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*Clinical Nurse - Mays Post Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU)*

*Summary*

The *Clinical Nurse in the Mays Post Anesthesia Care Unit *is responsible for the provision of care to patients and families consistent with the unit's values, beliefs, and behaviors to meet the demands of the future.

*Ideal Candidate Statement*

The ideal candidate will have experience in the Post-Anesthesia Care Unit, Intensive Care Unit, Telemetry Unit, Emergency Room, and/or Pediatrics. They will demonstrate strong critical thinking and clinical expertise, thrive under pressure, and bring an innovative and collaborative approach to care. With a passion for patient- and family-centered care, they are committed to continuously improving practice and outcomes.

*Schedule:*

• Day shift Extended Recovery/PACU

• (3) 12-hour shift and (1) 4-hour shift

• Every other weekend and occasional holidays

*Hourly breakdown of salary range:*

Minimum $32.69 - Midpoint $50.48 - Maximum $68.26

PLUS - Nurses will earn up to $7,280 in annual department-based differentials.

*Why MD Anderson:*

• Work in a world-renowned institution committed to excellence in patient care and innovation

• Access to 30+ operating rooms equipped with the latest surgical technology

• Opportunities for professional growth, shared governance, and interdisciplinary collaboration

*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!

*Job-Specific Competencies*

Transformational Leadership

• Provide patient- and family-centered care aligned with unit values.

• Support daily operations and financial goals through efficient resource use.

• Anticipate patient needs in collaboration with nursing leaders.

• Practice autonomously within professional scope.

• Participate in change initiatives, mentoring, and team collaboration.

New Knowledge, Innovation, & Improvement

• Deliver exemplary, evidence-based nursing practice.

• Apply research and technology to improve patient care.

• Ensure compliance with regulatory standards.

• Promote innovation and challenge the status quo.

• Evaluate care outcomes using evidence-based measures.

Structural Empowerment

• Engage in problem-solving to achieve unit goals.

• Provide staff feedback and support professional development.

• Foster accountability and Just Culture.

• Strengthen communication, collaboration, and conflict management.

• Build partnerships to improve patient outcomes.

Exemplary Professional Practice & Outcomes

• Practice quality, evidence-based nursing consistent with standards and ethics.

• Use systematic approaches to achieve measurable outcomes.

• Collaborate effectively with patients, families, and interdisciplinary teams.

• Maintain clinical and technological proficiency.

• Pursue lifelong learning and professional engagement.

• Monitor outcomes and contribute to quality improvement initiatives.

Clinical Expertise

• Organize workflow for efficiency and safety.

• Respond effectively to crises and PACU/OR emergencies.

• Ensure patient safety through adherence to protocols.

• Manage supplies, equipment, and documentation accurately.

• Support cost-saving strategies and resource stewardship.

• Maintain sterile technique and safe handling of specimens, prosthetics, and medications.

*Education:*

Graduation from an accredited school of professional nursing.

*Experience:*

*Preferred:* at least one year of Registered Nurse experience in Post-Anesthesia Care Unit, Intensive Care Unit, Telemetry Unit, Emergency Room, and/or Pediatrics.

*Licensure/Certification:*

Current State of Texas Professional Nursing license (RN). Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification if working in the following department: Nrsg Post Anesthesia Care Unit (600160).

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: 177468

* Employment Status: Full-Time

* Employee Status: Regular

* Work Week: Day/Evening, Days, Evening/Night, 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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