Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (or Physician Assistant) - Hematology

About the role

The Benign Hematology section provides outstanding care to patients with cancer who have diseases of the blood. Our goals are:

• To provide clinical support for patients with cancer who have non-malignant disorders of bleeding, thrombosis, platelets, red cells and white cells.
• To work collaboratively with primary providers to optimize clinical outcomes, including long-term outcomes.
• To identify and explore areas of research - both basic and clinical - that provide avenues to improved standards-of-care for patients with cancer who are suffering from blood diseases.
• To educate patients, students, post-doctoral trainees, mid-level providers and physician colleagues about the impact and natural history of hematological disorders that emerge or complicate the course of a patient's cancer and its treatment.

Responsibilities

The ideal candidate for this position will be a skilled Advanced Practice Provider with a strong foundation in oncology and a genuine passion for caring for patients with complex benign hematologic conditions. This role supports the Benign Hematology section, which delivers exceptional care to patients with cancer who develop non malignant disorders of the blood, including abnormalities of bleeding, thrombosis, platelets, red cells, and white cells.

• To succeed in this role, the candidate should bring at least two years of oncology experience, specifically in the diagnosis and management of patients in the outpatient setting.
• Experience caring for patients with cancer related or treatment related hematologic challenges is desirable.
• A strong clinical interest in the management of thrombosis is essential, with additional interest in other benign hematologic conditions such as iron deficiency anemia.
• This role will require 100% onsite presence during initial mandatory department training.

Requirements

Education:

• Master's Degree Nursing.
• Doctorate Nursing Practice.

Work Experience:

• None.

Qualifications

Written authorization from the Texas Board of Nursing to function as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse. Upon Hire

APRN - Adv Practice Registered Nurse

ACNP - Acute Care Nurse Practitioner

ACNPC - Acute Care Nurse Practitioner - AACCNCC

ACAGNP - Acute Care Adult/Geron NP

AGACNP - Adult-Gerontology AcuteCare NP

ACNPC-AG - Cert AD GEY Acute Care NP

AGPCNP -Adult-Gero Primary Care NP

AGNP -Adult/Gerontology NP

ACPNP -Acute Care Pediatric Nurs Prac

ANP - Adult Nurse Practitioner

FNP - Family Nurse Practitioner

GNP - Gerontological Nurse Prac

PNP - Pediatric Nurse Practit

PMHNP - Psych/Mental Health NP

WHNP - Womans Health Nurse Pract.

APNPAdv Pract Nurse/Prescriptive

BLS - Basic Life Support

PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support

If working in the following departments: Pediatric - Patient Care (113100)

BLS - Basic Life Support American Heart Association Basic Life Support

PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support Certification as required by patient care area. Upon Hire

MAY BE REQUIRED: Authorization for limited prescriptive authority by the Texas Board of Nursing. Upon Hire

Clinical Privileges Must obtain and maintain relevant clinical privileges. Continued employment in this position at MD Anderson is contingent upon maintaining these privileges.

Benefits

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.

Pay

US Dollar (USD) 117,500 Midpoint Salary: US Dollar (USD) 146,500 Maximum Salary : US Dollar (USD) 176,500

Schedule

Days Minimum Salary: US Dollar (USD) 117,500 Midpoint Salary: US Dollar (USD) 146,500 Maximum Salary : US Dollar (USD) 176,500