Nurse Manager, Operations - Neuro ICU

Work Arrangement:  On-Site
Requisition Number:  273414
Regular or Temporary:  Regular
Location: 

Durham, NC, US, 27710

Personnel Area:  DUKE HOSPITAL
Date:  Aug 10, 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 Healthhospitals 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)

 

Nurse Manager Operations– Duke University Hospital

 

Duke University Health System- Duke University Hospital seeks to hire an experienced Registered Nurse who will embrace our mission of Advancing Health Together.

 

Department Profile:

The NEURO ICU 7 DCT at Duke University Hospital is comprised of a 35-bed state of art attached to the Level 1 Trauma Center. Our Duke Neuro ICU achieved Stroke Gold Plus and Honor Roll Elite Plus recognition from the American Heart Association and American Stroke Association for ‘Get with the Guidelines-Stroke’ and ‘Target: Stroke’. This is an award for having the most up-to-date evidence-based treatment guidelines to improve patient care and outcomes in the community we serve. Our team is active in delivering exemplary care for each patient to ensure an excellent patient experience, every time.

 

Work Hours & Shifts:

Full Time: 24 hour Responsibility (1.0 FTE – 40 hour per week, coverage per operational needs)

 

Job Summary:

 

Manage and supervise functions of assigned patient care area on a 24 hour basis; ensure effective delivery of clinical patient care and compliance with administrative and clinical policies and procedures.

Knowledge, Skills, Education, and Experience Required:

 

·     3 years of nursing experience.

·     Bachelor's degree required.

 

Licensure, Certification or Registration Required:

·     Current registration with North Carolina State Board of Nursing as a registered professional nurse OR current compact RN licensure to practice in the state of North Carolina required.

·     BLS (or higher) certification required.

·     Professional specialty certification (preferred).

 

Preferred Qualifications:

  • MSN preferred
  • Prior Neuro ICU experience in Level I Trauma center
  • Prior leadership role with excellent communication skills
  • Expertise with Acuity adaptable rooms.


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