Nursing Jobs in Alvin, TX
$101,000 - $152,000 / year
a { text-decoration: none; color: #464feb; } tr th, tr td { border: 1px solid #e6e6e6; } tr th { background-color: #f5f5f5; } The Nurse Navigator role at The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center supports a highly specialized Theranostics program within the Department of Nuclear Medicine . This department delivers complex, multi-cycle radiopharmaceutical therapies and coordinates care across imaging, radiation safety, nuclear pharmacy, and referring oncology teams to ensure safe, effective, and timely treatment for patients with cancer. The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center is a leading institution focused on cancer care, research, education, and prevention. In this environment, the Nurse Navigator serves as a central coordinator and patient advocate, ensuring continuity of care across the treatment continuum. The Nurse Navigator role is critical to reducing administrative burden on clinical faculty, improving patient throughput, and supporting the sustainable growth of advanced theranostic therapies. The Nurse Navigator collaborates closely with inter-professional teams and external providers to deliver evidence-based, patient-centered care. The ideal candidate for the Nurse Navigator role is a registered nurse with a bachelor's level degree preferred, at least two years of medical-surgical nursing experience preferred, and an active State of Texas registered nursing license with current BLS or CPR certification. Specialty certification relevant to the practice area is preferred. This individual demonstrates strong clinical judgment, organizational skills, and the ability to work autonomously while collaborating effectively with multidisciplinary teams. Shift / Hours: Monday - Friday / 8 am - 5 pm (however, there is a high level of customer service that may occur outside of the hours / no weekends / no call / no holidays Why Us? This role directly advances UT MD Anderson's mission to eliminate cancer by ensuring safe, coordinated, and efficient delivery of complex theranostic treatments. The Nurse Navigator has a meaningful impact on patient outcomes, clinical quality, and team well-being while gaining exposure to cutting-edge nuclear medicine therapies and collaborative practice. UT MD Anderson supports professional growth, long-term career development, and work-life balance within a mission-driven academic medical environment. 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 Coordination and Navigation Coordinate and implement patient care across the continuum for theranostic therapies including Pluvicto, Lutathera, and Iodine-131 Review imaging, laboratory results, and medical history to identify and facilitate entry of qualifying patients into the theranostics program Triage newly diagnosed cases and obtain medical information to support initial consultations Coordinate multi-cycle treatment scheduling, follow-up assessments, and therapy logistics Act as a patient and family advocate to uphold patient rights and support informed decision-making Theranostics Program Operations Oversee patient logistics, therapy coordination, and Epic order management Coordinate nuclear pharmacy radiopharmaceutical dose ordering and delivery Collaborate with nuclear medicine physicians, advanced practice providers, nurses, technologists, nuclear pharmacists, radiation safety, imaging physics, and referring oncology teams Serve as a liaison with referring providers, including those outside UT MD Anderson Reduce non-clinical administrative burden on faculty to support scalable program growth Clinical Conferences and Interdisciplinary Collaboration Co-lead weekly therapy clinical operations and case conference preparation Ensure imaging, laboratory data, infusion plans, and documentation are complete and available for review Support effective inter-professional communication and shared clinical decision-making Organize and prioritize work of the patient care team to promote efficient use of resources Professional Practice, Quality, and Innovation Deliver evidence-based nursing care consistent with institutional, state, and national standards Apply new knowledge, innovation, and technology to improve patient care delivery Participate in change initiatives, quality improvement efforts, and compliance with regulatory standards Assist with identifying and accruing eligible patients to clinical trials Track and report metrics and quality indicators related to timely cancer diagnosis and treatment Leadership, Education, and Service Excellence Train, coach, and mentor team members to support optimal patient care Provide feedback and participate in staff performance evaluation and professional development Foster a Just Culture environment with accountability and respect Connect patients with internal and community support resources including social work, nutrition, rehabilitation, financial counseling, and integrative services Deliver service excellence through clear communication, proactive problem solving, and professional conduct EDUCATION Required: Bachelor's Degree Nursing. Preferred: Master's Degree Nursing. Work Experience Required: 5 years Professional nursing experience to include three years oncology nursing. or Required: 3 years Advanced Practice Registered Nurse experience in an oncology setting with preferred degree. LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS Required: RN - Registered Nurse - State Licensure State of Texas Professional Nursing License (RN). Upon Hire and Required: BLS - Basic Life Support Upon Hire or Required: CPR - Cardiac Pulmonary Resuscitation Upon Hire Preferred: OCN - Oncology Nurse Certification National certification in Oncology and specialty practice area. Upon Hire Preferred: ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification as required by patient care area. Upon Hire Preferred: PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support Certification as required by patient care area. Upon Hire 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: 181013 Employment Status: Full-Time Employee Status: Regular Work Week: Days Minimum Salary: US Dollar (USD) 101,000 Midpoint Salary: US Dollar (USD) 126,500 Maximum Salary : US Dollar (USD) 152,000 FLSA: exempt and not eligible for overtime pay Fund Type: Hard Work Location: Onsite Pivotal Position: Yes Referral Bonus Available?: No Relocation Assistance Available?: No $117,500 - $176,500 / year
The Infectious Diseases department provides expert clinical consultations to prevent, diagnose, and treat infections in both adult and pediatric cancer patients. Our mission is to provide specialized expertise in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of infections in cancer patients through high quality clinical consultation, infection control and research programs. The ideal Advanced Practice Provider will be a compassionate, detail-oriented advanced practice provider who thrives in a collaborative, academic medical environment and is committed to delivering high-quality infectious disease care to adult and pediatric oncology patients. This individual demonstrates strong clinical judgment and growing independence in the assessment, diagnosis, and management of complex infections across the cancer care continuum, while working under the supervision of an attending physician and in accordance with institutional policies and regulatory requirements. The candidate is skilled in obtaining comprehensive medical histories, performing physical examinations, interpreting diagnostic and radiographic studies, developing and managing treatment plans, and performing procedures and prescribing therapies as authorized. They excel as part of an interdisciplinary team, effectively communicate with patients and families, and serve as a clinical resource through education and triage. In addition, the ideal candidate supports administrative and documentation processes, maintains accurate medical records, assists with referrals and follow-up care, and demonstrates interest in clinical research, protocol development, and applying evidence-based practices to improve patient outcomes in oncology infectious disease care. The shift will be 4-10/hour shifts working Monday-Friday from 8am-6pm plus one weekend requirement Saturday & Sunday in-person shift every five weeks. MD Anderson offers employees: Paid employee medical benefits (zero premium) starting on first day for employees who work 30 or more 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 an illness-related reduced salary pay program. Extensive wellness, recognition, fitness, employee health programs and employee resource groups. Opportunities for professional growth through Career Development Center and Mentoring programs. Summary This position is responsible for the performance of increasingly independent and complex tasks that are routine and standardized. It provides direct diagnostic and therapeutic patient care under Physician supervision and impacts the quality of patient care and patient outcomes throughout the disease process. JOB SPECIFIC COMPETENCIES Patient Care - Direct As an integral part of an interdisciplinary team, he or she provides assessment, triage, and therapeutic management of patient/family needs throughout the disease process. Acts under the authority and supervision of the attending physician and in accordance with regulations, hospital policy, protocols, and clinical pathways. Obtains medical histories, performs physical examinations, reviews/orders diagnostic tests and radiographic results, formulates and manages patient treatment plans and outcomes. Performs procedures, prescribes treatment, and signs prescriptions in accordance with institution and state requirements. Screens physician calls to educate patient/family on care and resources. Makes rounds with interdisciplinary team. Collaborates in research projects, formulates protocols, and applies research to practice. Administrative Process correspondence with patients, physicians, third-party carriers, and other entities as delegated by the supervising physician. Assist supervising physician with routine chart follow-ups and order appropriate referrals, laboratory, radiological, or supportive care. Assist with and maintain patient records in compliance with UTMDACC guidelines. Other duties as assigned EDUCATION Required: Master's Degree Nursing. or Required: Doctorate Nursing Practice. : Degree may be waived for applicants who obtained recognition as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse from the Texas State Board of Nursing prior to 1/1/2003. : Graduate education and related Texas Board of Nursing authorization must be consistent with clinical practice area and patient population. Work Experience Required: None LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS Required: Written authorization from the Texas Board of Nursing to function as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse. Upon Hire Required: APRN - Adv Practice Registered Nurse Upon Hire or Required: ACNP - Acute Care Nurse Practitioner Upon Hire or Required: ACNPC - Acute Care Nurse Practitioner - AACCNCC Upon Hire or Required: ACAGNP - Acute Care Adult/Geron NP Upon Hire or Required: AGACNP - Adult-Gerontology AcuteCare NP Upon Hire or Required: ACNPC-AG - Cert AD GEY Acute Care NP Upon Hire or Required: AGPCNP -Adult-Gero Primary Care NP Upon Hire or Required: AGNP -Adult/Gerontology NP Upon Hire or Required: ACPNP -Acute Care Pediatric Nurs Prac Upon Hire or Required: ANP - Adult Nurse Practitioner Upon Hire or Required: FNP - Family Nurse Practitioner Upon Hire or Required: GNP - Gerontological Nurse Prac Upon Hire or Required: PNP - Pediatric Nurse Practit Upon Hire or Required: PMHNP - Psych/Mental Health NP Upon Hire or Required: WHNP - Womans Health Nurse Pract. Upon Hire or Required: APNPAdv Pract Nurse/Prescriptive Upon Hire or Required: Related authorization must be consistent with clinical practice area and patient population. Upon Hire Required: BLS - Basic Life Support Upon Hire and Required: PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support If working in the following departments: Pediatric - Patient Care (113100). Upon Hire and Preferred: BLS - Basic Life Support American Heart Association Basic Life Support. Upon Hire Preferred: ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification as required by patient care area. Upon Hire Preferred: PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support Certification as required by patient care area. Upon Hire Required: MAY BE REQUIRED: Authorization for limited prescriptive authority by the Texas Board of Nursing. Upon Hire Required: Clinical Privileges Must obtain and maintain relevant clinical privileges. Continued employment in this position at MD Anderson is contingent upon maintaining these privileges. 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: 181160 Employment Status: Full-Time Employee Status: Regular Work Week: Days, Weekends Minimum Salary: US Dollar (USD) 117,500 Midpoint Salary: US Dollar (USD) 146,500 Maximum Salary : US Dollar (USD) 176,500 FLSA: exempt and not eligible for overtime pay Fund Type: Hard Work Location: Onsite Pivotal Position: No Referral Bonus Available?: No Relocation Assistance Available?: No 
