Clinical Nurse, Outpatient - Mays - Radiation Oncology

Registered Nurse Outpatient Radiation Oncology

The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center is a leading institution focused on cancer care, research, education, and prevention. Within a specialized outpatient radiation oncology clinic, the Registered Nurse Outpatient Radiation Oncology delivers high-quality, patient-centered care in a technologically advanced and collaborative environment. The Registered Nurse Outpatient Radiation Oncology plays a vital role in supporting multidisciplinary treatment plans and ensuring continuity of care for oncology patients.

UT MD Anderson's radiation oncology services emphasize innovation, precision treatment, and compassionate care delivery. The Registered Nurse Outpatient Radiation Oncology contributes to clinical excellence by integrating evidence-based practice, advanced nursing skills, and effective coordination across care teams to improve patient outcomes and enhance access to specialized oncology services.

The ideal candidate is an experienced outpatient nurse with a strong foundation in oncology or radiation oncology, supported by a nursing degree, a Texas RN license, and required life support certifications. This individual demonstrates proficiency in Epic, expertise in IV and PAC access, and applies sound clinical judgment while delivering patient-centered care in a fast-paced outpatient setting.

Minimum $32.69 - Midpoint $50.48 - Maximum $68.27. The typical work schedule is primarily Monday-Friday, 8:30 am–5:00 pm, weekend shifts, and some holidays required.

• 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, employer‑paid life and reduced salary protection programs.

• Assess patient needs using clinical, visual, aural, and analytical skills.
• Provide direct patient care and coordinate services across the continuum of care.
• Administer medications, perform procedures, and manage clinical emergencies.
• Deliver age‑specific and oncology‑focused care aligned with institutional standards.
• Support discharge planning and patient education to promote continuity of care.

• Partner with physicians, multidisciplinary services, patients, and families to plan and evaluate care outcomes.
• Act as an advocate to uphold patient rights.
• Support coordination of care among team members and services.

• Demonstrate competency in technologies, procedures, and clinical interventions.
• Integrate research results and evidence-based practice into patient care.
• Participate in data collection for active research studies.

• Organize and prioritize work for the patient care team to ensure efficient use of resources.
• Train, coach, and assist team members to uphold clinical standards and enhance performance.

• Ensure safe care delivery aligned with professional practice standards.
• Support quality improvement initiatives within the clinic.

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

• Required:
  
  None.

• Required:
  
  RN – Registered Nurse – State Licensure, Current State of Texas Professional Nursing license. Upon Hire.
• Required:
  
  BLS – Basic Life Support. Upon Hire.
• Required:
  
  CPR – Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation. Upon Hire.
• Required:
  
  ACLS – Advanced Cardiac Life Support if working in ASC Post Anesthesia (600761). Upon Hire.
• Required:
  
  PALS – Pediatric Advanced Life Support if working in ASC Post Anesthesia (600761) or Pedi – Child & Adolescent Center (113200). Upon Hire.
• Preferred: OCN – Oncology Nurse Certification, 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.

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.