Clinical Nurse​/Diagnostic Imaging

The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center is a leading institution focused on cancer care, research, education, and prevention, integrating patient care, breakthrough research, and professional education to eliminate cancer in Texas, the nation, and the world. Within this environment, the Outpatient Clinical Nurse plays a vital role in delivering high-quality, evidence-based care across outpatient settings.

The Clinical Nurse within the Diagnostic Imaging Dept is responsible for coordinating and implementing patient care across the continuum, ensuring safe, effective, and patient-centered outcomes. The Outpatient Clinical Nurse collaborates with an inter-professional team, advocates for patients and families, and ensures efficient use of resources. The Outpatient Clinical Nurse also leads care coordination efforts, prioritizes team workflows, and supports staff development to optimize patient outcomes.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor degree in nursing, holds an active Texas RN license with BLS or CPR certification, and brings at least 2 years of medical-surgical nursing experience, along with preferred advanced certifications such as ACLS, PALS, or specialty credentials.

• Monday & Tuesday  (8 hours)
• Saturday & Sunday  (12 hours)
• Holidays, on-call, Houston Area Locations support as needed.

• 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.

Patient Care Delivery & Coordination

• Coordinate and implement patient care across the continuum using evidence-based practices
• Advocate for patient and family rights while ensuring quality and safety standards
• Deliver compassionate, direct patient care consistent with professional practice models
• Utilize systematic approaches to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient outcomes
• Collaborate with inter-professional teams to meet patient and family needs

• Organize and prioritize patient care team activities to optimize efficiency
• Train, coach, and mentor team members to promote high-quality care delivery
• Foster teamwork, collaboration, and a supportive clinical environment
• Participate in daily unit operations to meet financial and operational goals
• Support a culture that values accountability, communication, and professionalism

• Apply new and existing evidence to improve clinical care and patient outcomes
• Participate in change initiatives and promote continuous improvement
• Ensure compliance with regulatory standards and institutional policies
• Utilize technology effectively in patient care delivery
• Contribute to evaluating care delivery through outcome measurements

• Adhere to the Nurse Practice Act of the State of Texas and established standards
• Integrate ethical principles into all aspects of clinical practice
• Maintain clinical competence and technological proficiency
• Pursue professional development and lifelong learning opportunities
• Engage with professional organizations to enhance knowledge and practice

• Communicate effectively with patients, families, staff, and leadership
• Facilitate collaboration across disciplines to improve patient outcomes
• Manage conflict and support resolution in a professional manner
• Build…