Clinical Nurse II- Endocrinology at Duke Health

Durham, North Carolina, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

16 May, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

15 Feb, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Nursing Care, Patient Assessment, Medication Administration, Treatment Administration, Chronic Disease Management, Patient Education, Care Coordination, Clinical Leadership, Quality Improvement, Electronic Health Record, Interdisciplinary Team Collaboration, Ambulatory Setting, Precepting, Endocrinology, Specialty Nursing

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

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- Endocrinology JOB LOCATION Duke Medicine Specialties South Durham, 234 Crooked Creek Pkwy, Durham, NC 27713 JOB SUMMARY The Clinical Nurse II provides professional nursing care in a busy outpatient endocrinology clinic in accordance with Duke Health policies and standards of practice. This role is a key member of the interdisciplinary team and is responsible for assessing patients, administering treatments, managing medications, and coordinating care for individuals with complex acute and chronic endocrine conditions. In addition to endocrinology, this position supports the broader multispecialty clinic, including Allergy, Infectious Disease, Nephrology, Pulmonary, and Rheumatology, providing exposure to diverse specialty populations and expanding clinical expertise. A strong focus of this position is patient education and chronic disease management. The Clinical Nurse II helps patients understand their diagnoses, treatment plans, and medications, while supporting self-management of conditions such as diabetes, thyroid disorders, adrenal and pituitary diseases, and other hormone-related conditions. This role also serves as a clinical leader within the practice, contributing to operational improvements and quality initiatives that enhance patient care and clinic efficiency while fostering a collaborative and supportive team environment. JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Clinical Practice Assess and monitor patients using the nursing process in an ambulatory setting; administer medications and treatments per provider orders; and assist with specialty-specific testing and procedures. Assist CMA/RMA staff with rooming patients, medication reconciliation point of care testing, and lab courier processes as needed to support clinic flow. Document care accurately in the electronic health record and communicate significant findings to providers. Support clinical operations across Endocrinology, Allergy, Infectious Disease, Nephrology, Pulmonary, and Rheumatology services, gaining exposure to a broad range of specialty conditions. Patient Education & Chronic Disease Management Educate patients and families on diagnoses, treatment plans, medications, and lifestyle modifications. Provide instruction on glucose monitoring, insulin and injectable therapies, hormone therapy, and other specialty-related treatments. Reinforce plans of care to promote patient understanding, safety, and long-term self-management. Conduct and support nurse visits, including patient education and management of specialty therapies as appropriate. Care Coordination, Leadership & Quality Improvement Assist other nursing personnel in the delivery of patient care and serve as a clinical leader within the clinic, modeling professional nursing standards and supporting continuous improvement. Collaborate with physicians, advanced practice providers, and interdisciplinary team members within a team-based care model focused on safety, efficiency, and high-quality patient outcomes. Participate in operational, population health, and quality improvement initiatives to enhance outcomes and clinic efficiency. Act as a preceptor and support the development of staff and formal learners. Participate in own professional development by maintaining required competencies, identifying learning needs, and seeking appropriate educational opportunities. 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. Twelve months of appropriate clinical experience is required. At a manager's discretion, employees with 6 months of experience who are exceptional performers may be eligible for this level. This position is open to Clinical Nurse II, III, and IV candidates based on experience and qualifications. Clinical Nurse II team members may be eligible to apply to Duke’s Clinical Ladder following successful completion of Duke’s 90-day evaluation period. Must have current or compact RN licensure in the state of North Carolina. BLS required. JOB SCHEDULE Monday-Friday; 8:00-4:30 No nights, 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.

Responsibilities

The Clinical Nurse II provides professional nursing care in a busy outpatient endocrinology clinic, assessing patients, administering treatments, managing medications, and coordinating care for complex endocrine conditions. This role also focuses heavily on patient education regarding diagnoses and chronic disease self-management, while supporting broader multispecialty clinic operations.