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*Experienced Clinical Nurse - Post Anesthesia Care Unit*

*Shift: *12:00 PM - 12:30 AM, three shifts per week

*Off Days: *To be determined (weekend rotation required)

rking in the *Post Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) *at MD Anderson means being part of a collaborative, high-acuity team that supports patients through critical surgical transitions-all within a world-class cancer center committed to excellence, innovation, and compassionate care.

*Position Summary*

MD Anderson is seeking a skilled Clinical Nurse with a minimum of one year of experience in PreOp, PACU, Surgical ICU, or Surgical IMU. This role involves rotation between PreOp/PACU and TPACU units, providing high-quality, patient-centered care and contributing to continuous improvement initiatives.

*Hourly breakdown of salary range:*

Minimum $32.69 - Midpoint $48.56 - Maximum $64.42

*Benefits at MD Anderson*

• Medical benefits starting Day One (zero premium for employees working 30+ hours/week)

• Dental, vision, life, AD&D, and disability coverage

• Generous PTO, Extended Illness Bank (EIB), and paid holidays

• Tuition Assistance after six months

• Retirement plans including TRS and voluntary options

• Employer-paid life insurance and illness protection

• Flexible Spending Accounts for healthcare and dependent care

• Fertility benefits, wellness programs, and recognition initiatives

• Up to $7,280 in annual unit-based differential pay

• Up to $10,000 relocation assistance for nurses moving from 100+ miles away

*About MD Anderson*

The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center is a global leader in cancer care, research, education, and prevention. Recognized as the No. 1 hospital for cancer care in U.S. News & World Report's 2025-2026 rankings, MD Anderson is one of the original three comprehensive cancer centers designated by the National Cancer Institute.

*Key Responsibilities*

• Deliver care aligned with transformational leadership principles, supporting unit values and future-focused practices.

• Apply evidence-based nursing and contribute to innovation, quality improvement, and the advancement of new knowledge.

• Collaborate in problem-solving and decision-making to achieve unit goals and improve patient outcomes.

• Foster professional relationships with patients, families, and interdisciplinary teams while applying exemplary nursing practice.

• Maintain awareness of empirical outcomes and institutional metrics to inform care and support best practices.

*EDUCATION*

* Required: Graduation from an accredited school of professional nursing.

* Preferred: Bachelor's Degree Nursing.

*WORK EXPERIENCE*

* Required: None

*LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS*

* Required: RN - Registered Nurse - State Licensure Current State of Texas Professional Nursing license. Upon Hire and

* Required: ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support Upon Hire and

* Required: PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support If working in the following department: Nrsg Post Anesthesia Care Unit (600160). Upon Hire

* Preferred: OCN - Oncology Nurse Certification Upon Hire

* Preferred: 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](https://www.utsystem.edu/offices/employee-benefits/insurance-0/eligibility), including medical, dental, [paid time off](https://www.mdanderson.org/about-md-anderson/employee-resources/leave.html), [retirement](https://www.utsystem.edu/offices/employee-benefits/ut-retirement-program/voluntary-retirement-programs), 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](http://www.mdanderson.org/about-us/legal-and-policy/legal-statements/eeo-affirmative-action.html)

Additional Information

* Requisition ID: 177015

* Employment Status: Full-Time

* Employee Status: Regular

* Work Week: Day/Evening, Days, Evenings

* 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

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