Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) - Nursing Fellowship

UT MD Anderson Cancer Center • Houston, TX

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About The Position

The Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) in the Oncology Fellowship promotes and maintains client health across the health care continuum, participates in experiential and academic education to advance oncology nursing practice across the institution, and engages in professional development. The year-long Post Graduate Fellowship in Oncology Nursing at The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center provides a core clinical curriculum spanning cancer care from prevention to end-of-life. Fellows select and pursue an oncology specialty area for clinical focus and practice, complete the fellowship curriculum, and develop an evidence-based project relevant to that focus. The program begins September 1, 2027, and applications are due January 15, 2027.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Nursing or Doctor of Nursing Practice. The degree requirement may be waived for applicants recognized as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse by the Texas State Board of Nursing before January 1, 2003.
• Graduate education and related Texas Board of Nursing authorization must be consistent with the clinical practice area and patient population.
• Written authorization from the Texas Board of Nursing to function as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse.
• One of the listed APRN credentials or practice-area authorizations is required upon hire, consistent with the clinical practice area and patient population.
• BLS certification is required upon hire.
• PALS certification is required upon hire for work in Pediatric - Patient Care (113100).
• Authorization for limited prescriptive authority by the Texas Board of Nursing may be required.
• Must obtain and maintain relevant clinical privileges; continued employment is contingent upon maintaining these privileges.

Nice To Haves

• BLS certification from the American Heart Association.
• ACLS certification, as required by the patient care area.
• PALS certification, as required by the patient care area.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate broad skills and competence in advanced oncology nursing practice.
• Apply basic scientific, behavioral, nursing, and medical knowledge to clinical problems commonly associated with cancer.
• Describe and discuss the spectrum of cancer care from prevention to palliation.
• Develop proficiency in comprehensive cancer care.
• Develop and organize an evidence-based project relevant to the area of oncology clinical focus.
• Participate in institutional, community, and professional activities.
• Engage in an individualized course of study relevant to oncology nursing.
• Complete all components of the Fellowship curriculum.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical benefits
• Dental benefits
• Paid time off
• Retirement benefits
• Tuition benefits
• Educational opportunities
• Individual and team recognition

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level