Clinical Nurse (.9FTE/36 Hours) - G19W Leukemia - Nights (7pm-7am)
- Full-Time
- Houston, TX
- MD Anderson Cancer Center
- Posted 1 year ago – Accepting applications
Job Description
**$8,320 Unit Base Differential** Experienced Clinical Nurse Position on G19W Leukemia Unit (7 pm - 7 am) includes some weekends and holidays
The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center is ranked the No. 1 for cancer care by U.S. News & World Report's " Best Hospitals." MD Anderson's mission is to eliminate cancer in Texas, the nation and the world through exceptional programs that integrate patient care, research and prevention. Our mission also includes education for undergraduate and graduate students, trainees, professionals, employees and the public. Our core values of Caring, Integrity, Discovery, Safety and Stewardship govern the way we operate, make decisions, and help shape our culture.
Why Nursing at MD Anderson?
MD Anderson's exceptional team of nurses have been recognized for Nursing Excellence by earning five Magnet designations by the American Nurses Credentialing Center's Magnet Recognition Program, the gold standard in nursing. MD Anderson joins an elite group of only about 20 hospitals nationwide who have been recognized five times during the programs 26-year history. Nurses at MD Anderson work to accelerate the contributions of nursing science to evidence-based practice in collaboration with nurse clinicians and leaders. Our nurses are supported through nurse-driven research, educational initiatives, mentoring and professional development.
Experienced Clinical Nurses receive a very competitive compensation package which includes fully covered medical premiums, Teacher's Retirement Services (TRS) contribution, generous Paid-Time-Off and certification pay.
PLUS - nurses will earn up to $8,320 in annual unit-based differentials for all inpatient units. In addition, Evening/Night nurses will be eligible for shift differential pay.
Clinical Nurses relocating from 100+ miles from MD Anderson will also qualify for up to $10,000 in relocation assistance!
Join our team to be part of a variety of novel treatments, such as CAR-T, that has demonstrated our commitment to ending cancer.
The G19W Leukemia Unit is one of three units dedicated to the care of the acute/chronic and remission Leukemia patient. The Leukemia patient is on the receiving end of some novel therapies for the treatment of their respective cancer such as Autologous Chimeric Antigen Receptor-T Cell (CAR-T cells) which has shown great clinical promise and standard/ investigational or consolidation chemotherapies. Nurses are responsible for organizing the care of the patient including the administration of chemotherapy, blood products, electrolyte replacements, monitoring the patient on telemetry and any cardiac drips. The primary nurse is also responsible for working with the primary team towards a successful discharge inclusive of patient and family teaching.
**The Intensive Care Unit (ICU) at MD Anderson provides patient focused care through a multidisciplinary team approach. Quality and patient outcomes are at the heart of our practice. The ICU team participates in Evidence Based Practice, unit and hospital -based committees, and local and national conferences.
Our ICU has 55 beds and 230 employees; the ICU at MD Anderson provides patient focused care through a multidisciplinary team approach. Quality and patient outcomes are at the heart of our practice. The ICU team participates in Evidence Based Practice, unit and hospital-based committees, and local and national conferences.
Ideal candidate will have graduated from an accredited school of professional nurse, TX RN license with a minimum of 12 months recent RN experience in an inpatient setting on a Medical/Surgical unit. Prior Oncology / Hematology experience a plus. BLS and/or ACLS certification required.
Shift: 7 pm -7 am and 26 out of 52 weekends per year
Hourly breakdown of salary range:
Minimum $31.73 - Midpoint $43.27 - Maximum $54.81
KEY NURSING FUNCTIONS
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Education:
Required: Graduation from an accredited school of professional nursing.
Preferred: Bachelor's of Science in Nursing.
Preferred Experience: 12 months of recent acute care RN experience.
Licensure/Certification:
Required: Current State of Texas Professional Nursing license (RN). Basic Life Support (BLS) or Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification.
WORK CONDITIONS:
Patient care environment.
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.html
Additional Information
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The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center is ranked the No. 1 for cancer care by U.S. News & World Report's " Best Hospitals." MD Anderson's mission is to eliminate cancer in Texas, the nation and the world through exceptional programs that integrate patient care, research and prevention. Our mission also includes education for undergraduate and graduate students, trainees, professionals, employees and the public. Our core values of Caring, Integrity, Discovery, Safety and Stewardship govern the way we operate, make decisions, and help shape our culture.
Why Nursing at MD Anderson?
MD Anderson's exceptional team of nurses have been recognized for Nursing Excellence by earning five Magnet designations by the American Nurses Credentialing Center's Magnet Recognition Program, the gold standard in nursing. MD Anderson joins an elite group of only about 20 hospitals nationwide who have been recognized five times during the programs 26-year history. Nurses at MD Anderson work to accelerate the contributions of nursing science to evidence-based practice in collaboration with nurse clinicians and leaders. Our nurses are supported through nurse-driven research, educational initiatives, mentoring and professional development.
Experienced Clinical Nurses receive a very competitive compensation package which includes fully covered medical premiums, Teacher's Retirement Services (TRS) contribution, generous Paid-Time-Off and certification pay.
PLUS - nurses will earn up to $8,320 in annual unit-based differentials for all inpatient units. In addition, Evening/Night nurses will be eligible for shift differential pay.
Clinical Nurses relocating from 100+ miles from MD Anderson will also qualify for up to $10,000 in relocation assistance!
Join our team to be part of a variety of novel treatments, such as CAR-T, that has demonstrated our commitment to ending cancer.
The G19W Leukemia Unit is one of three units dedicated to the care of the acute/chronic and remission Leukemia patient. The Leukemia patient is on the receiving end of some novel therapies for the treatment of their respective cancer such as Autologous Chimeric Antigen Receptor-T Cell (CAR-T cells) which has shown great clinical promise and standard/ investigational or consolidation chemotherapies. Nurses are responsible for organizing the care of the patient including the administration of chemotherapy, blood products, electrolyte replacements, monitoring the patient on telemetry and any cardiac drips. The primary nurse is also responsible for working with the primary team towards a successful discharge inclusive of patient and family teaching.
**The Intensive Care Unit (ICU) at MD Anderson provides patient focused care through a multidisciplinary team approach. Quality and patient outcomes are at the heart of our practice. The ICU team participates in Evidence Based Practice, unit and hospital -based committees, and local and national conferences.
Our ICU has 55 beds and 230 employees; the ICU at MD Anderson provides patient focused care through a multidisciplinary team approach. Quality and patient outcomes are at the heart of our practice. The ICU team participates in Evidence Based Practice, unit and hospital-based committees, and local and national conferences.
Ideal candidate will have graduated from an accredited school of professional nurse, TX RN license with a minimum of 12 months recent RN experience in an inpatient setting on a Medical/Surgical unit. Prior Oncology / Hematology experience a plus. BLS and/or ACLS certification required.
Shift: 7 pm -7 am and 26 out of 52 weekends per year
Hourly breakdown of salary range:
Minimum $31.73 - Midpoint $43.27 - Maximum $54.81
KEY NURSING FUNCTIONS
- Accountable for the management and provision of patient care in assigned area.
- Assesses patient's needs for nursing care and multidisciplinary team.
- Collaborates with physicians, other services, patient and patient's family to plan care and evaluate outcomes.
- Improves practice by integrating results and theories of research studies.
- Participates in data collection for current studies.
- Demonstrates clinical competency and compassion in providing care, using technology, administering medications, performing procedures and managing emergencies.
- Documents care according to established standards.
- Accesses, inputs and retrieves information from computer systems.
- Assures continuity of care through appropriate discharge planning, patient education and coordination of services.
- Acts as a patient and family advocate in order to uphold patient rights.
- Trains, coaches and assists team members to ensure optimum patient care and efficient use of resources.
- Other duties as assigned.
#LI-NG
Education:
Required: Graduation from an accredited school of professional nursing.
Preferred: Bachelor's of Science in Nursing.
Preferred Experience: 12 months of recent acute care RN experience.
Licensure/Certification:
Required: Current State of Texas Professional Nursing license (RN). Basic Life Support (BLS) or Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification.
WORK CONDITIONS:
Patient care environment.
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.html
Additional Information
- Requisition ID: 150418
- Employment Status: Part-Time Benefits Eligible
- Employee Status: Regular
- FLSA: exempt and eligible for additional compensation for hours worked beyond your usual schedule, paid at a time and a half rate
- Work Week: Evening/Night
- Fund Type: Hard
- Work Location: Onsite
- Pivotal Position: Yes
- Minimum Salary: US Dollar (USD) 66,000
- Midpoint Salary: US Dollar (USD) 90,000
- Maximum Salary : US Dollar (USD) 114,000
- Science Jobs: No