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Requisition Number: 267733
Regular or Temporary: Regular
Location: Durham, NC, US, 27710
Personnel Area: DUKE HOMECARE AND HOSPICE
Date: Apr 16, 2026
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.
About Duke HomeCare & Hospice
Pursue your passion for caring with Duke HomeCare & Hospice, which offers hospice, home health, and infusion services across the region, as well as serves as the home for the Duke Caregiver Support Program. Team members work closely with a patient's physician to provide comprehensive, individualized care in the comfort of their home or at our inpatient hospice facility in Durham, NC.
Duke Nursing Highlights:
- Duke University Health System is designated as a Magnet organization
- Nurses from each hospital are consistently recognized each year as North Carolina's Great 100 Nurses.
- Duke University Health System was awarded the American Board of Nursing Specialties Award for Nursing Certification Advocacy for being strong advocates of specialty nursing certification.
- Duke University Health System has 6000+ registered nurses
- Quality of Life: Living in the Triangle!
- Relocation Assistance (based on eligibility)
Our team is active in delivering exemplary care for each patient to ensure an excellent patient experience, every time. As a nurse with Hospice Home and Partners at Duke you will get to live out Duke's mission of caring for our patients, their loved ones, and each other in a very precious way. While working with our Hospice department, you will have the opportunity to truly care for people at their most vulnerable state of being as well as help them and their loved ones learn to let go in peace and comfort.
Shift: M-F Days, 8-hour shifts
Occupational Summary:
Perform a variety of nonprofessional nursing duties in the direct care of patients under the direct supervision of an RN/LPN. Perform tasks within the scope of a Nursing Care Assistant I as defined by the NC Board of Nursing.
Work Performed
- Prepare patients, equipment and supplies for specific procedures and required.
- Participate in own professional development by maintaining required training.
- Perform other related duties incidental to work described herein.
- Clean assigned area; stock and replenish supplies and equipment.
- Collect, deliver and conduct routine tests on patient specimens.
- Obtain and record patient data for medical records noting and informing RN/LPN of information collected.
- Perform fingersticks for blood glucose testing, with appropriate assist with admission, discharge, and transportation of patients.
- May also perform sterile dressing change for wounds over 48 hours old, take and record vital signs, record I&O, apply ice bags, administer assist physician and nurses with physical examinations by helping ambulation, enemas, skin care, and bowel and bladder elimination; provide manual assistance as required.
- Administer treatment and personal care procedures to patients including, but not limited to, feeding, bathing, shaving, changing clothing, cleaning and trimming fingernails, bed-making, assisting with provide such additional care as required to meet the personal needs and comfort of assigned patients.
- Participate in teaching activities by reinforcing teaching instructed by RN and/or physician as needed. Position patients, changing non-sterile dressing and weighing patients. douches and enemas. Note and report any changes in the patient's condition.
- Turn and position patients, set up and feed patients as necessary, provide patients with fresh drinking water.
- Follow standard precautions and use personal protective equipment as skills validation and attending educational offerings.
- Support the development of other staff and formal learners. IV fluid assistance activities, oral/nasogastric feeding and urinary.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Working knowledge of sterile techniques and special procedures that are heavy lifting and the ability to transport stretcher and wheelchair.
- Working knowledge of sanitation, personal hygiene and basic health.
- Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions
Degrees, Licensure, and/or Certification
Currently listed as a Nursing Assistant I (NAI) with the Division of Facility Services with no substantiated findings of abuse, fraud, neglect or misappropriation of property.
BCLS certification must be maintained/completed by the end of new hire orientation, which typically takes place during the first week of employment.
Valid driver's license and current automobile insurance coverage.
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.
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: On-Site
Requisition Number: 267733
Regular or Temporary: Regular
Location: Durham, NC, US, 27710
Personnel Area: DUKE HOMECARE AND HOSPICE
Date: Apr 16, 2026
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.
About Duke HomeCare & Hospice
Pursue your passion for caring with Duke HomeCare & Hospice, which offers hospice, home health, and infusion services across the region, as well as serves as the home for the Duke Caregiver Support Program. Team members work closely with a patient's physician to provide comprehensive, individualized care in the comfort of their home or at our inpatient hospice facility in Durham, NC.
Duke Nursing Highlights:
- Duke University Health System is designated as a Magnet organization
- Nurses from each hospital are consistently recognized each year as North Carolina's Great 100 Nurses.
- Duke University Health System was awarded the American Board of Nursing Specialties Award for Nursing Certification Advocacy for being strong advocates of specialty nursing certification.
- Duke University Health System has 6000+ registered nurses
- Quality of Life: Living in the Triangle!
- Relocation Assistance (based on eligibility)
Our team is active in delivering exemplary care for each patient to ensure an excellent patient experience, every time. As a nurse with Hospice Home and Partners at Duke you will get to live out Duke's mission of caring for our patients, their loved ones, and each other in a very precious way. While working with our Hospice department, you will have the opportunity to truly care for people at their most vulnerable state of being as well as help them and their loved ones learn to let go in peace and comfort.
Shift: M-F Days, 8-hour shifts
Occupational Summary:
Perform a variety of nonprofessional nursing duties in the direct care of patients under the direct supervision of an RN/LPN. Perform tasks within the scope of a Nursing Care Assistant I as defined by the NC Board of Nursing.
Work Performed
- Prepare patients, equipment and supplies for specific procedures and required.
- Participate in own professional development by maintaining required training.
- Perform other related duties incidental to work described herein.
- Clean assigned area; stock and replenish supplies and equipment.
- Collect, deliver and conduct routine tests on patient specimens.
- Obtain and record patient data for medical records noting and informing RN/LPN of information collected.
- Perform fingersticks for blood glucose testing, with appropriate assist with admission, discharge, and transportation of patients.
- May also perform sterile dressing change for wounds over 48 hours old, take and record vital signs, record I&O, apply ice bags, administer assist physician and nurses with physical examinations by helping ambulation, enemas, skin care, and bowel and bladder elimination; provide manual assistance as required.
- Administer treatment and personal care procedures to patients including, but not limited to, feeding, bathing, shaving, changing clothing, cleaning and trimming fingernails, bed-making, assisting with provide such additional care as required to meet the personal needs and comfort of assigned patients.
- Participate in teaching activities by reinforcing teaching instructed by RN and/or physician as needed. Position patients, changing non-sterile dressing and weighing patients. douches and enemas. Note and report any changes in the patient's condition.
- Turn and position patients, set up and feed patients as necessary, provide patients with fresh drinking water.
- Follow standard precautions and use personal protective equipment as skills validation and attending educational offerings.
- Support the development of other staff and formal learners. IV fluid assistance activities, oral/nasogastric feeding and urinary.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Working knowledge of sterile techniques and special procedures that are heavy lifting and the ability to transport stretcher and wheelchair.
- Working knowledge of sanitation, personal hygiene and basic health.
- Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions
Degrees, Licensure, and/or Certification
Currently listed as a Nursing Assistant I (NAI) with the Division of Facility Services with no substantiated findings of abuse, fraud, neglect or misappropriation of property.
BCLS certification must be maintained/completed by the end of new hire orientation, which typically takes place during the first week of employment.
Valid driver's license and current automobile insurance coverage.
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.
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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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Nursing Jobs at Duke University Jobs
Verify Your NCLEX and Licensure First
Duke requires active North Carolina RN licensure before a visa petition can move forward. If your NCLEX is pending or your credentials need CGFNS evaluation, start that process before applying. Most sponsorship timelines stall here, not at the petition stage.
Target Units with Ongoing Recruitment Cycles
Duke Health consistently recruits for ICU, oncology, and operating room roles. Applying directly to high-demand specialty units increases your odds of reaching a hiring manager willing to sponsor, compared to general nursing pool applications.
Understand What Duke's H-1B Covers
Duke sponsors H-1B visas for nursing roles classified as specialty occupations, which requires a BSN minimum. If you hold only an ADN, confirm with Duke's HR whether they'll support you through degree completion before filing, as USCIS scrutinizes nursing H-1B petitions closely.
Ask About the EB-3 Timeline Early
For permanent residency through EB-3, Duke must complete PERM labor certification through the DOL before filing an immigrant petition. This process can take one to three years. Ask your recruiter during the offer stage whether Duke initiates PERM concurrently with your H-1B.
Use Migrate Mate to Find Duke Nursing Openings
Browsing all 300-plus Duke nursing postings manually is slow. Use Migrate Mate to filter specifically for Duke University nursing roles that support visa sponsorship, so you spend time applying to positions where sponsorship is already confirmed.
Negotiate Start Date Around Cap Filing Windows
If your role is cap-subject, H-1B petitions can only be filed for an October 1 start. Align your offer acceptance and any employment gap around that window. Duke's HR team handles the filing, but you control when you accept and resign from a prior role.
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Find Nursing at Duke University JobsFrequently Asked Questions
Does Duke University sponsor H-1B visas for Nursings?
Yes, Duke University sponsors H-1B visas for nursing roles that meet the specialty occupation standard under USCIS criteria. This generally requires a BSN or higher as the minimum educational requirement for the position. Duke Health's HR and immigration team manages the petition process, but you'll need active North Carolina RN licensure in place before sponsorship can proceed.
How do I apply for Nursing jobs at Duke University?
Applications go through Duke Health's careers portal at careers.duke.edu, where nursing roles are listed by unit and shift type. You can also browse Duke University nursing positions filtered by visa sponsorship eligibility on Migrate Mate, which saves time identifying roles where international candidates are actively considered. Tailor your application to the specific unit and patient population in the job description.
Which visa types does Duke University commonly use for Nursing roles?
Duke most commonly uses the H-1B for specialty occupation nursing positions requiring a BSN or above. For permanent residency, eligible nurses can pursue an EB-3 immigrant visa through PERM labor certification filed with the DOL. Australian citizens may also be considered for E-3 sponsorship, which follows a similar specialty occupation standard but has its own petition process outside the H-1B cap.
What qualifications does Duke University expect for sponsored Nursing positions?
At minimum, Duke requires a BSN for roles they'll support with H-1B sponsorship, as USCIS scrutinizes nursing petitions that don't meet the specialty occupation bar. Most sponsored openings in specialty units like oncology, cardiac ICU, or surgical services also expect one to two years of relevant clinical experience. NCLEX passage and an active or pending North Carolina RN license are non-negotiable before any petition moves forward.
How long does the visa sponsorship process take for a Duke Nursing role?
For an H-1B, expect three to six months from offer acceptance to petition approval under regular processing, or two to four weeks with USCIS premium processing. Cap-subject petitions are tied to the April filing window and an October 1 start date. If Duke initiates EB-3 and PERM simultaneously, the full permanent residency timeline typically runs one to three years depending on your country of birth and the DOL backlog.
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