Nursing Jobs in Willowbrook, TX
$117,500 - $176,500 / year
UT MD Anderson is a leading institution focused on cancer care, research, education, and prevention. The APRN or Physician Assistant plays a critical role in supporting patient care across the care continuum through clinical, administrative, academic, and research activities. Within Melanoma Medical Oncology, the APRN or Physician Assistant collaborates with multidisciplinary teams to evaluate, treat, and monitor patients while ensuring compliance with institutional policies and procedures. UT MD Anderson is recognized worldwide for excellence in oncology care, research, education, and prevention. The APRN or Physician Assistant contributes directly to these efforts by delivering high-quality patient care, supporting clinical research initiatives, and coordinating complex treatment plans. The APRN or Physician Assistant works closely with physicians, nursing staff, researchers, and other healthcare professionals to enhance patient outcomes. The APRN or Physician Assistant serves as an integral member of the healthcare team across inpatient and outpatient settings. The ideal candidate will possess the education, clinical experience, and professional licensure necessary to practice as a APRN or Physician Assistant in a complex healthcare environment. A strong background in patient assessment, care coordination, clinical documentation, research collaboration, communication, and procedural skills is preferred. Candidates should demonstrate the ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary teams while managing a various patient population. Why Us? At UT MD Anderson, the APRN or Physician Assistant has an opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of patients while supporting one of the world's leading cancer centers. This role offers involvement in advanced patient care, research initiatives, professional development opportunities, and collaboration with leading healthcare professionals in a supportive environment that values clinical excellence, education, and innovation. 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: Inpatient/Outpatient Activities Conducts inpatient rounds with attending physicians and communicates pertinent clinical information based on physical examination and review of patient data. Evaluates patients and communicates pertinent clinical information based on history, physical examination, and review of patient data to attending physicians. Facilitates appointments and testing for new and consultation patients within the department. Manages daily patient problems and emergency situations as they arise and documents actions implemented and their resolution. Completes PMEs, admission H&Ps, consultation notes, daily progress notes, and discharge summaries in compliance with institutional and departmental guidelines. Requests consultations and communicates with other services, caregivers, and outside providers to coordinate patient care. Coordinates admissions as needed by the patient and as dictated by training. Conducts hospice referrals and coordinates discharge planning. Orders patient medications, treatments, and tests within authorized delegated prescriptive authority and consistent with institutional policies and procedures. Assists research nurses with patient protocol-related events. Participates in the education of students and new hires. Performs procedures such as discontinuing hepatic arterial infusion lines, skin biopsies, lumbar punctures, Ommaya taps with or without drug instillation, venipuncture, and intratumoral injections. Assists with the management of unscheduled patients. Serves as the liaison for new patient referrals from outside physicians by assessing protocol eligibility and coordinating appointments based on physician availability. Schedules special procedures with the appropriate departments, including CVC/PICC insertions, angiograms, image-guided biopsies or aspirations, fine needle aspirations, hepatic arterial embolizations, and infusions. Collects patient test results, acts on abnormalities, and presents results to the physician. Monitors and follows up on test results, including laboratory results, diagnostic imaging, pathology reports, and other studies, and acts on abnormalities. Requests consultations and communicates with other services and outside providers to coordinate patient care. Orders patient medications, treatments, and tests within authorized delegated prescriptive authority and consistent with institutional policies and procedures. Other Activities Collaborates with the research team on the design of clinical protocols, creation or review of order sets, and management of protocol-related events. Assesses patients for protocol eligibility and notifies the research team of potential protocol candidates. Assesses patients for symptoms, side effects, and toxicities related to standard treatments and investigational studies. May deliver medical presentations within the institution and at the local, state, and national levels. Performs periodic duties as requested by supervising physicians and permitted by state and federal law. Demonstrates excellent oral and written communication skills. The supervising physician shall not allow the APP to: Sign prescriptions on behalf of the supervising physician, have blank prescriptions pre-signed or stamped by the physician available, or order prescription refills except as authorized by applicable state regulations. Independently delegate a task assigned by the supervising physician. Clinical Research Participates in clinical research by completing database forms, reviewing medical records, and interviewing patients and families. Collaborates with medical staff, research nurses, and other healthcare professionals to complete research initiatives. Administrative Activities Completes paperwork, which may include letters, FMLA forms, disability forms, and insurance documentation, by manually entering information or preparing dictated correspondence. Completes peer-to-peer reviews and provides information to facilitate insurance authorization for testing and treatment. Responsible for billing through the Electronic Billing System and completing charges within 24 hours of providing patient care. Continuing Education Attends continuing medical education opportunities to maintain licensure and certification requirements and attends CME courses related to Melanoma Medical Oncology as departmental staffing and funding allow. Attends and actively participates in departmental meetings and conferences as scheduled. Other duties as assigned. EDUCATION: Required: Advanced Practice Registered Nurse 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: 183193 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: Hard Work Location: Hybrid Onsite/Remote Pivotal Position: Yes Referral Bonus Available?: Yes Relocation Assistance Available?: Yes 
$68,000 - $142,500 / year
Cancer treatment shouldn't stop because of side effects or health issues like diabetes or arthritis. That's why we have the Internal Medicine Center. The center helps care for patients' overall health and addresses common side effects that occur during and after care. It also helps treat medical conditions besides cancer and their interactions with cancer and its treatments. Clinical Nurse opportunity in the Internal Medicine Center (ACB Center). The ideal candidate will be an RN with at least two years of experience. Prefer candidates with experience working in an outpatient environment. Oncology or general internal medicine experience is a plus. Shift: Monday - Friday, 8-hour shift between 7:30 am - 5:00 pm (varies based on business needs) Salary range: $68,000 - minimum - $105,200 midpoint - $142,500 maximum Hourly breakdown of salary range: minimum $32.69 - midpoint $50.58 - maximum $68.51 What's in it for you? Make a meaningful impact by helping patients continue life saving cancer treatment without interruption, supporting their overall health, managing side effects, and caring for comorbid conditions in a highly collaborative setting. Grow your nursing expertise in a specialized patient environment , gaining experience in internal medicine, oncology symptom management, triage, and innovative care practices grounded in evidence based standards. Enjoy a stable Monday-Friday daytime schedule with competitive pay, professional growth opportunities, and the chance to work with a supportive inter professional team committed to excellence and patient advocacy. Summary The primary purpose of the Outpatient Clinical Nurse position is to coordinate and implement patient care across the continuum of care. The Outpatient Clinical Nurse is accountable and responsible for providing quality, evidence-based patient care through the appropriate use of resources in collaboration with the inter-professional team. Acts as a patient and family advocate to uphold patient rights. Organizes and prioritizes work of patient care team; trains, coaches and assists team members to ensure optimum patient care and efficient use of resources. JOB SPECIFIC COMPETENCIES Transformational Leadership and New Knowledge, Innovation, and Improvement 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 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 - patient care competency 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 the differences of staff and patients - patient care competency 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 - professionalism competency 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 measurements Structural Empowerment 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 Demonstrates effective communication, collaboration, conflict management, and resolution - oral communication competency Contributes to an innovative environment where strong professional practice flourishes and positive patient and family outcomes are achieved Strengthens practice, builds strong relationships and develops partnerships to improve patient and family outcomes on the unit Exemplary Professional Practice and Empirical Outcomes 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 - professionalism competency 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. Other duties as assigned. Internal Medicine Center Outpatient Nurse Competencies Has a working knowledge of various chemotherapy/immunotherapy drugs to treat IMC patients. A broad understanding of oncology drug administration with an understanding of drug side effects and usage. Has the ability to assist with various IMC procedures, knows basic sterile technique, handling of specimens, and procedural processes. Internal Medicine Center Outpatient Nurse Triage On occasion will function as the telephone triage nurse, has a strong working knowledge of IMC oncology protocols, and can assist patients with strong communication skills, both verbal and written. EDUCATION Required: Graduate from an accredited school of professional nursing Preferred: Bachelor of Science in Nursing LICENSE/CERTIFICATION Required: Current State of Texas Professional Nursing license (RN). Basic Life Support (BLS) or Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification. Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification if working in the following department: ASC Post Anesthesia (600761). Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) if working in the following departments: ASC Post Anesthesia (600761) or Pedi - Child & Adolescent Center (113200). Preferred: OCN - Oncology Nurse Certification, Certification in specialty practice. Experience Required: None Preferred: Two years of relevant clinical nurse experience, preferably in an outpatient setting. Oncology or general internal medicine experience is a plus. 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: 183209 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 
