FAQs
We don't want you to have any question as whether the Opportunities for a Lifetime at Duke are right for you. That's why we provided the answers to many of the questions we're asked most frequently about our system, our programs and our hiring process. Choose a topic to begin:
Is Duke one hospital or multiple hospitals?
Included in our world-class facilities, Duke University Health System has 3 acute care hospitals, outpatient clients, Children's Services and HomeCare & Hospice.
Duke University Hospital
Erwin Road, Durham, NC 27710
Magnet designation from the American Nurses Credentialing Center
Employees: 8,648 Number of beds: 924
Durham Regional Hospital
3643 North Roxboro Road, Durham, NC 27704
Magnet designation from the American Nurses Credentialing Center
NCNA Hallmarks of Healthy Workplaces Award: Endoscopy and PACU
Employees: 1,960 Number of beds: 369
Duke Raleigh Hospital
3400 Wake Forest Road, Raleigh, NC 27609
Magnet Hospital and first hospital recipient of the NCNA Hallmarks of Health Workplaces Award
"100 Best Places to Work in Healthcare" by Modern Healthcare
"Best Places to Work in the Triangle" by the Triangle Business Journal
Employees: 1,292 Number of beds: 186
Duke HomeCare & Hospice
4321 Medical Park Drive, Suite 101
Durham, NC 27704 (919) 620-3853 (800) 599-9339
Employees (all programs): 249
Patients served in fiscal 2007: 5,963
Duke Primary Care (DPC)
A world-class network of nearly 100 skilled physicians serving the varied health care needs of residents in eight counties, from 20 clinical locations across the greater Triangle area.
Duke Children's Hospital
2301 Erwin Road
Durham, NC 27710
Beds: 151
Where can I find more information on the types of nursing units with Duke Medicine?
For Unit specific information, select "Unit Profiles" with Our Facilities pages.
I have applied for a specific position several times, but have not been selected to interview. Why is that?
You may not meet the qualifications for the position and/or the manager's preferences. Please review the job description carefully, as preferences may be indicated.
I already applied on-line, how do I get an update on my application?
To check the status of jobs you have applied to, log back into the system and Click "Job submission status".
How can I contact a Nurse Recruiter?
Nurse Recruiters are available on "Live Chat" Tuesdays, from 1:00pm - 3:00pm EST and Thursdays from 10:00am - 12:00pm (except on holidays). To access "live chat", visit dukenursing.org, then select "Click to Chat".
When can I schedule an interview and can I shadow on the unit?
We continuously review submitted resumes and contact selected candidates for interviews. A shadow experience may or may not be scheduled as part of the interview process. Unfortunately, we are not able to interview every candidate who applies.
When will new graduate positions post to the website?
Most Clinical Nurse I positions are posted during the months of October and November for December graduates, and between March and April for May graduates. The number of positions varies, and is dependent on the number of current RN vacancies. Continue to monitor the website for available Clinical Nurse I positions.
I am a new graduate. Can I apply to Clinical Nurse II positions?
No, Clinical Nurse II positions require 12 months of nursing experience.
Does Duke employ non-U.S. citizens?
Yes, we employee nurses form overseas, providing they meet our employment requirements and Federal regulations concerning working in the U.S. You can find additional information on our website.
http://www.visaservices.duke.edu/index.html
http://www.visaservices.duke.edu/AHCPros.html
Are there International Opportunities for employment with Duke Nursing?
Yes, there are occasionally opportunities to work with Duke Nursing-associated facilities and programs outside of the United States. For more information, please see our Visa Services web site page.
http://www.visaservices.duke.edu/index.html
http://www.visaservices.duke.edu/AHCPros.html
Does Duke offer any relocation assistance?
Yes*. There are two options available to new employees hired into full-time nursing positions (30-40 hours/week).
Option 1: A taxable relocation allowance that you would receive 6-8 weeks after you start your new position. It is included as supplemental pay in your regular paycheck ($3,000 allowance for out-of-state hires if you relocate to NC; or $1,000 allowance for in-state hires if you move at least 75 miles).
Option 2: Use one of our two moving companies to move you (the same amounts as above).
*Complete relocation guidelines can be obtained from the Nurse Recruitment office, and are subject to change.
What new graduate programs are available through Duke Medicine?
Duke offers a range of new graduate programs, including:
New graduate RNs
Graduate: Engaged, Mastering, Succeeding (GEMS)
Specialty Nurse Internship Program (SNIP)
Transition to Practice (TTP)
New to the OR
For complete details, see our Programs page.
For Unit specific information, select "Unit Profiles" with Our Facilities pages.
What is Graduate: Engaged, Mastering, Succeeding or GEMS?
Our GEMS program is an informative, hands-on internship program for the new nurse that is paid and preceptor guided. New graduate will rotate between multiple units for a total of 8-12 weeks, then move to the "home" unit at the end of that period for more specific unit orientation.
Participating facilities include: Duke Raleigh Hospital
What is Specialty Nurse Internship Program or SNIP?
Geared toward new graduates, Specialty Nurse Internship Program (SNIP) offers:
- A structured, 26-week orientation for newly-graduated RNs
- Extensive experience in a specialty orientation setting
- Designated Program Coordinator for additional residency and mentoring support
- Structured orientation, classroom time and networking components to support clinical experience
Participating facilities include: Duke University Hospital
Does Duke offer an OR training program for new graduates?
A "New to the OR" training program is available for new graduate nurses. The program includes a 6-month orientation with classroom instruction and training working side by side with a preceptor in the OR. New graduate nurses must apply on-line at www.dukenursing.org to be considered for the program. The posting will walk you through the next steps and process to be considered to attend the open house. Once all applications are screened, selected applicants are invited to attend an open house. At the open house applicants have the opportunity to interview and shadow in the ORs. The program is offered one or two times a year, based on need. When open house dates are determined, the position will be posted on-line as "New to the OR training program for a Clinical Nurse I".
Participating facilities include: Duke University Hospital
Does Duke offer an OR training program for experienced nurses without any OR experience?
We do offer a New to the OR training program for experienced nurses without OR experience. It is a 6-month orientation that includes classroom instruction and training working side by side with a preceptor in the OR. All applications must be submitted on-line at www.dukenursing.org to be considered for the program. The posting will walk you through the next steps and process to be considered to attend the open house. Once all applications are screened, selected applicants are invited to attend an open house. At the open house applicants have the opportunity to interview and shadow in the ORs. The program is offered one or two times a year, based on need. When the open house dates are determined, the positions will be posted on-line as "New to the OR training program for a Clinical Nurse II".
Participating facilities include: Duke University Hospital, Duke Raleigh Hospital, Durham Regional Hospital
Additionally, Durham Regional Hospital offers a specialized training program geared toward new nurse graduates (Level - Clinical Nurse I): Transition to Practice Program (formerly GEMS).
Designed by the National Council of State Boards of Nursing, TTP is an enhanced model of orientation for new graduates which includes education for the new grad, and features dedicated preceptors, topics such as conflict resolution, communication, and quality assurance, and program coordinators to provide support and mentoring to new grads. Learn more about TTP