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. Relocation Assistance: Available for qualified external candidates. Commitment Bonus: This position includes a $7,500 commitment bonus for eligible new hires Location: 400 Elf St, Durham, NC 27705 Work Schedule: Nights/36 hour Work Schedule Occupational Summary Provide clinical assessment, physiological monitoring, and testing to assist with the diagnosis, management, and prevention of sleep-related disorders. This role utilizes various diagnostic and therapeutic tools to provide care to patients of all ages. Tools and procedures include, but are not limited to: Polysomnography & Scoring: Identifying clinical events respiratory, cardiac, limb movements, arousals according to professional and laboratory guidelines. Reporting: Generating accurate reports by tabulating sleep/wake and clinical event data. Therapeutic Titration: Managing positive airway pressure PAP devices, oximetry, capnography, and nocturnal oxygen. Assessment Tools: Utilizing actigraphy, screening devices, and patient questionnaires. Work Performed by Level Level 1 Preparation: Verify medical orders and protocols; explain procedures to patients and orient them to the sleep center. Calibration: Prepare and calibrate testing equipment to ensure proper functioning; identify and report abnormalities. Data Acquisition: Perform routine PAP mask fittings and apply electrodes/sensors per published standards. Assist with "lights out" and "lights on" procedures. Documentation: Record routine observations, sleep stages, and clinical events to facilitate interpretation. Safety: Assist with interventions necessary for patient safety and therapy e.g., BPAP, O2 administration. Patient Care: Provide age-specific care for adolescent, adult, and geriatric populations. Level 2 All Duties of Level 1: Plus increased clinical independence. Clinical Review: Independently review patient history, physical information, medications, and study protocols. Advanced Monitoring: Independently perform routine and CPAP/split polysomnography data acquisition; ensure signals are artifact-free and make real-time adjustments. Baseline Documentation: Execute "lights out" procedures to document baseline values body position, SpO2, heart rate, etc.. Level 3 All Duties of Levels 1 & 2: Plus leadership and specialized clinical tasks. Patient Integration: Analyze complex patient information
