Clinical Nurse, Outpatient - Woodlands Radiation Oncology Clinic
About The Position
The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center is seeking a Clinical Nurse to deliver high-quality, evidence-based care within Woodlands. The Clinical Nurse plays a vital role in coordinating care across the continuum while collaborating with an interdisciplinary team to ensure optimal patient outcomes. In this setting, the Clinical Nurse serves as both a clinical expert and patient advocate, contributing to seamless transitions of care, patient education, and care coordination for complex oncology populations, including Surgical Oncology and Infusion patients as needed. The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center is a leading institution focused on cancer care, research, education, and prevention. At UT MD Anderson, the Clinical Nurse contributes to a nationally recognized standard of excellence by integrating innovation, research, and compassionate care to improve the lives of patients and their families. The ideal candidate will bring nursing experience in an Ambulatory setting, as well as Oncology experience. Additionally, candidates with at least 1 year of nursing experience are preferred.
Requirements
- Graduation from an accredited school of professional nursing.
- RN - Registered Nurse - State Licensure Current State of Texas Professional Nursing license.
- BLS - Basic Life Support Upon Hire
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Upon Hire
- ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support If working in the following department: ASC Post Anesthesia (600761). Upon Hire
- PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support If working in the following departments: ASC Post Anesthesia (600761) or Pedi - Child & Adolescent Center (113200). Upon Hire
- All clinical nurses with less than one year of registered nurse (RN) work experience will be required to participate in the Clinical Nurse Residency Program.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor's Degree Nursing.
- At least one year of experience as a registered nurse.
- OCN - Oncology Nurse Certification Certification in specialty practice area. Upon Hire
Responsibilities
- Lead patients, families, and team members toward meeting future care needs
- Organize and prioritize patient care team activities, including chemotherapy/biotherapy administration
- Coordinate pump connects/disconnects, antibiotic therapy, IV fluids, and IV starts
- Respond rapidly to chemotherapy reactions and clinical emergencies
- Ensure continuity of care through patient education and service coordination
- Practice autonomously within professional nursing scope
- Participate actively in shared decision-making at the unit level
- Identify barriers to patient care and implement solutions
- Build strong partnerships across the organization to improve outcomes
- Train, coach, and support team members to optimize patient care and resource utilization
- Manage and provide patient care within assigned clinical areas
- Function in roles such as charge nurse, preceptor, clinical coach, and protocol manager
- Demonstrate clinical competency in administering medications, procedures, and emergency management
- Assess patient needs for nursing care and additional services
- Provide coverage for Surgical Oncology and Infusion patients as required
- Collaborate with physicians and interdisciplinary teams to plan and evaluate care
- Advocate for patients and families to uphold patient rights
- Integrate research findings and evidence-based practices into daily care
- Participate in or lead evidence-based practice projects
- Contribute to redesign of care delivery models for patient populations
- Incorporate safety and quality standards into all aspects of care delivery
- Minimize at-risk behaviors and promote a culture of safety
- Utilize Good Catch and incident reporting systems consistently
- Collaborate in quality and performance improvement initiatives
- Document care according to established standards
- Other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Paid employee medical benefits (zero premium) starting on first day for employees who work 30 or more hours per week
- Group Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D and Disability coverage
- Paid time off (PTO) and Extended Illness Bank (EIB) paid leave accruals
- Paid institutional holidays, wellness leave, childcare leave, and other paid leave programs
- Tuition Assistance Program after six months of service
- Teachers Retirement System defined-benefit pension plan and two voluntary retirement plans
- Employer paid life, AD&D and an illness-related reduced salary pay program
- Health Savings Account and Dependent Care Reimbursement flexible spending accounts
- Fertility benefits
- State of Texas longevity pay
- Extensive wellness, recognition, fitness, employee health programs and employee resource groups.
- Relocation assistance up to $10,000 for Clinical Nurses relocating from 100+ miles from MD Anderson.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
