Clinical Nurse, Outpatient - Proton Therapy Center

The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center is a leading institution dedicated to cancer care, research, education, and prevention. Within the Proton Therapy Center, the Outpatient Clinical Nurse supports patients receiving highly specialized proton beam radiation therapy, an advanced treatment that precisely targets tumors while minimizing damage to surrounding healthy tissue. The Outpatient Clinical Nurse serves as a critical member of the outpatient care team, ensuring patients experience safe, coordinated, and compassionate care throughout their treatment journey.
 

At UT MD Anderson, the Outpatient Clinical Nurse partners with interdisciplinary teams in a technologically sophisticated environment to deliver evidence-based care, promote quality outcomes, and support continuous improvement initiatives. This role combines direct patient care, care coordination, patient advocacy, operational support, and professional leadership to enhance the overall patient experience.
 

The ideal candidate is a graduate of an accredited nursing program with a Bachelor’s degree preferred, holds a current Texas Registered Nurse license and Basic Life Support/Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation certification, and brings at least two years of clinical nursing experience. Experience in pre-admission testing, post-anesthesia care units, procedural nursing, medical-surgical nursing, or intensive care settings is preferred. Oncology nursing certification or certification in a specialty practice area is highly valued, along with demonstrated clinical judgment, technological proficiency, commitment to evidence-based practice, and dedication to professional growth.
 

Position Information
Hourly breakdown of salary range: Minimum $32.69 – Midpoint $50.48 – Maximum $68.26
 

The typical work schedule is Monday–Friday, 8:00am–4:30pm. Hours may flex earlier or later depending on clinic needs. Occasional weekend and early morning shifts (starting at 6:45am) may be required for Code Blue coverage.

Why Us?
At UT MD Anderson, nurses directly contribute to a mission focused on eliminating cancer through exceptional patient care, groundbreaking research, education, and prevention. The Proton Therapy Center offers the opportunity to work with advanced treatment technology while collaborating with highly skilled multidisciplinary teams. This position supports professional development, leadership growth, innovation in clinical practice, and meaningful patient relationships in a supportive outpatient environment that values work-life balance and continuous learning.
 

MD Anderson offers our nurses: • Three 12-hour shifts per week, 1872 hours per year (minimum) • Paid employee medical benefits (zero premium) starting on first day for employees who work 30 or more 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 an 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. PLUS - nurses will earn up to $8,320 in annual department-based differentials for all inpatient units. Clinical Nurses relocating from 100+ miles from MD Anderson will also qualify for up to $10,000 in relocation assistance!

MD Anderson is among 25 of hospitals in the world who have earned six consecutive Magnet Recognition Program® designations from the American Nurses Credentialing Center. Our nursing community transforms nursing care through clinical practice, education, and research. Each day, more than 4,400 registered nurses deliver compassionate, evidence-based cancer care to patients and their families.

Responsibilities
Patient Care Coordination
• Coordinate and implement patient care across the continuum in collaboration with the inter-professional team
• Deliver quality, evidence-based nursing care throughout the outpatient treatment experience
• Support continuity of care for patients receiving proton therapy services
• Ensure safe, effective, and patient-centered care delivery

Patient Advocacy & Communication
• Advocate for patients and families to uphold patient rights and ensure compassionate care
• Communicate effectively with patients, families, and interdisciplinary teams
• Promote patient understanding, engagement, and a positive care experience

Clinical Leadership & Team Support
• Organize and prioritize team workflows to support efficient care delivery
• Coach, assist, and support staff to optimize patient outcomes and resource utilization
• Engage in mentoring activities and foster strong peer relationships
• Contribute to staff development and professional growth initiatives

Operations & Continuous Improvement
• Participate in daily operations to support financial and resource stewardship goals
• Evaluate and contribute to quality improvement initiatives and empirical outcomes
• Foster a culture of accountability, innovation, and continuous improvement
• Apply new knowledge, research, and innovations to enhance clinical practice and patient outcomes

Professional Practice
• Demonstrate strong clinical judgment in patient care decision-making
• Utilize clinical technology effectively within an advanced treatment environment
• Support evidence-based practice and professional nursing standards
• Lead and embrace change initiatives that improve care delivery and operational effectiveness