Outpatient Clinical Nurse / RCC West Houston

The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center is a leading institution focused on cancer care, research, education, and prevention. The Outpatient Clinical Nurse plays a vital role in advancing this mission by delivering coordinated, evidence-based patient care in an outpatient setting. The Outpatient Clinical Nurse supports patients and families across the continuum of care while collaborating closely with an inter-professional care team to achieve optimal clinical outcomes.Within the Diagnostic Imaging Dept at UT MD Anderson, the Outpatient Clinical Nurse is accountable for organizing, prioritizing, and implementing patient care activities at the West Houston location. The Outpatient Clinical Nurse functions autonomously within the scope of professional nursing practice, serves as a patient and family advocate, and contributes to a culture of clinical excellence, innovation, and continuous improvement.The ideal candidate for the Outpatient Clinical Nurse role demonstrates strong clinical judgment, effective collaboration skills, and a commitment to evidence-based practice. Education, work experience, and licenses and certifications should align with professional nursing practice requirements; where preferred qualifications are not specified, minimum role expectations apply as reference. The ideal candidate is motivated to engage in lifelong learning, professional development, and contributions to quality improvement and innovation in patient care.Position InformationSalary: $68,000 - $142,500Typical work schedule: Two shifts available: Monday - Friday / 730am - 4 pm or 830am - 5pm / 10-hour shiftsWork location: West Houston (will cover both locations in West Houston)Why Us?This role offers the opportunity to directly contribute to UT MD Anderson's mission to eliminate cancer through compassionate, high-quality outpatient care. The Outpatient Clinical Nurse supports patients and families during critical points in their care journey while growing professionally in an environment that values collaboration, innovation, and clinical excellence, with resources that promote career development and work-life balance.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.ResponsibilitiesTransformational LeadershipProvide patient care consistent with unit values, beliefs, and behaviorsParticipate in daily unit operations to meet financial goals through effective resource utilizationDeliver quality, fiscally responsible patient careAnticipate patient and family needs in collaboration with nursing and leadership partnersPractice autonomously within the scope of professional nursing practiceParticipate in and support change initiativesFoster peer relationships through coaching and mentoringSupport an environment that values all staff members and patientsNew Knowledge, Innovation, and ImprovementApply new and existing evidence to patient care standardsIncorporate innovations and improvements into clinical practiceComply with regulatory and professional standardsPromote an environment that challenges the status quo and embraces changeDemonstrate proficiency in clinical technologiesPractice within the established patient care delivery system andProfessional Practice Model* Participate in evaluating safe and effective patient and family care using outcome measuresStructural EmpowermentProvide feedback to nursing leadership regarding clerical and clinical staff performanceFoster a Just Culture by holding self and others accountableContribute to staff evaluation and professional development processesMaximize productivity within the scope of practice to achieve unit goalsDemonstrate effective communication, collaboration, and conflict resolutionBuild strong professional relationships and partnerships to improve outcomesExemplary Professional PracticeDeliver evidence-based nursing care consistent with research, standards, and policiesAdhere to unit standard operating proceduresUse a systematic approach to achieve measurable, outcome-focused patient careCommunicate effectively with inter-professional team members, patients, and familiesIntegrate ethical principles into clinical practiceMaintain current clinical knowledge and technological proficiencyProvide compassionate, direct patient careEmpirical OutcomesMaintain knowledge of relevant quality and performance metricsEvaluate the impact of quality improvement initiatives on patients and staffApply institutional best practices to improve patient, workforce, and unit outcomesEDUCATION* Required: Graduation from an accredited school of professional nursing.* Preferred: Bachelor's Degree Nursing.WORK EXPERIENCE* Required: NoneLICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONSRequired: RN - Registered Nurse - State Licensure Current State of Texas Professional Nursing license. Upon Hire andRequired: BLS - Basic Life Support Upon Hire orRequired: Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Upon Hire andRequired: ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support If working in the following department: ASC Post Anesthesia (600761). Upon Hire orRequired: PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support If working in the following departments: ASC Post Anesthesia (600761) or Pedi - Child & Adolescent Center (113200). Upon HirePreferred: OCN - Oncology Nurse Certification Certification in specialty practice area. Upon HireOTHER 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.htmlAdditional InformationRequisition ID: 180761Employment Status: Full-TimeEmployee Status: RegularWork Week: DaysMinimum Salary: US Dollar (USD) 68,000Midpoint Salary: US Dollar (USD) 105,200Maximum Salary : US Dollar (USD) 142,500FLSA: exempt and eligible for overtime, paid at a time and a half rateFund Type: HardWork Location: OnsitePivotal Position: YesReferral Bonus Available?: YesRelocation Assistance Available?: Yes#LI-Onsite