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Requisition Number: 269285
Regular or Temporary: Regular
Location: Durham, NC, US, 27710
Personnel Area: DUKE HOSPITAL
Date: Apr 24, 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 University Hospital
Pursue your passion for caring with Duke University Hospital in Durham, North Carolina, which is consistently ranked among the best in the United States. The largest of the four Duke Health hospitals with 1062 patient beds, it features comprehensive diagnostic and therapeutic facilities, including a regional emergency/trauma center, an endo-surgery center, and more.
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)
Occ Summary
Independently plan and provide professional nursing care for patients in accordance with physician orders and established policies and procedures. Provide nursing services to patients and families in accordance with the scope of the RN as defined by the North Carolina Board of Nursing.
Work Performed
Plan, provide, supervise and document professional nursing care utilizing the nursing process for patients in accordance with physician orders and established policies and procedures. Use professional nursing judgment to individualize the plan of care based on assessment of the patient's baseline needs and response to care. Delegate tasks and supervise the activities of other licensed and unlicensed care providers. Assist other nursing personnel in the delivery of nursing care and act as team leader or charge nurse for a group of patients or an entire unit as assigned. Monitor and initiate corrective action to maintain the environment of care including equipment and material resources. Participate in own professional development by maintaining required competencies, identifying learning needs and seeking appropriate assistance or educational offerings. Act as preceptor and support the development of other staff and formal learners. Participate in the identification of clinical or operational performance improvement opportunities and in performance improvement activities. Perform other related duties incidental to the work described herein.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Knowledge of scope of the registered nurse, licensed practical nurse and unlicensed staff
- Knowledge of and appropriate application of the nursing process
- Knowledge of professional theory, practice and procedure
- Ability to assess nursing needs of acute and chronically ill patients and their families
- Ability to independently seek out resources and work collaboratively
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships
- Ability to communicate clearly with patients, families, visitors, healthcare team, physicians, administrators, leadership and others
- Ability to teach patients and families in accordance with the nursing plan of care
- Ability to use sensory and cognitive functions to process and prioritize information, treatment, and follow-up
- Ability to use fine motor skills
- Competent in BLS and/or other specialized life support requirements designated by work area
- Ability to record activities, document assessments, plan of care, interventions, evaluation and re-evaluation of patient status
- Ability to use computer and learn new software programs
- Able to document and communicate pertinent information using computer and/or paper documentation tools
- Ability to navigate the entity to provide clinical care for patients
- Ability to withstand prolonged standing and walking
- Ability to remain focused and organized
- Working knowledge of procedures and techniques involved in administering routine and special treatments to patients
- Working knowledge of infection control procedures and safety precautions
- Working knowledge and completion of appropriate The Joint Commission (TJC) and other regulatory requirements
- Pre-employment Physical Capacity Testing Required
Minimum Qualifications
Education
Work requires graduation from an accredited BSN program. Exception: Registered nurses hired between July 1, 2014 and April 11, 2021 without a Bachelor's degree in Nursing (or higher) are encouraged to enroll in an appropriate BSN program within two years of their start date but must complete the program within seven years of their start date. Registered nurses hired before July 1, 2014 are not required to enroll in a BSN program to remain in this job classification.
Experience
Twelve months of appropriate clinical experience is required.
Degrees, Licensures, Certifications
Must have current or compact RN licensure in the state of North Carolina. BLS required.
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: 269285
Regular or Temporary: Regular
Location: Durham, NC, US, 27710
Personnel Area: DUKE HOSPITAL
Date: Apr 24, 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 University Hospital
Pursue your passion for caring with Duke University Hospital in Durham, North Carolina, which is consistently ranked among the best in the United States. The largest of the four Duke Health hospitals with 1062 patient beds, it features comprehensive diagnostic and therapeutic facilities, including a regional emergency/trauma center, an endo-surgery center, and more.
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)
Occ Summary
Independently plan and provide professional nursing care for patients in accordance with physician orders and established policies and procedures. Provide nursing services to patients and families in accordance with the scope of the RN as defined by the North Carolina Board of Nursing.
Work Performed
Plan, provide, supervise and document professional nursing care utilizing the nursing process for patients in accordance with physician orders and established policies and procedures. Use professional nursing judgment to individualize the plan of care based on assessment of the patient's baseline needs and response to care. Delegate tasks and supervise the activities of other licensed and unlicensed care providers. Assist other nursing personnel in the delivery of nursing care and act as team leader or charge nurse for a group of patients or an entire unit as assigned. Monitor and initiate corrective action to maintain the environment of care including equipment and material resources. Participate in own professional development by maintaining required competencies, identifying learning needs and seeking appropriate assistance or educational offerings. Act as preceptor and support the development of other staff and formal learners. Participate in the identification of clinical or operational performance improvement opportunities and in performance improvement activities. Perform other related duties incidental to the work described herein.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Knowledge of scope of the registered nurse, licensed practical nurse and unlicensed staff
- Knowledge of and appropriate application of the nursing process
- Knowledge of professional theory, practice and procedure
- Ability to assess nursing needs of acute and chronically ill patients and their families
- Ability to independently seek out resources and work collaboratively
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships
- Ability to communicate clearly with patients, families, visitors, healthcare team, physicians, administrators, leadership and others
- Ability to teach patients and families in accordance with the nursing plan of care
- Ability to use sensory and cognitive functions to process and prioritize information, treatment, and follow-up
- Ability to use fine motor skills
- Competent in BLS and/or other specialized life support requirements designated by work area
- Ability to record activities, document assessments, plan of care, interventions, evaluation and re-evaluation of patient status
- Ability to use computer and learn new software programs
- Able to document and communicate pertinent information using computer and/or paper documentation tools
- Ability to navigate the entity to provide clinical care for patients
- Ability to withstand prolonged standing and walking
- Ability to remain focused and organized
- Working knowledge of procedures and techniques involved in administering routine and special treatments to patients
- Working knowledge of infection control procedures and safety precautions
- Working knowledge and completion of appropriate The Joint Commission (TJC) and other regulatory requirements
- Pre-employment Physical Capacity Testing Required
Minimum Qualifications
Education
Work requires graduation from an accredited BSN program. Exception: Registered nurses hired between July 1, 2014 and April 11, 2021 without a Bachelor's degree in Nursing (or higher) are encouraged to enroll in an appropriate BSN program within two years of their start date but must complete the program within seven years of their start date. Registered nurses hired before July 1, 2014 are not required to enroll in a BSN program to remain in this job classification.
Experience
Twelve months of appropriate clinical experience is required.
Degrees, Licensures, Certifications
Must have current or compact RN licensure in the state of North Carolina. BLS required.
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 Registered Nurse Jobs at Duke University Jobs
Get your NCLEX and credentials verified early
Duke's nursing roles require active RN licensure in North Carolina. Start the NCLEX process and submit your credentials to a CGFNS-approved evaluation service before you apply, since credential review delays are the most common reason international nurses lose offers.
Target Duke Health's specialty units directly
Duke University Health System consistently hires for critical care, oncology, and surgical nursing. Focusing your applications on high-demand specialty units increases your chances of landing a role where the hiring team is already familiar with sponsoring international candidates.
Understand why E-3 may move faster than H-1B
If you hold Australian citizenship, Duke sponsors E-3 visas for nurses, which skips the H-1B lottery entirely. E-3 processing through consular appointment typically takes six to ten weeks, making it a faster path to a start date than waiting for H-1B cap results.
Ask HR about PERM timing before accepting an offer
Duke sponsors EB-2 and EB-3 Green Cards for nursing roles, but PERM labor certification can take one to two years before USCIS even begins adjudicating the immigrant petition. Clarify whether Duke initiates PERM concurrently with your H-1B approval or only after a set tenure period.
Use Migrate Mate to filter open Duke RN roles by visa type
Duke posts nursing openings across multiple hospital units at different times. Use Migrate Mate to browse current Registered Nurse positions at Duke University filtered by visa sponsorship type, so you can prioritize roles aligned with your specific visa eligibility.
Confirm your H-1B petition covers your exact unit and shift
USCIS scrutinizes H-1B petitions for nursing roles where duties overlap with non-specialty positions. Make sure the job description in your I-129 petition accurately reflects your assigned unit, required specialization, and degree requirement to avoid a Request for Evidence on specialty occupation grounds.
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Find Registered Nurse at Duke University JobsFrequently Asked Questions
Does Duke University sponsor H-1B visas for Registered Nurses?
Yes, Duke University sponsors H-1B visas for Registered Nurses, though the role must qualify as a specialty occupation under USCIS standards, meaning a bachelor's degree in nursing or a directly related field is typically required. Because H-1B is subject to an annual lottery, Duke also uses E-3 for eligible Australian nurses and pursues immigrant visa pathways for longer-term hires.
Which visa types does Duke University commonly use for Registered Nurses?
Duke sponsors H-1B, E-3, and employment-based Green Cards through the EB-2 and EB-3 categories for Registered Nurses. H-1B is the most common nonimmigrant path for nurses from countries other than Australia. Australian citizens can use the E-3 visa, which has no lottery and is generally faster to obtain. Nurses on a longer-term track may be eligible for PERM-based Green Card sponsorship after a qualifying period of employment.
What qualifications and experience does Duke University expect for Registered Nurse roles?
Duke typically requires an Associate Degree in Nursing at minimum, though a Bachelor of Science in Nursing is preferred and often required for specialty or academic medical center units. Active or pending North Carolina RN licensure is mandatory. For internationally trained nurses, credentials must be evaluated by a recognized body such as CGFNS, and NCLEX passage is required before you can begin work in a licensed capacity.
How do I apply for Registered Nurse jobs at Duke University?
Applications are submitted through Duke Health's careers portal, where nursing roles are listed by unit, shift, and location. Before applying, confirm your credentials are in the evaluation pipeline and that your resume reflects any specialty certifications relevant to the unit you're targeting. You can also browse current Registered Nurse openings at Duke University filtered by visa sponsorship type on Migrate Mate, which makes it easier to identify roles actively open to international candidates.
How long does the visa sponsorship process take for Registered Nurses at Duke University?
Timeline depends on visa type. E-3 processing through consular appointment typically runs six to ten weeks from LCA certification to visa issuance. H-1B requires cap registration in March, with employment starting October 1 at the earliest, though premium processing with USCIS can shorten adjudication to around 15 business days. Green Card sponsorship through PERM is a multi-year process, so it runs in parallel with your nonimmigrant status rather than as an immediate path.
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