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Requisition Number: 269231
Location: Durham, NC, US, 27710
Personnel Area: DUKE HEALTH INTEGRATED PRACTIC
Date: Apr 23, 2026
As a part of Duke Health’s outpatient clinic network, you will enjoy competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits plans, convenient work hours, and many opportunities for career advancement. Become a part of a team that values and invests in you.
Duke Advanced Practice Highlights:
- The nation’s first Physician Assistant Program was created at Duke in 1965 and is consistently ranked No. 1 in the country.
- The Duke School of Nursing is consistently ranked as one of the top nursing schools and their MSN and DNP programs offers eight advanced practice registered nurse majors and specialty certifications, as well as post master’s certificates and certification alignment programs.
- Commitment to ongoing learning for APPs through annual CME funding and access to high-quality Duke CME offerings including APP Grand Rounds and a professional advancement program. APPs are leaders in multiple arenas within Duke.
- Duke offers APPs opportunities to practice within team based integrative care in a tremendous variety of specialties. APPs are expected to work to top of scope in order to contribute to Duke’s missions which include clinical practice, education, and research.
- Practice locations can include Duke Health’s three hospitals or over 140 primary care and specialty care clinics throughout North Carolina.
Job Location
Duke Neurology Clinic 1L, 40 Duke Medicine Circle, Durham, NC
Duke Neurology Clinic, 932 Morreene Road, Durham, NC
Job Summary
We are seeking an Advanced Practice Provider in our General Neurology Clinics located in Durham, NC to work in collaboration with attending physicians and APPs, collect and document data, conduct diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, order and schedule laboratory studies and professional consultations, and provide direct patient care services. Primary hours will be Monday through Friday, day shift, with hours flexible to meet the needs of the patients. Cross coverage of Inbasket for providers in the Duke Campus General Neurology group may be needed for illness or vacation.
Job Duties & Responsibilities
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Perform diagnostic and therapeutic procedures to assist physician in diagnosing neurological problems and prescribing necessary treatment and services for quality patient care; record the normal and abnormal data for review by the physician and/or care of the patient.
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Take patient histories, conduct physical examinations, and record the date in the patient's record; write progress notes; prepare patient workups and summaries noting pertinent positive and negative findings; obtain psychosocial history relevant to patient care, and assume responsibility for developing therapeutic relationships with patients.
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Order and schedule laboratory studies and diagnostic procedures; explain necessity, preparation, nature and anticipated effects of scheduled diagnostic and therapeutic procedures to the patient.
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Practice will be limited to general neurology. Patient population will include 8 clinic sessions of general neurology with a mix of new and return patients as determined by supervising neurologists. Additionally, there is an opportunity based on applicant interest for 1-2 clinic sessions/week for procedures (botulinum toxin injections, occipital nerve block, lumbar puncture). Total clinic sessions 8 per week including general neurology and procedures.
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Participation in clinical research or teaching opportunities are available based on discussion with supervising neurologists.
Job Eligibility Requirements
Education
- Nurse Practitioners: Work requires completion of an accredited Nurse Practitioner program, with a Master's degree in Nursing.
- Physician Assistants: Completion of an accredited Physician Assistant program. A Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree strongly preferred.
Certification
- BLS required.
License
- Nurse Practitioners: Must have current or compact RN licensure in the state of North Carolina. BLS required. National certification as a NP required prior to or within 6 months of employment.
- Physician Assistants: Must be licensed in the state of NC, and be certified as a Physician Assistant by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants.
Experience
1+ years of APP experience strongly preferred. Experience providing neurological care is preferred.
Job Hours
Monday-Friday, day shift, with flexibility to meet clinic needs
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, (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.
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.
Nearest Major Market: Durham
Nearest Secondary Market: Raleigh
Work Arrangement: Regular
Requisition Number: 269231
Location: Durham, NC, US, 27710
Personnel Area: DUKE HEALTH INTEGRATED PRACTIC
Date: Apr 23, 2026
As a part of Duke Health’s outpatient clinic network, you will enjoy competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits plans, convenient work hours, and many opportunities for career advancement. Become a part of a team that values and invests in you.
Duke Advanced Practice Highlights:
- The nation’s first Physician Assistant Program was created at Duke in 1965 and is consistently ranked No. 1 in the country.
- The Duke School of Nursing is consistently ranked as one of the top nursing schools and their MSN and DNP programs offers eight advanced practice registered nurse majors and specialty certifications, as well as post master’s certificates and certification alignment programs.
- Commitment to ongoing learning for APPs through annual CME funding and access to high-quality Duke CME offerings including APP Grand Rounds and a professional advancement program. APPs are leaders in multiple arenas within Duke.
- Duke offers APPs opportunities to practice within team based integrative care in a tremendous variety of specialties. APPs are expected to work to top of scope in order to contribute to Duke’s missions which include clinical practice, education, and research.
- Practice locations can include Duke Health’s three hospitals or over 140 primary care and specialty care clinics throughout North Carolina.
Job Location
Duke Neurology Clinic 1L, 40 Duke Medicine Circle, Durham, NC
Duke Neurology Clinic, 932 Morreene Road, Durham, NC
Job Summary
We are seeking an Advanced Practice Provider in our General Neurology Clinics located in Durham, NC to work in collaboration with attending physicians and APPs, collect and document data, conduct diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, order and schedule laboratory studies and professional consultations, and provide direct patient care services. Primary hours will be Monday through Friday, day shift, with hours flexible to meet the needs of the patients. Cross coverage of Inbasket for providers in the Duke Campus General Neurology group may be needed for illness or vacation.
Job Duties & Responsibilities
-
Perform diagnostic and therapeutic procedures to assist physician in diagnosing neurological problems and prescribing necessary treatment and services for quality patient care; record the normal and abnormal data for review by the physician and/or care of the patient.
-
Take patient histories, conduct physical examinations, and record the date in the patient's record; write progress notes; prepare patient workups and summaries noting pertinent positive and negative findings; obtain psychosocial history relevant to patient care, and assume responsibility for developing therapeutic relationships with patients.
-
Order and schedule laboratory studies and diagnostic procedures; explain necessity, preparation, nature and anticipated effects of scheduled diagnostic and therapeutic procedures to the patient.
-
Practice will be limited to general neurology. Patient population will include 8 clinic sessions of general neurology with a mix of new and return patients as determined by supervising neurologists. Additionally, there is an opportunity based on applicant interest for 1-2 clinic sessions/week for procedures (botulinum toxin injections, occipital nerve block, lumbar puncture). Total clinic sessions 8 per week including general neurology and procedures.
-
Participation in clinical research or teaching opportunities are available based on discussion with supervising neurologists.
Job Eligibility Requirements
Education
- Nurse Practitioners: Work requires completion of an accredited Nurse Practitioner program, with a Master's degree in Nursing.
- Physician Assistants: Completion of an accredited Physician Assistant program. A Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree strongly preferred.
Certification
- BLS required.
License
- Nurse Practitioners: Must have current or compact RN licensure in the state of North Carolina. BLS required. National certification as a NP required prior to or within 6 months of employment.
- Physician Assistants: Must be licensed in the state of NC, and be certified as a Physician Assistant by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants.
Experience
1+ years of APP experience strongly preferred. Experience providing neurological care is preferred.
Job Hours
Monday-Friday, day shift, with flexibility to meet clinic needs
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, (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.
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.
Nearest Major Market: Durham
Nearest Secondary Market: Raleigh
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Verify your NP licensure transfers to North Carolina
North Carolina requires a separate state license before you can practice as an NP. Start the NCBON endorsement process early, it can take several weeks and Duke's HR won't initiate sponsorship paperwork until licensure is confirmed.
Target Duke's student and faculty health clinics
Duke's campus health and occupational health units hire NPs on a rolling basis and have a longer history of sponsoring international clinical staff than some of its specialty outpatient departments. These postings are worth prioritizing when you apply.
Get your credential evaluation done before applying
If your nursing degree is from outside the U.S., Duke's immigration team will need a credential equivalency evaluation from a NACES-approved agency. Having it ready at application stage removes a common bottleneck in the early sponsorship review.
Ask explicitly about E-3 if you hold Australian citizenship
Duke sponsors both H-1B and E-3 visas for clinical roles. The E-3 has no lottery and processes faster than H-1B, so if you're an Australian citizen, confirm with the recruiter that your offer letter specifies E-3 as the intended visa category.
Understand Duke's PERM timeline for Green Card pathways
Duke supports EB-2 and EB-3 sponsorship for qualifying NPs, but PERM labor certification typically takes 12 to 18 months to clear DOL review. Raise permanent residency intent during the offer stage, not after you've started, to align timelines with your status.
Browse open NP roles through Migrate Mate before applying direct
Search Migrate Mate to filter Duke University NP roles by visa type before approaching their careers portal. Seeing which positions have active sponsorship history lets you prioritize applications where international candidates have the strongest track record.
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Find Nurse Practitioner at Duke University JobsFrequently Asked Questions
Does Duke University sponsor H-1B visas for Nurse Practitioners?
Yes, Duke University sponsors H-1B visas for qualifying Nurse Practitioner roles. NP positions typically meet the specialty occupation standard because they require at minimum a Master of Science in Nursing or a Doctor of Nursing Practice. Duke works with immigration counsel to file petitions, but timing is tied to the annual H-1B cap and lottery, so roles that open in the fall often target an October 1 start date.
Which visa types does Duke University commonly use for Nurse Practitioners?
Duke sponsors H-1B, E-3, and permanent resident pathways including EB-2 and EB-3 for NP roles. H-1B is the most common route for non-Australian candidates. Australian citizens can pursue the E-3, which avoids the lottery entirely and allows faster processing. For long-term hires, Duke has initiated PERM labor certification for NPs moving toward Green Card sponsorship.
What qualifications does Duke University expect for Nurse Practitioner roles?
Duke typically requires a Master of Science in Nursing or Doctor of Nursing Practice, a valid North Carolina NP license, and national certification from a body such as AANP or ANCC. For internationally trained applicants, a credential evaluation from a NACES-approved agency is expected to confirm degree equivalency before the offer stage. Specialty certifications in areas like family practice or acute care strengthen your candidacy for specific units.
How do I apply for Nurse Practitioner jobs at Duke University?
Start by searching Migrate Mate to identify active Duke NP postings with visa sponsorship history, then apply through Duke's official careers portal at careers.duke.edu. When submitting your application, upload your North Carolina NP license, national certification, and credential evaluation if your degree is from outside the U.S. During the interview process, confirm sponsorship availability directly with the hiring manager or HR recruiter before progressing to an offer.
How long does the sponsorship process take for a Nurse Practitioner at Duke?
For H-1B, the process runs roughly 6 to 9 months from offer acceptance to a cap-subject start date, including LCA certification through DOL, which typically takes 7 business days, and USCIS petition review. E-3 processing for Australian citizens moves faster, often 4 to 8 weeks from LCA filing to visa issuance at a U.S. consulate. PERM for permanent residency adds 12 to 18 months on top of those timelines.
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