MD Anderson Cancer Center
Clinical Nurse Residency Program - Leukemia
MD Anderson Cancer Center, Houston, Texas, United States, 77246
Overview
The Clinical Nurse on G20 Inpatient Leukemia at MD Anderson Cancer Center manages patient outcomes by providing, coordinating, and supporting clinical aspects of direct patient care across the continuum of care. They impact quality of patient care, patient outcomes, and use of resources in a designated area in collaboration with a multidisciplinary team. Ideal Candidate
Recent student nurse graduate with a Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing, an RN license or pending NCLEX date, and less than twelve months of recent RN experience in medical/surgical or an acute care setting. Shift & Schedule
Shift will either be 7am-7pm or 7pm-7am, with rotating weekends and holidays required. Benefits
Three 12 hour shifts per week, 1872 hours per year (minimum) $8,320 annual inpatient differential, paid $346.67 per paycheck Paid employee medical benefits (zero premium) starting on first day Minimum 24.5 days paid leave in first year (PTO & holidays) Tuition Assistance Program Teacher’s Retirement System defined‑benefit pension plan Employer‑paid short‑term disability, life & accidental death insurance Certification pay and State of Texas longevity pay No State income tax Relocation assistance About the G20 Hematology Service
The G20 inpatient Hematology Service provides advanced oncology care to adult patients diagnosed with leukemia, myeloma, lymphoma, and mycosis fungoides. The team includes physicians, advanced practice providers, pharmacists, clinical nurses, and ancillary staff. Patients are hospitalized for supportive care during high‑dose chemotherapy, biotherapy, and cellular therapy, and are managed for treatment side effects and relapsed disease. Essential Job Functions
Accountable for the management and provision of patient care in assigned area. Assesses patient's needs for nursing care and multidisciplinary team. Collaborates with physicians, other services, patient and patient's family to plan care and evaluate outcomes. Improves practice by integrating results and theories of research studies. Participates in data collection for current studies. Demonstrates clinical competency and compassion in providing care, using technology, administering medications, performing procedures and managing emergencies. Documents care according to established standards. Accesses, inputs and retrieves information from computer systems. Ensures continuity of care through appropriate discharge planning, patient education and coordination of services. Acts as a patient and family advocate to uphold patient rights. Trains, coaches and assists team members to ensure optimum patient care and efficient use of resources. Education
Required: Graduation from an accredited school of professional nursing. Preferred: Bachelor’s Degree Nursing. Work Experience
Required: None. 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. Equal Opportunity Statement
The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center is an equal opportunity employer. We provide employment opportunities to all qualified individuals and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, or protected veteran status.
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The Clinical Nurse on G20 Inpatient Leukemia at MD Anderson Cancer Center manages patient outcomes by providing, coordinating, and supporting clinical aspects of direct patient care across the continuum of care. They impact quality of patient care, patient outcomes, and use of resources in a designated area in collaboration with a multidisciplinary team. Ideal Candidate
Recent student nurse graduate with a Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing, an RN license or pending NCLEX date, and less than twelve months of recent RN experience in medical/surgical or an acute care setting. Shift & Schedule
Shift will either be 7am-7pm or 7pm-7am, with rotating weekends and holidays required. Benefits
Three 12 hour shifts per week, 1872 hours per year (minimum) $8,320 annual inpatient differential, paid $346.67 per paycheck Paid employee medical benefits (zero premium) starting on first day Minimum 24.5 days paid leave in first year (PTO & holidays) Tuition Assistance Program Teacher’s Retirement System defined‑benefit pension plan Employer‑paid short‑term disability, life & accidental death insurance Certification pay and State of Texas longevity pay No State income tax Relocation assistance About the G20 Hematology Service
The G20 inpatient Hematology Service provides advanced oncology care to adult patients diagnosed with leukemia, myeloma, lymphoma, and mycosis fungoides. The team includes physicians, advanced practice providers, pharmacists, clinical nurses, and ancillary staff. Patients are hospitalized for supportive care during high‑dose chemotherapy, biotherapy, and cellular therapy, and are managed for treatment side effects and relapsed disease. Essential Job Functions
Accountable for the management and provision of patient care in assigned area. Assesses patient's needs for nursing care and multidisciplinary team. Collaborates with physicians, other services, patient and patient's family to plan care and evaluate outcomes. Improves practice by integrating results and theories of research studies. Participates in data collection for current studies. Demonstrates clinical competency and compassion in providing care, using technology, administering medications, performing procedures and managing emergencies. Documents care according to established standards. Accesses, inputs and retrieves information from computer systems. Ensures continuity of care through appropriate discharge planning, patient education and coordination of services. Acts as a patient and family advocate to uphold patient rights. Trains, coaches and assists team members to ensure optimum patient care and efficient use of resources. Education
Required: Graduation from an accredited school of professional nursing. Preferred: Bachelor’s Degree Nursing. Work Experience
Required: None. 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. Equal Opportunity Statement
The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center is an equal opportunity employer. We provide employment opportunities to all qualified individuals and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, or protected veteran status.
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