Whether you’re just beginning your nursing career or bringing years of experience, there’s a place for you here.
The Forest at Duke is an upscale retirement community featuring a beautiful, newly constructed Health Center—and a care model that puts both residents and nurses first.
What sets us apart:
- Thoughtfully designed staffing approach that supports meaningful relationships—not rushed care
- A person-centered Small House Model where residents have a true voice in their daily lives
- Collaboration with top-notch Duke geriatricians, providing exceptional clinical partnership and support
- A team-based environment where nurses are supported and valued
Position Overview
As a Registered Nurse (RN), you will provide hands-on, bedside nursing care in a warm, homelike setting.
This role is rooted in clinical excellence and connection—giving you the time and support to truly know your residents while delivering high-quality, holistic care alongside highly respected geriatric physicians.
Schedule That Supports Your Life
4:3 schedule with 12-hour shifts
Predictable, consistent scheduling
What You’ll Do
- Provide direct bedside care, including medication administration and treatments
- Conduct clinical rounds and monitor resident conditions
- Collaborate closely with care partners, interdisciplinary team members, and Duke geriatricians to support resident wellness
- Communicate changes in condition and coordinate care with physicians and pharmacy partners
- Contribute to care planning and documentation to support individualized care
- Build meaningful connections through thoughtful, compassionate communication with residents and their families, helping them feel informed, supported, and truly cared for
Compensation
- Competitive pay based on experience
- Shift differentials available
- Opportunities for performance-based bonuses
What The Forest Offers
- Low-cost, high-value health benefits (medical, dental, vision, FSA)
- 403(b) with 7% company match
- 100% employer-paid life and disability insurance
- Generous paid time off (vacation, sick, discretionary)
- Tuition reimbursement + scholarship opportunities
- Employee wellness and recognition programs
- A workplace culture that truly values and supports its team
What You Bring
- Eligible to practice as a Registered Nurse (RN) in North Carolina
- Whether you’re early in your career or bring years of experience, a passion for person-centered care
- Strong communication and clinical skills
- Comfort with electronic health records
Why Nurses Choose The Forest
Here, you’re not just completing tasks—you’re building relationships, working alongside exceptional physicians, and making a meaningful difference every single shift.
If you’re ready to be part of a team where you can grow, connect, and truly enjoy the work you do—we’d love to meet you.
Apply today for prompt consideration.
