Experienced Clinical Nurse - Clinical Decision Unit (CDU - ER)

Clinical Nurse

The Clinical Nurse in the Clinical Decision Unit (CDU) at MD Anderson Cancer Center manages patient outcomes by providing, coordinating and supporting clinical aspects of direct patient care across the continuum of care. They impact quality of patient care, patient outcomes and use of resources in a designated area in collaboration with a multidisciplinary team. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's Degree in Nursing, a TX RN license, and at least one year of recent RN experience in a hospital ER/ED setting. Previous ER/ED experience is required, as this position includes cross-training in the ER and the expectation to float to the ER as operational needs arise. Candidates should be comfortable caring for a diverse patient population in a fast-paced environment and transitioning between the CDU and ER settings. The ideal candidate must be available to work either Day/Evening (7am - 7pm) or Evening/Night (7pm - 7am), Monday - Friday, with rotating weekends and holidays required.

The Clinical Decision Unit (CDU) is an outpatient unit that provides observation services to patients that do not meet the admission criteria. A designated 16-bed medical unit where adult patients in need of additional monitoring, diagnostic evaluation and/or treatment may be placed while a clinical decision is being made to admit the patient for hospitalization or discharge the patient for further care. Available for patient care 24 hours a day, seven days a week, including holidays. Because the CDU and the ER work closely together, Clinical Nurses in this role will be cross-trained to the ER and may float to the ER to support patient care needs. Hourly breakdown of salary range: Minimum $32.70 - Midpoint $50.48 - Maximum $68.27

MD Anderson offers our nurses:

• Three 12 hour shifts per week, 1872 hours per year (minimum)
• $8,320 annual inpatient differential, paid $346.67 per paycheck
• Paid employee medical benefits (zero premium) starting on first day
• Minimum 24.5 days paid leave in first year (PTO & holidays)
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Teacher's Retirement System defined-benefit pension plan
• Employer paid short-term disability, life & accidental death insurance
• Certification pay and State of Texas longevity pay
• No State income tax
• Relocation assistance

MD Anderson is among 1% of hospitals nationwide who have earned five consecutive Magnet Recognition Program designations from the American Nurses Credentialing Center. Our nursing community transforms nursing care through clinical practice, education and research. Each day, more than 4,400 registered nurses deliver compassionate, evidence-based cancer care to patients and their families.

• Manages patient outcomes by providing, coordinating and supporting clinical aspects of direct patient care across the continuum of care.
• Collaborates with physicians, other services, patient and patient's family to plan care and evaluate outcomes.
• Improves practice by integrating results and theories of research studies.
• Participates in data collection for current studies.
• Demonstrates clinical competency and compassion in providing care, using technology, administering medications, performing procedures and managing emergencies.
• Documents care according to established standards.
• Accesses, inputs and retrieves information from computer systems. Assures continuity of care through appropriate discharge planning, patient education and coordination of services.
• Acts as a patient and family advocate in order to uphold patient rights.
• Trains, coaches and assists team members to ensure optimum patient care and efficient use of resources.

Education Required: Graduation from an accredited school of professional nursing. Education Preferred: Bachelor of Science in Nursing would be a plus. Experience 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. This position is not eligible for the residency program. Experience Preferred: Must have at least one year of recent RN experience in a hospital emergency room. Licenses/Certifications Required: Current State of Texas Professional Nursing license (RN). Licenses/Certifications Preferred: Certification in oncology or other nursing specialty. American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS), ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) or PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) certification as required by patient care area.