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As a Clinical Nurse at MD Anderson Cancer Center work within the Telemetry / Thoracic & Cardiovascular Surgery Unit, which provides care to individuals undergoing complex procedures such as esophagectomies, pneumonectomies, pulmonary resections, and vascular interventions. This role supports a high acuity environment where specialized post operative care and continuous monitoring are essential.
MD Anderson Cancer Center is a leading institution focused on cancer care, research, education, and prevention. The Clinical Nurse of Telemetry & Thoracic Cardiovascular Unit plays a key role in delivering exceptional patient care aligned with this mission.
The ideal candidate brings a Bachelor's Degree in Nursing, an active RN license, and at least 12 months of recent experience in a medical/surgical, telemetry, or ICU setting.
Minimum $68,000 - Midpoint $105,200 - Maximum $142,500
Shifts available are nights.
Shift Hours: 7p - 7a or 7a - 7p including rotating holidays and weekends required.
There are 3 x 12 hour shifts for a total of 36 hours per week.
Why Us?
This role directly supports MD Anderson's mission by providing highly specialized care to individuals undergoing complex thoracic and cardiovascular procedures. It offers strong professional growth through exposure to advanced clinical practices, multidisciplinary collaboration, and continued skill development while supporting work-life balance through comprehensive institutional benefits.
• 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 Management
• Assess patient needs and determine required nursing and multidisciplinary interventions
• Provide care using clinical competency, compassion, and adherence to safety practices
• Administer medications, perform procedures, and manage emergency situations
• Use technology and clinical systems to support patient care
Collaboration & Care Planning
• Collaborate with physicians, clinical teams, patients, and families to plan and evaluate care
• Ensure continuity of care through discharge planning and coordinated services
• Serve as an advocate to uphold patient rights
Documentation & Systems Use
• Document care according to established standards
• Access, input, and retrieve information from electronic systems
Coaching & Team Support
• Train, coach, and assist team members to promote efficient use of resources
• Participate in assisting team workflow and patient care priorities
Research & Quality Improvement
• Integrate findings from research studies into practice
• Participate in data collection for ongoing studies
Other Duties
• Perform other duties as assigned
EDUCATION

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

WORK EXPERIENCE

• Required: None
• Preferred: Two years relevant clinical nursing 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: 181513
• Employment Status: Full-Time
• Employee Status: Regular
• Work Week: Nights, Rotating, Varied, 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

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