What are the responsibilities and job description for the Clinical Nurse, Outpatient - Radiation Therapeutic Nursing position at MD Anderson Cancer Center?
The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center in Houston is one of the world's most respected centers focused on cancer patient care, research, education and prevention. It was named the nation's No. 1 hospital for cancer care in U.S. News & World Report's 2018 rankings. It is one of the nation's original three comprehensive cancer centers designated by the National Cancer Institute.
Join our team at MD Anderson Cancer Center as a Clinical Nurse in the Radiation Therapeutic Nursing department, specializing in Genitourinary (GU) care. We are seeking a skilled and compassionate nurse with a strong background in direct patient care and a passion for excellence in outpatient oncology nursing.
In this role, you will provide expert nursing care to patients undergoing radiation therapy for GU-related conditions. As part of a multidisciplinary team, you will perform patient assessments, administer treatments, provide education, and coordinate care to ensure the best possible patient outcomes.
The ideal candidate will have Ambulatory Nursing experience. Radiation Nursing and EPIC experience are a plus.
What We Offer
Essential Job Functions Summary
Required: Graduation from an accredited school of professional nursing.
Experience
One year of Clinical Nurse experience
Certification/Licensure
Required: All clinical nurses with less than one year registered nurse (RN) work experience will be required to participate in the Clinical Nurse Residency Program. Current State of Texas Professional Nursing license (RN). Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification if working in the following department: Nrsg Post Anesthesia Care Unit (600160).
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
Join our team at MD Anderson Cancer Center as a Clinical Nurse in the Radiation Therapeutic Nursing department, specializing in Genitourinary (GU) care. We are seeking a skilled and compassionate nurse with a strong background in direct patient care and a passion for excellence in outpatient oncology nursing.
In this role, you will provide expert nursing care to patients undergoing radiation therapy for GU-related conditions. As part of a multidisciplinary team, you will perform patient assessments, administer treatments, provide education, and coordinate care to ensure the best possible patient outcomes.
The ideal candidate will have Ambulatory Nursing experience. Radiation Nursing and EPIC experience are a plus.
What We Offer
- A supportive and collaborative team environment
- Opportunities for professional growth and development
- A department that values work-life balance to help you maintain a healthy and fulfilling career
- Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
Essential Job Functions Summary
- Assess patients' needs using clinical skills and analytical abilities to provide high-quality nursing care.
- Manage and deliver patient care in the assigned area, ensuring effective planning and evaluation of outcomes in collaboration with physicians, other services, and the patient's family.
- Integrate age-specific care needs and oncology principles into patient care while aligning with institutional goals and professional standards.
- Demonstrate clinical competency and compassion in administering medications, performing procedures, and managing emergencies.
- Ensure continuity of care through discharge planning, patient education, and coordination of services.
- Act as a patient and family advocate, ensuring patient rights are upheld.
- Train, coach, and support team members to optimize patient care and resource use.
- Participate in data collection and integrate research findings to improve clinical practice.
Required: Graduation from an accredited school of professional nursing.
Experience
One year of Clinical Nurse experience
Certification/Licensure
Required: All clinical nurses with less than one year registered nurse (RN) work experience will be required to participate in the Clinical Nurse Residency Program. Current State of Texas Professional Nursing license (RN). Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification if working in the following department: Nrsg Post Anesthesia Care Unit (600160).
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: 174061
- Employment Status: Full-Time
- Employee Status: Regular
- Work Week: Days, Evenings, Varied, Weekends
- Minimum Salary: US Dollar (USD) 68,000
- Midpoint Salary: US Dollar (USD) 105,000
- Maximum Salary : US Dollar (USD) 142,000
- FLSA: exempt and eligible for overtime, paid at a time and a half rate
- Fund Type: Hard
- Work Location: Onsite
- Pivotal Position: Yes
- Referral Bonus Available?: Yes
- Relocation Assistance Available?: Yes
- Science Jobs: No
