What are the responsibilities and job description for the Cell Therapy Nurse Coordinator position at UT MD Anderson?
The Cell Therapy Nurse Coordinator plays a central role in directing and coordinating care for Standard of Care (SOC) Cellular Therapy patients. This includes determining treatment eligibility, providing patient and caregiver education, coordinating multidisciplinary care, tracking key data, overseeing diagnostics and treatment orders, ensuring proper consents, and managing all activities essential to comprehensive patient care.
The Cell Therapy Nurse Coordinator is accountable for delivering high-quality, evidence-based care in collaboration with the interprofessional team. This role advocates for patients and caregivers, organizes and prioritizes work to support efficient care, and assists team members to ensure optimal outcomes.
The ideal candidate will have at least one year of experience in CAR-T therapy, cell therapy, or stem cell transplant, with a preference for candidates holding Oncology Certified Nurse (OCN), Blood & Marrow Transplant Certified Nurse (BMTCN), or Transplantation and Cellular Therapy Certified Nurse (TCTN) certification. Additional consideration will be given to candidates who currently reside in or are open to moving to the State of Texas.
This position requires onsite orientation and training, with additional onsite presence as needed to support business operations.
At UT MD Anderson, we offer careers built on care, growth, and balance. Our employees enjoy a benefits package designed to support every stage of life, starting on day one.
Care Coordination and Communication
The Cell Therapy Nurse Coordinator will:
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
The Cell Therapy Nurse Coordinator is accountable for delivering high-quality, evidence-based care in collaboration with the interprofessional team. This role advocates for patients and caregivers, organizes and prioritizes work to support efficient care, and assists team members to ensure optimal outcomes.
The ideal candidate will have at least one year of experience in CAR-T therapy, cell therapy, or stem cell transplant, with a preference for candidates holding Oncology Certified Nurse (OCN), Blood & Marrow Transplant Certified Nurse (BMTCN), or Transplantation and Cellular Therapy Certified Nurse (TCTN) certification. Additional consideration will be given to candidates who currently reside in or are open to moving to the State of Texas.
This position requires onsite orientation and training, with additional onsite presence as needed to support business operations.
At UT MD Anderson, we offer careers built on care, growth, and balance. Our employees enjoy a benefits package designed to support every stage of life, starting on day one.
- 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
- Extensive wellness, recognition, fitness, employee health programs and employee resource groups
Care Coordination and Communication
The Cell Therapy Nurse Coordinator will:
- Build relationships with patients and caregivers once eligibility is determined and treatment approval is granted.
- Establish a consistent point of contact for patients throughout their cellular therapy journey.
- Support patients with planning, logistics, and therapy-related goals.
- Work with surgical teams to ensure proper chain of custody is maintained.
- Coordinate timely appointments for support services such as apheresis, social work, dietetics, and enhanced recovery.
- Monitor patient transitions between ambulatory and inpatient settings, collaborating with care management teams in both areas.
- Collaborate with the SOC Assistant Cellular Therapy Coordinator to address financial and clinical matters affecting treatment.
- Communicate with healthcare team members and other organizational partners to support patient needs.
- Assess patient, family, and caregiver needs after financial approval and throughout care, including psychosocial, financial, and emotional changes.
- Provide daily updates to the Assistant Cellular Therapy Coordinator for tracking within the institutional database.
- Apply knowledge of payer requirements and insurance processes affecting cellular therapy.
- Ensure all patient matters related to eligibility, logistics, and treatment meet REMS requirements.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
- Provide education to patients and caregivers on the cellular therapy process, available support services, and REMS requirements.
- Coordinate with the clinical team to deliver education about cellular therapy to patients, families, and caregivers.
- Report concerns and conduct follow-up regarding the coordination of appointments, tests, and procedures with appropriate scheduling or care team members.
- Build and maintain strong working relationships with key ambulatory and inpatient partners across UT MD Anderson, including faculty, advanced practice providers, nursing, case management, social services, and other teams.
- Prepare clear patient screening summaries for use by the care team. Complete all documentation requirements using standardized processes that follow national regulatory guidelines.
- Participate in multidisciplinary tumor conferences and review recommendations for alignment with NCCN or other national guidelines.
- Engage in performance improvement activities that enhance the experience of patients, families, and caregivers.
- Complete all mandatory training, education, and annual competency requirements.
- Expand knowledge of local and national resources available to patients and families.
- Meet established productivity benchmarks, caseload expectations, and documentation standards that support program performance.
- Work at a top-ranked cancer center known for advancing patient care and treatment innovation.
- Collaborate with expert teams who are committed to excellence and continuous improvement.
- Build a meaningful career supporting patients and families through complex treatment journeys.
- Access strong professional development, education, and growth opportunities.
- Be part of an organization with a clear mission to end cancer and deliver exceptional care.
- Required: Bachelor's Degree Nursing or Associate's Degree Nursing.
- Required: With a Bachelor's degree in nursing, Five years Nursing experience, including two years of oncology nursing.
- Required: With an Associate's degree in nursing, Seven years Nursing experience, including two years of oncology nursing experience.
- Required: RN - Registered Nurse - State Licensure State of Texas Professional Nursing license. Upon Hire and
- Required: BLS - Basic Life Support Upon Hire or
- Required: CPR - Cardiac Pulmonary Resuscitation Upon Hire
- Preferred: OCN - Oncology Nurse Certification Upon Hire
- Preferred: PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support Certification as required by patient care area. Upon Hire
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: 180315
- Employment Status: Full-Time
- Employee Status: Regular
- Work Week: Days
- Minimum Salary: US Dollar (USD) 101,000
- Midpoint Salary: US Dollar (USD) 126,500
- Maximum Salary : US Dollar (USD) 152,000
- FLSA: exempt and not eligible for overtime pay
- Fund Type: Hard
- Work Location: Remote
- Pivotal Position: Yes
- Referral Bonus Available?: Yes
- Relocation Assistance Available?: Yes