures (including EKGs, 6- minute walks, orthostatic blood pressures), provide patient/family education, bill for nursing procedures.
- Documentation in electronic health record and NCIR.
- Once oriented to the role: act as charge nurse on a shift by shift basis including providing unit leadership, ability to triage patient phone calls/EHR messages and document appropriately.
- Perform other related duties incidental to the work described herein
Job Eligibility Requirements:
- Work requires graduation from an accredited BSN or Associate's Degree in Nursing or Nursing Diploma program.
- All registered nurses 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 seven years of their start date.
- Twelve months of appropriate clinical experience is required.
- Must have current or compact RN licensure in the state of North Carolina. BLS required.
- AHA Basic Life Support (BLS) certified
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) within 6 months of hire date
Job Hours
The schedule for this position is day shifts, Monday-Friday, with no weekends or holidays.
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.
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.
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.
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in clinical nurse jobs.
- Active registered nurse (RN) license in the state of employment
- Current BLS certification required at time of hire
- Associate or Bachelor of Science in Nursing from an accredited program
- One to two years of acute care or specialty unit experience preferred
- ACLS certification required for critical care, telemetry, and procedural roles
- Proficiency with electronic health record systems such as Epic or Cerner
Tips for Your Clinical Nurse Job Search
Tailor your resume to unit type
Hiring managers in critical care scan for ACLS, ventilator management, and drip titration experience, while med-surg panels prioritize high patient ratios and rapid assessment skills. Match your bullet points to the unit's specific patient population before you apply.
List every active licensure and certification
Applicant tracking systems filter out resumes missing BLS, ACLS, or state license numbers. Put your RN license number, state, and expiration date in a dedicated credentials section near the top of your resume so it clears automated screens.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists clinical nurse openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target Magnet hospitals in your search
Magnet-designated facilities invest heavily in shared governance and clinical ladders, which signals better advancement potential. Filter your search for Magnet or Pathway to Excellence facilities if professional development and long-term growth matter to you.
Prepare a clinical scenario answer bank
Panel interviews for clinical nurse roles almost always include STAR-format questions about deteriorating patients, interdisciplinary conflict, and prioritization under load. Write out two or three specific patient scenarios from your experience before your interview so your answers are detailed and concrete.
Negotiate start date and shift differential separately
Base pay offers at most health systems have narrow bands, but night and weekend differentials, sign-on bonuses, and loan repayment are frequently negotiable. Ask about each line item individually rather than accepting the compensation package as a single take-it-or-leave-it figure.
Clinical Nurse Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most clinical nurses?
The companies hiring the most clinical nurses right now include UNC Health, BJC HealthCare, and Fresenius Medical Care, with the largest share of openings in California, North Carolina, and Texas, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Large health systems and multi-site hospital networks tend to post the highest volumes as they staff both permanent and contract positions simultaneously.
How many clinical nurse jobs are remote?
About 15% of clinical nurse openings are fully remote or hybrid as of August 2026, reflecting the bedside nature of most nursing roles. Sub-areas with the most remote availability include telephone triage, utilization review, case management, and clinical documentation improvement, where direct patient contact is not required.
How do you become a clinical nurse?
To become a clinical nurse, you complete an accredited Associate Degree in Nursing or a Bachelor of Science in Nursing program, pass the NCLEX-RN licensure exam, and apply for state licensure. Most entry-level clinical nurse roles then require BLS certification at hire, and specialty units typically expect ACLS within a defined orientation window.
Can you get hired as a clinical nurse with little experience?
Yes, many hospitals hire new graduate RNs into structured residency or transition-to-practice programs that provide supervised clinical rotations before independent assignment. Applying to facilities that advertise a nurse residency, highlighting clinical hours and preceptorship units from nursing school, and obtaining BLS and ACLS before graduation all strengthen a new-grad application considerably.
What does the clinical nurse interview process look like?
Most clinical nurse interviews begin with a phone screen by a recruiter or nurse manager to confirm licensure, availability, and shift preference. A panel interview with the unit manager and sometimes staff nurses follows, focusing on clinical scenario and behavioral questions. Some facilities also include a brief skills lab assessment or a tour of the unit before a final offer is extended.
Where can I find and apply to clinical nurse jobs?
You can find and apply to clinical nurse jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States in one place. Find roles that match your specialty, experience level, and preferred location, then apply directly to each listing from the page.
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