Clinical Nurse Residency Program - Surgical Oncology

About the Role

The Clinical Nurse Resident at MD Anderson Cancer Center manages patient outcomes by providing, coordinating, and supporting clinical aspects of direct patient care across the continuum of care. The role impacts quality of patient care, patient outcomes, and resource utilization in a designated area in collaboration with a multidisciplinary team. Nurses on the P10 Surgical/Oncology unit deliver pre‑ and post‑operative care, manage pain and complications, and provide education and emotional support to patients and families.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with physicians, other services, patients, and families to plan care and evaluate outcomes.
• Integrate research results and theories into practice and participate in data collection for current studies.
• Demonstrate clinical competency and compassion in providing care, using technology, administering medications, performing procedures, and managing emergencies.
• Document care according to established standards and maintain accurate electronic health records.
• Ensure continuity of care through discharge planning, patient education, and coordination of services.
• Act as a patient and family advocate to uphold patient rights.
• Train, coach, and assist team members to ensure optimum patient care and efficient use of resources.

Requirements

• Graduation from an accredited school of professional nursing (BSN preferred).
• Graduated within the past 12 months, passed NCLEX, and completed a clinical rotation or PSNE program at MD Anderson.
• Current State of Texas Professional Nursing license (RN).
• Certification in oncology or another nursing specialty (preferred).
• American Heart Association BLS; ACLS or PALS certification as required by the patient care area.
• No prior experience required.

Schedule

7:00 pm – 7:00 am shift, Monday – Friday, with rotating weekends and holidays.

Pay

Hourly salary range: Minimum $32.70 – Midpoint $50.48 – Maximum $68.26.

Annual salary range (based on full‑time status): Minimum $68,000 – Midpoint $105,200 – Maximum $142,500.

Exempt position eligible for overtime at time‑and‑a‑half rate.

Benefits

• Three 12‑hour shifts per week (minimum 1,872 hours per year).
• Paid employee medical benefits (zero premium) starting day one for employees working ≥30 hours/week.
• Group dental, vision, life, AD&D, and disability coverage.
• Paid time off (PTO) and Extended Illness Bank (EIB) 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 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.
• Up to $8,320 annual department‑based differentials for all inpatient units.
• Relocation assistance up to $10,000 for nurses moving >100 miles.

Additional Information

MD Anderson is among the 1 % of hospitals nationwide with six consecutive Magnet Recognition Program® designations. The position may involve maintaining security and integrity of critical infrastructure as defined by Texas law, requiring routine reviews and screening.