Clinical Nurse, Outpatient - PACU - Woodlands

Clinical Nurse

This position will be located in the Woodlands, Texas. The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center is seeking a Clinical Nurse to deliver high-quality, evidence-based care within Woodlands. The Clinical Nurse plays a vital role in coordinating care across the continuum while collaborating with an interdisciplinary team to ensure optimal patient outcomes. In this setting, the Clinical Nurse serves as both a clinical expert and patient advocate, contributing to seamless transitions of care, patient education, and care coordination for complex oncology populations. The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center is a leading institution focused on cancer care, research, education, and prevention. At UT MD Anderson, the Clinical Nurse contributes to a nationally recognized standard of excellence by integrating innovation, research, and compassionate care to improve the lives of patients and their families.

The ideal candidate will have at least 3 years of nursing experience in Intensive Care Unit (ICU), Emergency Room (ER), or Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) settings. Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Certification is also required for this position. Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:30am - 5:00pm. Some flexibility may be required. Hourly breakdown of salary range: Minimum $32.69 - Midpoint $50.57 - Maximum $68.50 PLUS - Nurses will earn up to $3,120 in annual department-based differentials.

Working as a Clinical Nurse at UT MD Anderson provides the opportunity to directly impact patient outcomes in one of the nation's most prestigious cancer centers. This role supports professional growth through hands-on clinical leadership, participation in research and evidence-based initiatives, and collaboration with a highly skilled interdisciplinary team, all while promoting a balanced and rewarding work environment. MD Anderson offers our nurses:

• 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
• Health Savings Account and Dependent Care Reimbursement flexible spending accounts
• Fertility benefits
• State of Texas longevity pay
• Extensive wellness, recognition, fitness, employee health programs and employee resource groups.

Clinical Nurses relocating from 100+ miles from MD Anderson will also qualify for up to $10,000 in relocation assistance! MD Anderson is among 25 of hospitals in the world who have earned six 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.

Responsibilities

Transformational Leadership

• Lead patients, families, and team members toward meeting future care needs
• Organize and prioritize patient care team activities, including chemotherapy/biotherapy administration
• Coordinate pump connects/disconnects, antibiotic therapy, IV fluids, and IV starts
• Respond rapidly to chemotherapy reactions and clinical emergencies
• Ensure continuity of care through patient education and service coordination
• Practice autonomously within professional nursing scope

Structural Empowerment

• Participate actively in shared decision-making at the unit level
• Identify barriers to patient care and implement solutions
• Build strong partnerships across the organization to improve outcomes

Exemplary Professional Practice

• Train, coach, and support team members to optimize patient care and resource utilization
• Manage and provide patient care within assigned clinical areas
• Function in roles such as charge nurse, preceptor, clinical coach, and protocol manager
• Demonstrate clinical competency in administering medications, procedures, and emergency management
• Assess patient needs for nursing care and additional services
• Provide coverage for Surgical Oncology and Infusion patients as required
• Collaborate with physicians and interdisciplinary teams to plan and evaluate care
• Advocate for patients and families to uphold patient rights

New Knowledge, Innovation, and Improvements

• Integrate research findings and evidence-based practices into daily care
• Participate in or lead evidence-based practice projects
• Contribute to redesign of care delivery models for patient populations

Empirical Quality Results

• Incorporate safety and quality standards into all aspects of care delivery
• Minimize at-risk behaviors and promote a culture of safety
• Utilize Good Catch and incident reporting systems consistently
• Collaborate in quality and performance improvement initiatives
• Document care according to established standards

Other duties as assigned.

Education

• Required: Graduation from an accredited school of professional nursing.
• Preferred: Bachelor's Degree Nursing.

Work Experience

• Required: None
• Preferred: At least one year of experience as a registered nurse.

Licenses and Certifications

• Required: RN - Registered Nurse - State Licensure Current State of Texas Professional Nursing license. Upon Hire and
• Required: BLS - Basic Life Support Upon Hire or
• Required: Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Upon Hire and
• Required: ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support If working in the following department: ASC Post Anesthesia (600761). Upon Hire or
• Required: PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support If working in the following departments: ASC Post Anesthesia (600761) or Pedi - Child & Adolescent Center (113200). Upon Hire
• Preferred: OCN - Oncology Nurse Certification Certification in specialty practice area. Upon Hire

Other Requirements:

All clinical nurses with less than one year of registered nurse (RN) work experience will be required to participate in the Clinical Nurse Residency Program. 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.