Nursing Jobs in Deer Park, TX
$68,000 - $142,500 / year
Join MD Anderson's Pediatrics - Child & Adolescent Center as a Clinical Nurse, Outpatient and provide specialized care to pediatric and adolescent and young adult (AYA) patients receiving treatment for hematologic and oncologic conditions. You'll have the opportunity to build meaningful relationships with patients and families while delivering expert, compassionate care in an outpatient environment at one of the world's leading cancer centers. What's in it for you? This role provides the opportunity to develop specialized expertise in pediatric and AYA oncology, including the administration of chemotherapy, blood products, and immunotherapies. You'll practice autonomously while collaborating closely with physicians, nursing leaders, and the interprofessional team to anticipate patient and family needs, deliver evidence-based care, and achieve measurable patient outcomes. You'll also be part of a team committed to innovation, professional growth, and continuous improvement. You'll have opportunities to participate in quality improvement initiatives, apply new evidence and best practices to patient care, mentor and support peers, and contribute to efforts that improve outcomes for patients and families. The Monday-Friday schedule with a rotating weekday off also provides a consistent outpatient workweek, with some weekend and holiday on-call responsibilities. The primary purpose of the Clinical Nurse is to provide care to pediatric and AYA (adolescent and young adults) hematology/oncology patients. This will include administering chemotherapy, blood products and immunotherapies. SHIFT: Monday - Friday, 7:30am - 6pm x 10 hrs. with a rotating day off during the week and some on-call for weekends and holidays. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelors of Science in Nursing degree and two years of recent inpatient nursing experience, preferably in pediatrics or oncology. Transformational Leadership: The Clinical Nurse is responsible for the provision of care to patients and families consistent with the unit's values, beliefs, and behaviors to meet the demands of the future. Participates in daily unit operations to achieve and maintain the financial goals by utilizing all resources effectively and efficiently Provides quality and fiscally responsible patient care Proactively anticipates patient and family needs in collaboration with the Charge Nurse, Clinical Nurse Leader, and Nurse Manager Utilizes available material resources responsibly for direct patient care Practices autonomously within the scope of professional nursing practice Participates in change initiatives Demonstrates loyalty and commitment to the unit's inter-professional team Incorporates the process of change in daily practice Fosters peer relationships and participates in coaching and mentoring Supports an environment that values and respects staff and patients New Knowledge, Innovation, and Improvements The Clinical Nurse is responsible and accountable for providing exemplary nursing practice and has an ethical and professional responsibility to contribute to innovation, improvement, and new knowledge. New Knowledge Applies new and existing evidence in patient care standards, incorporating new knowledge, innovations, and improvements in clinical practice and the patient care delivery system Complies with regulatory standards Fosters an environment that challenges the status quo, embraces and promotes change Innovation Practices within the established patient care delivery system, consistent with the Professional Practice Model Demonstrates proficiency in the application of technology in providing care to patients and families Improvement Participates in assessing, coordinating, implementing, and evaluating the delivery of safe and effective patient and family care utilizing evidence-based and empirical outcome measurement The Clinical Nurse engages in problem solving in order to meet unit goals and achieve desired outcomes. Provides feedback to the Nurse Manager, Charge Nurse, and Clinical Nurse Leader through the evaluation of performance of clerical and clinical staff Supervision: Fosters an environment conducive to Just Culture by holding self and staff members accountable Evaluation: Participates in the evaluation of staff members' clinical performance through contributions to the annual evaluation and professional development processes Productivity: Maximizes performance within the scope of practice to accomplish unit goals and achieve desired outcomes Practice, builds strong relationships and develops partnerships to improve patient and family outcomes on the unit. Exemplary Professional Practice: The Clinical Nurse applies exceptional professional practice in relationship with patients, families, and the inter-professional team, and understands how new knowledge and evidence is applied. Practices evidence-based, quality clinical nursing consistent with current nursing research, the Professional Practice Model, the Nurse Practice Act of the State of Texas, institutional and national practice standards. Adheres to the use of unit's standard operating procedures Delivers care using a systematic approach to achieve measurable, outcome focused, patient care; identifies, implements, and evaluates opportunities for improvement Communicates and collaborates effectively with leaders, departments, other disciplines, staff members, patients, and families Integrates ethical principles into clinical practice Maintains and integrates knowledge of current clinical practice and technological proficiency; provides clinically competent, compassionate, direct patient care consistent with the Professional Practice Model Seeks opportunities to broaden knowledge relevant to the Clinical Nurse role and healthcare through engagement in professional organizations and commitment to life-long learning. Empirical Outcomes: The Clinical Nurse is responsible for seeking out and maintaining knowledge regarding relevant empirical outcomes, including the impact of quality improvement initiatives and institutional best practices on the patient population, nursing workforce and institution, as reflected in unit and institutional metrics. Assists unit leadership in measuring and monitoring unit outcomes data Participates in action plans that improve and sustain outcomes on the unit by hardwiring practices Completes shift specific activities that impact patient and family outcomes Participates in performance improvement projects as guided by leadership team Participates in the implementation of institutional best practices with staff Other duties as assigned. Requirements Qualifications - External Education Required: Graduation from an accredited school of professional nursing. Preferred: Bachelor's of Science in Nursing. Experience Preferred: Two years relevant clinical nursing experience preferably in Pediatrics or Oncology. All clinical nurses with less than one year registered nurse (RN) work experience will be required to participate in the Clinical Nurse Residency Program. Licensure/Certification Required: Current State of Texas Professional Nursing license (RN). Basic Life Support (BLS) or Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification. Preferred: Certification in oncology or specialty practice area. American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS), ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) or PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) certification as required by patient care area. 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 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: BLS - Basic Life Support Upon Hire or Required: Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Upon Hire and Required: ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support If working in the following department: ASC Post Anesthesia (600761). Upon Hire or Required: PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support If working in the following departments: ASC Post Anesthesia (600761) or Pedi - Child & Adolescent Center (113200). Upon Hire Preferred: OCN - Oncology Nurse Certification 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: 183200 Employment Status: Full-Time Employee Status: Regular Work Week: Days Minimum Salary: US Dollar (USD) 68,000 Midpoint Salary: US Dollar (USD) 105,200 Maximum Salary : US Dollar (USD) 142,500 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 
$117,500 - $176,500 / year
Advanced Practice Provider (APRN or PA) opportunity in Anesthesia Perioperative Services Department. Ideal candidate will be an Advanced Practice Provider with at least two years of patient care or healthcare experience. Prefer candidates with OR, Perioperative/Pre-op, PACU or procedural experience. This position is a 100% clinical role** Onsite Presence: Is Required Shift: Monday - Friday typically 8am-5pm (maybe longer based on business needs) Annual salary range: minimum $117,500 - midpoint $146,500 - maximum $176,500 What's in it for you? Predictable Schedule & Work-Life Balance Enjoy a Monday-Friday schedule with daytime hours (typically 8 AM-5 PM), giving you stability and time for life outside of work. Autonomy & Professional Growth Work independently while collaborating with a multidisciplinary team, performing advanced clinical assessments and decision-making that expand your expertise in perioperative care. Continuous Learning & Career Development Access ongoing CME opportunities, departmental conferences, and performance improvement projects to keep your skills sharp and advance your professional credentials. Key Job Functions Outpatient Activities To assess and screen all patients for past medical, surgical, and anesthetic history prior to arrival for the planned procedure requiring anesthesia services. Performs anesthetic risk assessments, i.e., post-op nausea and vomiting, sleep apnea and difficult airway Orders and reviews labs and other ancillary tests required for patient optimization Works autonomously and collaborates with other members of healthcare team Instructs and counsels patients to carry out Perioperative care Conducts telephone assessments Assists with the management of unscheduled patient visits Assists with the management of emergency patient consults Coordinates the scheduling of special procedures and consults Performs clinical triaging and fast track clinic duties Actively participates in patient education and performance improvement projects Other duties as assigned Continuing Education Secure Nurse Practitioner certification by achieving the required number of CME hours as stipulated by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants. Attends available continuing medical education opportunities Attends department conferences as scheduled EDUCATION: Required: Master's degree from an accredited Physician Assistant (PA) program by the Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the Physician Assistant (ARC-PA), except for Physician Assistants who graduated from a PA program prior to 2013. Required: Master's Degree in Nursing or Doctor of Nursing Practice. 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. EXPERIENCE: Required: None. Preferred: At least two years of Advanced Practice Provider (APRN or PA) experience; OR, Perioperative/Pre-Op, PACU, or procedural experience. LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION: Required: All of the following: All of the following: PA certification by the National Commission of Certification of Physician Assistants. Licensed by the Texas State Board of Physician Assistant Examiners. MAY BE REQUIRED: Eligible to be granted limited prescriptive authority by the State of Texas. Must meet the American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) upon hire, ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) and PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) as required by patient care area upon hire. Clinical Privileges Must obtain and maintain relevant clinical privileges. Continued employment in this position at MD Anderson is contingent upon maintaining these privileges. Required: All of the following: Written authorization from the Texas Board of Nursing to function as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN or ACNP or ACNPC or ACAGNP or AGACNP or ACNPC-AG or AGACNP or AGNP or ACPNP or ANP or AGNP or AGPCNP or FNP or GNP or PNP or PMHNP or WHNP or APNP). Related authorization must be consistent with clinical practice area and patient population. Basic Life Support (BLS). Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) If working in the following departments: Pediatric - Patient Care (113100). MAY BE REQUIRED: Authorization for limited prescriptive authority by the Texas Board of Nursing. 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: 183107 Employment Status: Full-Time Employee Status: Regular Work Week: Day/Evening 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: Yes Referral Bonus Available?: No Relocation Assistance Available?: Yes 
$117,500 - $176,500 / year
The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center is a leading institution focused on cancer care, research, education, and prevention. Within the Lymphoma-Myeloma program, the Advanced Practice Provider Lymphoma Myeloma plays a critical role in supporting innovative clinical research and delivering specialized care to patients participating in clinical trials. UT MD Anderson is internationally recognized for advancing cancer treatment through groundbreaking research, exceptional patient care, and a commitment to improving outcomes for patients worldwide. The Advanced Practice Provider Lymphoma Myeloma collaborates closely with multidisciplinary teams to support protocol-driven care, and the Advanced Practice Provider Lymphoma Myeloma serves as a key clinical resource throughout the patient research journey. The ideal candidate will have clinical research experience, preferably in Myeloma, and be passionate about advancing patient care through innovative therapies. This full-time, 40-hour-per-week role may require occasional evening and weekend hours to meet clinical trial deadlines. We seek a collaborative, patient-focused professional who is committed to excellence and eager to contribute to both our people-first culture and the novel treatment options we provide to patients. Position Salary: Minimum $117,500 - Midpoint $146,500 - Maximum $176,500 Work Location: Why Us? Join UT MD Anderson and contribute directly to advancing cancer research through innovative clinical trials that improve patient outcomes. This role offers the opportunity to practice at the forefront of oncology care, collaborate with world-renowned researchers and clinicians, support cutting-edge therapies, and grow professionally within an internationally recognized cancer center committed to excellence, education, and work-life balance. MD Anderson offers our nurses: Three 12-hour shifts per week, 1872 hours per year (minimum) 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 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. MD Anderson is among 25 of hospitals in the world who have earned six consecutive Magnet Recognition Program® designations from the American Nurses Credentialing Center. Our nursing community transforms nursing care through clinical practice, education, and research. Each day, more than 4,400 registered nurses deliver compassionate, evidence-based cancer care to patients and their families. Responsibilities Conduct clinical assessments at trial required visits and dictate progress notes. Apply treatment and supportive care plans as required by the research protocol. Write inpatient and outpatient orders as needed for patients on a research protocol. Perform telephonic/video patient management as needed for patients on research protocols. Communicate pertinent assessment and management of patients with principle investigators, attending physician and appropriate clinical team members. Enter appropriate charges for Fast Track or weekend lab visits that are required by the research protocol. Conduct clinical assessments and patient management of clinical trial participants at regional centers and dictate progress. Assess patients for protocol eligibility. Develop Treatment Plan (completes Clinical Content Template (CCT)) and Factsheet as dictated by the research protocol. Coordinate, evaluate and follow patient participation in clinical trials in both inpatient and outpatient settings. Collaborate with multidisciplinary team to meet the needs of patients on clinical trials. Complete required documentation of research activities. Assist primary investigator in the collection and evaluation of data. Provide information to clinical teams to assist with management of protocol-related toxicities. Communicate pertinent patient responses to therapy with principal investigator, attending physician and other appropriate clinical team members. Communicate patient assessment and appropriate follow-up information with outside clinicians as appropriate. Educate patient and significant other regarding research trial requirement and potential toxicities. Report treatment response, toxicities and adverse events to protocol sponsor and the Institutional Review Board (IRB) within the required timeframes. EDUCATION: Required: Advanced Practice Registered Nurse Required: Master's Degree in Nursing or Doctor of Nursing Practice. 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. Physician Assistant Master's degree from an accredited Physician Assistant (PA) program by the Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the Physician Assistant (ARC-PA), except for Physician Assistants who graduated from a PA program prior to 2013. EXPERIENCE: Preferred: At least 1 year of Oncology experience as an Advanced Practice Provider. LICENSURE / CERTIFICATION: Required: Advanced Practice Registered Nurse All of the following: Written authorization from the Texas Board of Nursing to function as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN or ACNP or ACNPC or ACAGNP or AGACNP or ACNPC-AG or AGACNP or AGNP or ACPNP or ANP or AGNP or AGPCNP or FNP or GNP or PNP or PMHNP or WHNP or APNP). Related authorization must be consistent with clinical practice area and patient population. Basic Life Support (BLS). Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) If working in the following departments: Pediatric - Patient Care (113100). MAY BE REQUIRED: Authorization for limited prescriptive authority by the Texas Board of Nursing. Physician Assistant All of the following: PA certification by the National Commission of Certification of Physician Assistants. Licensed by the Texas State Board of Physician Assistant Examiners. MAY BE REQUIRED: Eligible to be granted limited prescriptive authority by the State of Texas. Must meet the American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) , ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) or PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) if working in one of following department: Pediatrics - Patient Care (113100). 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: 183060 Employment Status: Full-Time Employee Status: Regular Work Week: Days 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: Soft Work Location: Hybrid Onsite/Remote Pivotal Position: Yes Referral Bonus Available?: Yes Relocation Assistance Available?: Yes 
