Experienced Clinical Nurse - Endoscopy

Clinical Nurse in Endoscopy

The Clinical Nurse in Endoscopy is responsible for delivering high-quality, evidence-based care to patients and families while fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement. This role requires strong clinical expertise, transformational leadership, and a commitment to professional practice standards to ensure optimal patient outcomes in a dynamic healthcare environment.

The ideal candidate for the Clinical Nurse position will have procedural experience to include, but not limited to, Endoscopy, Vascular Access, Interventional Radiology (IR), or Post Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU).

Hourly Breakdown of Salary Range

• Minimum: $32.69
• Midpoint: $50.48
• Maximum: $68.26

PLUS:
Nurses will earn up to $5,004 in annual department-based differentials.

• Work in a world-renowned institution committed to excellence in patient care and innovation
• Access to 30+ operating rooms equipped with the latest surgical technology
• Opportunities for professional growth, shared governance, and interdisciplinary collaboration

• Paid employee medical benefits (zero premium) starting on first day for employees who work 30+ 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 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
• Clinical Nurses relocating from 100+ miles from MD Anderson qualify for up to $10,000 in relocation assistance!

Transformational Leadership

• Provides patient-centered care aligned with unit values and future demands.
• Participates in daily operations and uses resources efficiently to meet financial goals.
• Anticipates patient and family needs in collaboration with nursing leadership.
• Practices autonomously within the scope of professional nursing practice and fosters peer mentoring.

New Knowledge, Innovation, and Improvement

• Applies evidence-based standards and complies with regulatory requirements.
• Embraces change and promotes innovation in clinical practice.
• Demonstrates proficiency in technology to enhance patient care.
• Participates in evaluating and improving care delivery using outcome-based measures.

Structural Empowerment

• Provides constructive feedback and supports a Just Culture environment.
• Engages in staff evaluations and professional development processes.
• Demonstrates effective communication, collaboration, and conflict resolution.
• Builds strong partnerships to improve patient and family outcomes.

Exemplary Professional Practice and Empirical Outcomes

• Delivers systematic, evidence-based care consistent with research and standards.
• Communicates effectively with patients, families, and the inter-professional team.
• Maintains technological proficiency and pursues lifelong learning.
• Applies empirical outcomes to improve patient care and institutional performance.

• Perform comprehensive patient assessments and apply critical thinking to solve problems.
• Safely manage and recover patients receiving moderate to Total IV Anesthesia (TIVA).
• Demonstrate competency in endoscopy procedures and accurate documentation.
• Serve as a patient advocate and maintain professionalism under stress.
• Mentor staff, participate in process improvement projects, and support change initiatives.

Other duties as assigned.

• Required:
  
  Graduation from an accredited school of professional nursing.
• Preferred:
  Bachelor's Degree Nursing.

• Preferred:
  Procedural experience to include, but not limited to, Endoscopy, Vascular Access, Interventional Radiology (IR), or Post Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU).

• 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

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…