Clinical Nurse, Outpatient - League Radiation Oncology Clinic

The Clinical Nurse role in the Radiation Oncology outpatient department supports the delivery of evidence‑based care across the continuum of treatment. This area provides coordinated, patient‑centered services for individuals receiving radiation therapy and requires strong clinical judgment, efficiency in a fast‑paced clinic, and collaboration with a multidisciplinary team.

MD Anderson Cancer Center is a leading institution focused on cancer care, research, education, and prevention. As a Clinical Nurse, you will help uphold these standards while supporting patients and families throughout their care journey. The Clinical Nurse contributes to departmental operations, quality improvement, and resource stewardship, and applies professional practice standards to deliver safe and effective care.

The ideal candidate will be a licensed Registered Nurse with a BSN, at least three years of nursing experience in inpatient or outpatient settings, strong triage and workflow‑management skills, and adaptability in a high‑volume clinical environment. Oncology experience and certification are preferred.

Salary Range – Minimum $32.69 – Midpoint $50.48 – Maximum $68.27

Shift Timing – The typical work schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM–4:30 PM, with rotations between opening shifts (7:00 AM–3:30 PM) and closing shifts (8:00 AM until the last patient is seen).

Work location:

League City

As a Clinical Nurse, you directly support MD Anderson’s mission by delivering safe, evidence‑based oncology care while shaping improvements in clinical practice, patient outcomes, and operational efficiency. This role offers opportunities for professional growth, skill development, and long‑term career advancement while supporting work‑life balance through consistent weekday scheduling.

• 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.

• Deliver evidence‑based, quality nursing care consistent with the Professional Practice Model and unit standards.
• Coordinate and implement patient care across the continuum from assessment through evaluation.
• Triage patients effectively and manage clinical workflows in a fast‑paced outpatient environment.
• Provide clinically competent, compassionate direct care using a systematic, outcome‑focused approach.
• Integrate ethical principles into patient care practices and uphold patient rights.

• Participate in daily unit operations to meet financial and resource‑management goals.
• Collaborate with the Charge Nurse, Clinical Nurse Leader, and Nurse Manager to anticipate and address patient and family needs.
• Foster peer relationships and provide coaching, mentoring, and training to team members.
• Communicate effectively with leaders, disciplines, staff, patients, and families to support optimal outcomes.

• Apply new and existing evidence to clinical practice and support changes that promote efficiency and quality.
• Comply with regulatory standards and institutional policies.
• Use technology proficiently to deliver patient care and documentation.
• Participate in evaluating and improving patient‑care delivery using evidence‑based and empirical outcomes.

• Provide performance feedback to leaders and contribute to staff evaluations.
• Support Just Culture by holding self and others accountable for practice standards.
• Maximize productivity to achieve unit goals and outcomes.
• Strengthen practice through continuous learning and engagement in professional development activities.

• Maintain knowledge of empirical outcomes relevant to Radiation Oncology.
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