What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Manager, Nurse - Main - Radiation Oncology position at MD Anderson Cancer Center?
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Radiation Therapy Nursing Department
The Radiation Therapy Nursing Department provides specialized care for patients undergoing radiation treatment. Our team collaborates with interdisciplinary professionals to ensure safe, effective, and compassionate care throughout the treatment process. We focus on evidence-based practices to optimize patient outcomes and enhance the overall experience for patients and their families.
Assistant Nurse Manager Role
The Assistant Nurse Manager supports the coordination of patient care services and daily operations within the unit. This role ensures high-quality, evidence-based care across the continuum for patients receiving radiation therapy. The position also assists in staff development, workflow management, and performance improvement initiatives.
Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate is a licensed Registered Nurse with graduation from an accredited nursing program and holds a Bachelor's degree in nursing. They have at least five years of clinical nursing experience, preferably in oncology or radiation therapy settings. Current Texas RN licensure and Basic Life Support (BLS) certification are required; Oncology Nurse Certification (OCN) or specialty certification is preferred. Strong leadership, critical thinking, and communication skills are essential for success in this role.
Shift Details
The typical work schedule is Monday - Friday, day shift, with occasional weekend or holiday coverage as needed.
Hourly Breakdown of Salary Range
Hourly breakdown of salary range: Minimum $53.36 - Midpoint $66.83 - Maximum $80.28
What's In It For Me (WIIFM)
The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center offers excellent benefits, including medical, dental, paid time off, retirement, tuition benefits, educational opportunities, and individual and team recognition.
This position may be responsible for maintaining the security and integrity of critical infrastructure, as defined in Section 113.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code and therefore may require routine reviews and screening. The ability to satisfy and maintain all requirements necessary to ensure the continued security and integrity of such infrastructure is a condition of hire and continued employment.
It is the policy of The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center to provide equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state, or local laws unless such distinction is required by law.http://www.mdanderson.org/about-us/legal-and-policy/legal-statements/eeo-affirmative-action.html
Additional Information
Radiation Therapy Nursing Department
The Radiation Therapy Nursing Department provides specialized care for patients undergoing radiation treatment. Our team collaborates with interdisciplinary professionals to ensure safe, effective, and compassionate care throughout the treatment process. We focus on evidence-based practices to optimize patient outcomes and enhance the overall experience for patients and their families.
Assistant Nurse Manager Role
The Assistant Nurse Manager supports the coordination of patient care services and daily operations within the unit. This role ensures high-quality, evidence-based care across the continuum for patients receiving radiation therapy. The position also assists in staff development, workflow management, and performance improvement initiatives.
Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate is a licensed Registered Nurse with graduation from an accredited nursing program and holds a Bachelor's degree in nursing. They have at least five years of clinical nursing experience, preferably in oncology or radiation therapy settings. Current Texas RN licensure and Basic Life Support (BLS) certification are required; Oncology Nurse Certification (OCN) or specialty certification is preferred. Strong leadership, critical thinking, and communication skills are essential for success in this role.
Shift Details
The typical work schedule is Monday - Friday, day shift, with occasional weekend or holiday coverage as needed.
Hourly Breakdown of Salary Range
Hourly breakdown of salary range: Minimum $53.36 - Midpoint $66.83 - Maximum $80.28
What's In It For Me (WIIFM)
- Employer-paid medical coverage starting day one for employees working 30 hours/week, plus optional group dental, vision, life, AD&D, and disability insurance.
- Accruals for PTO and Extended Illness Bank, plus paid holidays, wellness, childcare, and other leave options.
- Tuition Assistance Program after six months of service and access to extensive wellness, fitness, and employee resource groups.
- Defined-benefit pension through the Teachers Retirement System, voluntary retirement plans, and employer-paid life and reduced salary protection programs.
- Participate in unit-based clinical care at least 50% of the time.
- Organize workflow and allocate resources efficiently.
- Respond to emergencies per established SOP and algorithms.
- Validate staff performance and knowledge objectively.
- Implement cost-saving strategies and avoid waste of resources.
- Ensure adherence to safety standards, guidelines, and policies.
- Inspect and assemble equipment for safe and correct functioning.
- Assist with staffing plans, orientation, and staff development.
- Support performance improvement projects and integration of research-based practices.
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to resolve operational issues.
- Required: Bachelor's Degree Nursing.
- Preferred: Master's Degree Nursing or related field.
- Required: 3 years Clinical nursing experience.
- : Successful completion of the M.D. Anderson Cancer Center New Graduate Nurse Residency Program can be substituted for two of the three required years of clinical nursing experience.
- Required: RN - Registered Nurse - State Licensure Current State of Texas Professional Nursing license (RN). Upon Hire and
- Required: BLS - Basic Life Support Upon Hire or
- Required: Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Upon Hire
- Preferred: OCN - Oncology Nurse Certification Certification in Oncology or specialty practice area. Upon Hire
- Preferred: ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification as required by patient care area. Upon Hire
- Preferred: PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support Certification as required by patient care area. Upon Hire
The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center offers excellent benefits, including medical, dental, paid time off, retirement, tuition benefits, educational opportunities, and individual and team recognition.
This position may be responsible for maintaining the security and integrity of critical infrastructure, as defined in Section 113.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code and therefore may require routine reviews and screening. The ability to satisfy and maintain all requirements necessary to ensure the continued security and integrity of such infrastructure is a condition of hire and continued employment.
It is the policy of The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center to provide equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state, or local laws unless such distinction is required by law.http://www.mdanderson.org/about-us/legal-and-policy/legal-statements/eeo-affirmative-action.html
Additional Information
- Requisition ID: 177865
- Employment Status: Full-Time
- Employee Status: Regular
- Work Week: Days, Varied
- Minimum Salary: US Dollar (USD) 111,000
- Midpoint Salary: US Dollar (USD) 139,000
- Maximum Salary : US Dollar (USD) 167,000
- FLSA: exempt and eligible for overtime, paid at a straight rate
- Fund Type: Hard
- Work Location: Onsite
- Pivotal Position: Yes
- Referral Bonus Available?: Yes
- Relocation Assistance Available?: Yes
Salary : $53 - $80