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*MISSION STATEMENT*

The mission of The University of Texas M. D. Anderson Cancer Center is to eliminate cancer in Texas, the nation, and the world through outstanding programs that integrate patient care, research and prevention, and through education for undergraduate and graduate students, trainees, professionals, employees and the public.

*SUMMARY*

The primary purpose of the Outpatient Clinical Nurse position is to coordinate and implement patient care across the continuum of care. The Outpatient Clinical Nurse is accountable and responsible for providing quality, evidence-based patient care through the appropriate use of resources in collaboration with the inter-professional team. Acts as a patient and family advocate to uphold patient rights. Organizes and prioritizes work of patient care team; trains, coaches and assists team members to ensure optimum patient care and efficient use of resources.

MD Anderson Cancer Center has a Clinical Nurse opportunity in the Sarcoma and Orthopaedic Center.

*The ideal candidate will be a licensed RN with at least one year of oncology nursing experience. Certification in Oncology Nursing is preferred. *

*Shift: Monday-Friday typically 8am- 5pm no weekends or holidays*

*Work-Life Balance: *Enjoy a Monday-Friday schedule with no weekends or holidays, giving you time for family and personal priorities.

*Professional Growth: *Join a world-class cancer center that values innovation, evidence-based practice, and offers opportunities for mentorship, leadership roles, and continuing education.

*Impactful Work: *Make a difference by providing specialized care to patients with complex conditions in a collaborative, supportive environment dedicated to eliminating cancer.

*Transformational Leadership*

Leads patients, families, and colleagues to anticipate and meet future care needs.

Organizes and prioritizes the work of the patient care team, including:

Administration of chemotherapy/biotherapy agents

IV fluid and antibiotic therapy

Pump connects/disconnects

Rapid response to infusion reactions and emergencies

IV insertions and vascular access management

Ensures continuity of care through patient education and coordination of services.

Practices autonomously within the scope of professional nursing standards.

*Structural Empowerment*

Actively participates in shared decision-making at the unit level.

Identifies barriers to care and contributes to effective solutions.

Builds strong partnerships across departments to support patient outcomes.

*Exemplary Professional Practice*

Trains, mentors, and supports team members to ensure optimal care and resource utilization.

Manages and delivers patient care in assigned areas.

Functions effectively in roles such as charge nurse, preceptor, clinical coach, and protocol manager.

Demonstrates clinical competency in procedures, medication administration, and emergency response.

Assesses patient needs and collaborates with physicians and care teams to develop and evaluate care plans.

Advocates for patients and upholds their rights throughout the care process.

Provides coverage for Surgical Oncology and Infusion patients as needed.

*New Knowledge, Innovation, and Improvements*

Integrates research findings and evidence-based practices into daily care.

Participates in or leads practice improvement and care redesign initiatives.

*Empirical Quality Results*

Applies safety and quality standards in all aspects of care delivery.

Minimizes risk behaviors and reports incidents using established systems.

Collaborates on performance improvement efforts.

Documents care accurately and in accordance with institutional standards.

*Other Duties*

Performs additional responsibilities as assigned to support unit and institutional goals.

*EDUCATION:*

Required: Graduation from an accredited school of professional nursing.

Preferred: Bachelor's of Science in Nursing.

*EXPERIENCE:*

Required: None.

Preferred: One year of oncology nursing experience.

*LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION:*

Required: Clinical Nurse Residency Program. Current State of Texas Professional Nursing license (RN). Basic Life Support (BLS) or Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification. Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification if working in the following department: ASC Post Anesthesia (600761). Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) if working in the following departments: ASC Post Anesthesia (600761) or Pedi - Child & Adolescent Center (113200).

Preferred: Certification in Oncology Nursing

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: 177483

* Employment Status: Full-Time

* Employee Status: Regular

* Work Week: Days

* 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: Hybrid Onsite/Remote

* Pivotal Position: Yes

* Referral Bonus Available?: Yes

* Relocation Assistance Available?: Yes

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