About Duke Nursing

Nurses at Duke University Health System are committed to excellence, education, innovation, and leadership in providing evidence-based, quality, compassionate, and safe nursing care for those we serve in collaboration with the health care team and our community.

Our patient-focused approach helps make Duke a great place to receive care. We provide patient care at Duke University Hospital, Duke Raleigh Hospital, and Durham Regional Hospital, as well as at clinics throughout the region.

Learn about Duke Nursing’s employment opportunities.

Awards

Our nurses are recognized as leaders in care, both by national organizations and by Duke.

Magnet Designation

All three of our hospitals have achieved Magnet^TM designation for excellence in nursing by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC).

Beacon Award

The Cardiac Care Unit at Duke University Hospital has been recognized for excellent critical care by the American Association of Critical-Care Nurses (AACN).

Cardiac Care Unit Receives Beacon Award

Strength, Hope, and Caring Awards

The Strength, Hope, and Caring Awards program is designed to recognize Duke University Health System staff on a monthly basis. Nurses who have won this award include:

Emily Baker, BSN, RN

Pamela B. Edwards, EdD, MSN, RN, BC

Donna Greenwood, BSN, RN

Dee Harman, BSN, RN

Marcella J. Harris, RN

Angie Kabigting, RN

Amy Kessenich, BSN, RN

Carolina M. Kroninger, RN, CNIV

Sara Sullivan, RN, MSN

Evelyn D. Yankana, BA, RN