Oncology RN - Transplant Cellular Therapy Clinic

UT Southwestern Medical Center•Dallas, TX

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Oncology Registered Nurse works under general supervision in the Bone Marrow Transplant and Transplant Cellular Therapy Cancer Clinic at UT Southwestern’s Simmons Comprehensive Cancer Center in Dallas, Texas. The role supports oncology patients, families, and caregivers in overcoming healthcare barriers, including social, financial, and physical barriers. The nurse assesses needs throughout the oncology continuum of care, facilitates referrals, and provides evidence-based education and resources to support informed decision-making. The position uses the nursing process to assess patient health, plan and deliver care, evaluate outcomes, communicate with the care team, and document interventions. It also includes coordinating and delegating care assignments, preparing for procedures, serving as a resource or preceptor to nursing staff, and helping maintain a safe and effective team environment. The work is performed in clinical and hospital settings.

Requirements

Graduate of an approved or accredited nursing program.
At least 1 year of nursing experience.
Current Texas nursing license or BNE Compact State nursing license.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from a course accredited by the American Heart Association or American Red Cross.
Ability to complete most assignments with substantial independence.
Ability to maintain current customer-service, nursing, and technical skills through training and seminars.
Ability to read, write, and perform mathematical calculations; ability to communicate in English.
Good verbal and written communication skills.
Proficiency in computer technology.
Ability to use judgment in applying procedures, nursing assessment techniques, practices, and policies.
Ability to coordinate information through frequent contact with physicians, residents, fellows, allied health personnel, and office support personnel.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).

Responsibilities

Assess and document patients’ physiological, psychological, sociocultural, and spiritual health status, accounting for age-specific considerations.
Perform ongoing assessments and communicate relevant health-status information to team members and departments.
Interpret assessment data, anticipate patient, family, and physician needs, and develop and prioritize appropriate plans of care.
Implement nursing interventions, evaluate their effectiveness, and modify care plans as needed; document care accurately and promptly.
Collaborate with healthcare team members to support optimal patient care.
Follow clinic policies, procedures, and standards of nursing practice while delivering oncology care.
Provide timely patient and family education, document education, and communicate effectively with patients of all ages.
Supervise, direct, coordinate, and delegate patient-care assignments within legal parameters.
Prepare for procedures by obtaining supplies and equipment; safely operate instruments, supplies, and equipment in a cost-effective manner.
Serve as a subject matter or resource person and preceptor to nursing staff, and complete clinical performance evaluations in a timely manner.
Troubleshoot and resolve or escalate issues involving counts and errors, patient care, relationships, equipment, supplies, or the work environment.
Support development and maintenance of a collaborative team environment.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage.
100% coverage for preventive healthcare with no copay.
Paid time off, available day one.
Retirement programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS).
Paid parental leave.
Wellness programs.
Tuition reimbursement.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) qualified employer.
Paid holidays.
On-site childcare.
Merit increases.