Clinical Outcomes Specialist - IMU

University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 111,000 - 167,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision benefits

Paid time off & holidays

Tuition assistance

Retirement plans

Job summary

The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center seeks a Clinical Outcomes Specialist to identify quality improvements, analyze patient outcomes, and support high-quality, patient-centered care on the G22 IMU unit. Evening shift on-site, 3:00PM - 11:00 PM, with Texas RN licensure and BLS/CPR certification required.

Ideal candidates hold a BSN and an MSN or related healthcare master's degree, plus 5 years of clinical nursing (3 in oncology).

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Nursing; Master's Degree in a healthcare field.
• Five years of clinical nursing experience including three years of oncology nursing experience.
• Current State of Texas RN license; BLS/CPR certification.

Responsibilities

• Identify quality and process improvement opportunities.
• Lead and collaborate with the interprofessional team in planning, delivery, and evaluation of patient-focused care.
• Coordinate and integrate care across the continuum for assigned patient populations.
• Analyze patient data and outcomes to drive improvements in care delivery.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Clinical nursing

Oncology nursing

BLS/CPR certification

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Nursing

Master's Degree in Healthcare Field

Job description

The Clinical Outcomes Specialist at MD Anderson Cancer Center identifies quality improvement opportunities, analyzes patient outcomes, and supports the delivery of high quality, patient centered care. This role partners with the interprofessional team to coordinate care across the continuum, improve processes, and enhance clinical outcomes for complex patient populations.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's Degree in Nursing and a Master's Degree in a healthcare field, and five years of clinical nursing experience, including three years of oncology nursing experience. The candidate must hold a current Texas RN license, maintain Basic Life Support (BLS) or CPR certification. The ideal candidate must also be available to work an evening shift on-site, Monday through Friday, 3:00PM - 11:00 PM.

G22 IMU is a specialized intermediate care unit providing advanced monitoring and treatment for oncology patients who require a higher level of care than a general medical unit but do not need intensive care. Nurses on this unit manage complex therapies, monitor for complications, and provide education and emotional support to patients and families.

Hourly breakdown of salary range: Minimum $53.36 | Midpoint $66.82 | Maximum $80.29

MD Anderson Offers Our Employees:

• Paid employee medical benefits (zero premium) starting on the first day for employees working 30+ 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 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

The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center is ranked the nation's top hospital for cancer care by U.S. News & World Report's "Best Hospitals." Our mission is to eliminate cancer in Texas, the nation, and the world through exceptional programs that integrate patient care, research, and prevention.

Essential Job Functions:

• Identify quality and process improvement opportunities
• Lead and collaborate with the interprofessional team in planning, delivery, and evaluation of patient focused care
• Coordinate and integrate care across the continuum for assigned patient populations
• Analyze patient data and outcomes to drive improvements in care delivery
• Other duties as assigned

Education Required:

Bachelor's Degree in Nursing; Master's Degree in a healthcare field

Education Preferred:

Master's Degree in Quality

Experience Required:

Five years of clinical nursing experience including three years of oncology nursing experience, or three years of oncology nursing experience with a preferred advanced degree

Experience Preferred:

None

Licensure/Certification Required:

Current State of Texas Professional Nursing License (RN); Basic Life Support (BLS) or Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR); Certification in quality or specialty focused area required upon hire.

Licensure/Certification Preferred:

None

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: 182261
• Employment Status: Full-Time
• Employee Status: Regular
• Work Week: Evening/Night
• Minimum Salary: US Dollar (USD) 111,000
• Midpoint Salary: US Dollar (USD) 139,000
• Maximum Salary : US Dollar (USD) 167,000
• FLSA: exempt and eligible for overtime, paid at a straight rate
• Fund Type: Hard
• Work Location: Onsite
• Pivotal Position: No
• Referral Bonus Available?: No
• Relocation Assistance Available?: No

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