MD Anderson Cancer Center
Clinical Nurse Residency - Nursing Post Anesthesia Care Unit
MD Anderson Cancer Center, Houston, Texas, United States, 77246
Experienced Clinical Nurse – Post Anesthesia Care Unit
Why This Role Matters
Join MD Anderson’s Post Anesthesia Care Unit, where you’ll be part of a high-acuity, collaborative team supporting patients through critical surgical transitions. As a Clinical Nurse, you’ll rotate between Preoperative Care, Post Anesthesia Care, and Transition Post Anesthesia Care Units, delivering exceptional care in one of the world’s leading cancer centers.
Compensation Hourly Range: $32.69 (minimum) – $48.56 (midpoint) – $64.42 (maximum)
Ideal Candidate
We’re looking for a compassionate, skilled nurse with:
Less than one year of clinical nurse experience in Preoperative Care, Post Anesthesia Care, Surgical Intensive Care Unit, or Surgical Intermediate Care Unit
A commitment to patient-centered care and continuous improvement
Flexibility to rotate across units and adapt to dynamic clinical environments
What’s In It For You
MD Anderson offers one of the most competitive benefits packages in healthcare:
Medical coverage starting Day One (zero premium for employees working 30+ hours/week)
Dental, vision, life, AD&D, and disability insurance
Generous PTO, Extended Illness Bank (EIB), and paid holidays
Tuition Assistance after six months
Retirement plans including Teacher Retirement System (TRS) and voluntary options
Employer-paid life insurance and illness protection
Flexible Spending Accounts for healthcare and dependent care
Fertility benefits, wellness programs, and employee recognition
Up to $7,280 in annual unit-based differential pay
Up to $10,000 relocation assistance for nurses moving from 100+ miles away
About MD Anderson The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center is a global leader in cancer care, research, education, and prevention. Ranked No. 1 in cancer care by U.S. News & World Report for 2025–2026, MD Anderson is one of the original three comprehensive cancer centers designated by the National Cancer Institute.
Key Responsibilities
Deliver care aligned with transformational leadership principles, supporting unit values and future-focused practices.
Apply evidence-based nursing and contribute to innovation, quality improvement, and the advancement of new knowledge.
Collaborate in problem-solving and decision-making to achieve unit goals and improve patient outcomes.
Foster professional relationships with patients, families, and interdisciplinary teams while applying exemplary nursing practice.
Maintain awareness of empirical outcomes and institutional metrics to inform care and support best practices.
Education
Required: Graduation from an accredited school of professional nursing.
Preferred: Bachelor's Degree Nursing.
Work Experience
Preferred: Less than one year of clinical nurse 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: 177825
Employment Status: Full-Time
Employee Status: Regular
Work Week: Day/Evening, Days, 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: No
Referral Bonus Available?: Yes
Relocation Assistance Available?: Yes
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Compensation Hourly Range: $32.69 (minimum) – $48.56 (midpoint) – $64.42 (maximum)
Ideal Candidate
We’re looking for a compassionate, skilled nurse with:
Less than one year of clinical nurse experience in Preoperative Care, Post Anesthesia Care, Surgical Intensive Care Unit, or Surgical Intermediate Care Unit
A commitment to patient-centered care and continuous improvement
Flexibility to rotate across units and adapt to dynamic clinical environments
What’s In It For You
MD Anderson offers one of the most competitive benefits packages in healthcare:
Medical coverage starting Day One (zero premium for employees working 30+ hours/week)
Dental, vision, life, AD&D, and disability insurance
Generous PTO, Extended Illness Bank (EIB), and paid holidays
Tuition Assistance after six months
Retirement plans including Teacher Retirement System (TRS) and voluntary options
Employer-paid life insurance and illness protection
Flexible Spending Accounts for healthcare and dependent care
Fertility benefits, wellness programs, and employee recognition
Up to $7,280 in annual unit-based differential pay
Up to $10,000 relocation assistance for nurses moving from 100+ miles away
About MD Anderson The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center is a global leader in cancer care, research, education, and prevention. Ranked No. 1 in cancer care by U.S. News & World Report for 2025–2026, MD Anderson is one of the original three comprehensive cancer centers designated by the National Cancer Institute.
Key Responsibilities
Deliver care aligned with transformational leadership principles, supporting unit values and future-focused practices.
Apply evidence-based nursing and contribute to innovation, quality improvement, and the advancement of new knowledge.
Collaborate in problem-solving and decision-making to achieve unit goals and improve patient outcomes.
Foster professional relationships with patients, families, and interdisciplinary teams while applying exemplary nursing practice.
Maintain awareness of empirical outcomes and institutional metrics to inform care and support best practices.
Education
Required: Graduation from an accredited school of professional nursing.
Preferred: Bachelor's Degree Nursing.
Work Experience
Preferred: Less than one year of clinical nurse 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: 177825
Employment Status: Full-Time
Employee Status: Regular
Work Week: Day/Evening, Days, 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: No
Referral Bonus Available?: Yes
Relocation Assistance Available?: Yes
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