Clinical Nurse (1230-2300) / Diagnostic Imaging

University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 68,000 - 142,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Pension plan

Job summary

The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center in Houston, TX seeks an Outpatient Clinical Nurse to coordinate and deliver evidence-based care across outpatient settings. You will advocate for patients, lead care coordination, and support staff development in a fast-paced, inter-professional environment.

Required: BSN, active TX RN license with BLS/CPR, and at least 2 years medical-surgical nursing experience; ACLS/PALS certifications are preferred.

Qualifications

• BSN or higher from an accredited program
• Active Texas RN license with BLS/CPR certification
• Minimum 2 years medical-surgical nursing experience
• ACLS and PALS certifications required; Oncology/post-anesthesia care unit experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and implement patient care across the continuum using evidence-based practices
• Advocate for patient and family rights while ensuring quality and safety standards
• Deliver compassionate, direct patient care consistent with professional practice models
• Utilize systematic approaches to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient outcomes
• Collaborate with inter-professional teams to meet patient and family needs
• Organize and prioritize patient care team activities to optimize efficiency
• Train, coach, and mentor team members to promote high-quality care delivery
• Foster teamwork, collaboration, and a supportive clinical environment
• Participate in daily unit operations to meet financial and operational goals
• Support a culture that values accountability, communication, and professionalism
• Apply new and existing evidence to improve clinical care and patient outcomes
• Participate in change initiatives and promote continuous improvement
• Ensure compliance with regulatory standards and institutional policies
• Utilize technology effectively in patient care delivery
• Contribute to evaluating care delivery through outcome measurements

Skills

Clinical nursing

Patient care

Care coordination

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Nursing

Job description

The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center is a leading institution focused on cancer care, research, education, and prevention, integrating patient care, breakthrough research, and professional education to eliminate cancer in Texas, the nation, and the world. Within this environment, the Outpatient Clinical Nurse plays a vital role in delivering high-quality, evidence-based care across outpatient settings.

The Clinical Nurse within the Diagnostic Imaging Dept is responsible for coordinating and implementing patient care across the continuum, ensuring safe, effective, and patient-centered outcomes. The Outpatient Clinical Nurse collaborates with an inter-professional team, advocates for patients and families, and ensures efficient use of resources. The Outpatient Clinical Nurse also leads care coordination efforts, prioritizes team workflows, and supports staff development to optimize patient outcomes.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor degree in nursing, holds an active Texas RN license with BLS or CPR certification, and brings at least 2 years of medical-surgical nursing experience, along with preferred advanced certifications such as ACLS, PALS, or specialty credentials.

Shift / Hours: Monday - Friday / rotating weekends / 1230 - 2300 / Weekends and Holidays and On-Call / Also responsible for coverage (as needed) for the Houston Area locations.

Why Us?

UT MD Anderson offers an opportunity to contribute directly to a mission‑driven organization focused on eliminating cancer while advancing your clinical expertise in a collaborative outpatient environment. This role supports professional growth through hands‑on patient care, leadership development, and continuous learning, while fostering a balanced and supportive workplace dedicated to employee well‑being and meaningful impact.

• Employer‑paid medical coverage starting day one for employees working 30+ hours/week, plus optional group dental, vision, life, AD&D, and disability insurance.
• Accruals for PTO and Extended Illness Bank, plus paid holidays, wellness, childcare, and other leave options.
• Tuition Assistance Program after six months of service and access to extensive wellness, fitness, and employee resource groups.
• Defined‑benefit pension through the Teachers Retirement System, voluntary retirement plans, and employer‑paid life and reduced salary protection programs.

Responsibilities

Patient Care Delivery & Coordination

• Coordinate and implement patient care across the continuum using evidence‑based practices
• Advocate for patient and family rights while ensuring quality and safety standards
• Deliver compassionate, direct patient care consistent with professional practice models
• Utilize systematic approaches to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient outcomes
• Collaborate with inter‑professional teams to meet patient and family needs

Leadership & Team Support

• Organize and prioritize patient care team activities to optimize efficiency
• Train, coach, and mentor team members to promote high‑quality care delivery
• Foster teamwork, collaboration, and a supportive clinical environment
• Participate in daily unit operations to meet financial and operational goals
• Support a culture that values accountability, communication, and professionalism

Innovation, Improvement & Compliance

• Apply new and existing evidence to improve clinical care and patient outcomes
• Participate in change initiatives and promote continuous improvement
• Ensure compliance with regulatory standards and institutional policies
• Utilize technology effectively in patient care delivery
• Contribute to evaluating care delivery through outcome measurements

  Professional Practice & Development

  • Adhere to the Nurse Practice Act of the State of Texas and established standards
  • Integrate ethical principles into all aspects of clinical practice
  • Maintain clinical competence and technological proficiency
  • Pursue professional development and lifelong learning opportunities
  • Engage with professional organizations to enhance knowledge and practice

  Communication & Collaboration

  • Communicate effectively with patients, families, staff, and leadership
  • Facilitate collaboration across disciplines to improve patient outcomes
  • Manage conflict and support resolution in a professional manner
  • Build strong relationships and partnerships within the care team
  • Provide feedback to leadership on staff performance and operations

  EDUCATION

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

  WORK EXPERIENCE

  • Required: One year of clinical setting experience.

  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, 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. http://www.mdanderson.org/about-us/legal-and-policy/legal-statements/eeo-affirmative-action.html

  Additional Information

  • Requisition ID: 183614
  • Employment Status: Full‑Time
  • Employee Status: Regular
  • Work Week: Day/Evening, Weekends
  • 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