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Clinical Nurse II- Orthopaedics

Duke University Health System

Morrisville, North Carolina

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Posted Aug 11, 2026 · Last seen active Aug 14, 2026

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Weekends, holidays, call
The schedule for this position is day shifts, Monday-Friday, with no weekends or holidays.

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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: 5601 Arringdon Park Dr #300, Morrisville, NC 27560 Job Summary We are seeking a Clinical Nurse in the Duke Orthopaedics Arringdon, located in Morrisville, NC to 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. Job Duties And Responsibilities 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. Job Eligibility Requirements Work requires graduation from an accredited Associate's Degree in Nursing or Nursing Diploma program. All registered nurses 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 BSN program within seven years of their start date 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. Twelve months of appropriate clinical experience is required. Must have current or compact RN licensure in the state of North Carolina. BLS required. Job Schedule 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. 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.

Certifications

BLS

Requirements

  • RN License (North Carolina or Compact)
  • Work requires graduation from an accredited Associate's Degree in Nursing or Nursing Diploma program. All registered nurses 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 BSN program within seven years of their start date 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. Twelve months of appropriate clinical experience is required. Must have current or compact RN licensure in the state of North Carolina. BLS required. Job Schedule

About the employer

Duke University Health System
Health system employer

Duke University Health System (DUHS) is the employer for this Registered Nurse position located in Mooresville, North Carolina, with the role based at Duke Regional Hospital. The hospital features a 28-bed Surgical Unit within its General Surgery/Bariatric department, providing care…

What reviewers appreciate

  • No prior experience required, making the position accessible to new graduate nurses
  • Structured Nurse Residency Program (DUHS) required for CNIs within 12 months, indicating formal onboarding support
  • Accepts compact RN licensure in addition to North Carolina licensure

What reviewers flag

  • BSN required, which may exclude ADN or diploma-prepared nurses
  • New graduates must complete the Nurse Residency Program within 12 months, adding a structured time-bound requirement
  • Unit covers six distinct surgical specialty areas, which may demand broad and rapidly adaptable clinical knowledge
professional nursingperformance improvementcollaborationstructured educationquality-focuseddelegation

Living in Morrisville, NC

Morrisville sits in the heart of North Carolina's Research Triangle, offering nurses easy access to major healthcare systems in nearby Raleigh and Durham. This compact suburb blends small-town feel with big-city convenience, thanks to its location near RDU Airport and a growing, diverse community.

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State price level · North Carolina
94.3
6% below the national average
Median gross rent
$1,858/mo
rent and tenant-paid utilities

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