Nurse

About the role

This role provides comprehensive clinical and administrative support in a fast‑paced oncology clinic, working closely with providers to deliver high‑quality chemotherapy, immunotherapy, and infusion care. You will manage patient assessments, coordinate care plans, perform phlebotomy and lab‑related tasks, and ensure accurate documentation while contributing to a supportive, team‑oriented culture.

Responsibilities

• Record patient vital signs, including height, weight, allergies, and medication changes in the electronic medical record (EMR) or electronic health record (EHR) systems.
• Gather detailed patient histories to support accurate diagnosis and treatment planning.
• Interpret laboratory results and communicate findings to providers and the care team.
• Obtain blood specimens and perform phlebotomy in accordance with clinical standards and safety protocols.
• Support providers in creating individualized care plans, coordinating implementation, and evaluating patient progress.
• Maintain complete, timely, and accurate documentation for all assigned patient care activities.
• Answer phone calls related to referrals and ensure appropriate follow‑up and coordination.
• Schedule patient tests, procedures, and hospital admissions as ordered by providers.
• Schedule follow‑up appointments to review test results and ensure continuity of care.
• Perform general administrative duties such as typing, filing, faxing, and reception to support clinic operations.
• Provide excellent customer service to patients and families, ensuring a compassionate and professional experience.
• Work efficiently in a fast‑paced oncology environment while remaining self‑sufficient and organized.
• Collaborate with the multidisciplinary team to support infusion, chemotherapy, and immunotherapy services.
• Apply medical terminology accurately in clinical documentation and communication.
• Use critical thinking skills to identify patient needs, potential issues, and appropriate interventions.
• Demonstrate attention to detail in all clinical and administrative tasks to support patient safety and quality care.

Essential Skills

• Registered Nurse with Texas State Board of Nursing license.
• Minimum of 3 + years of experience as a nurse in a clinical setting.
• At least 2 + years of oncology nursing experience, including exposure to chemotherapy, immunotherapy, or infusion services.
• Proficiency in obtaining blood specimens and performing phlebotomy.
• Experience working in a fast‑paced health‑care environment.
• Ability to gather patient histories and accurately record vital signs, allergies, and medication changes.
• Strong critical‑thinking skills to support complex oncology care and clinical decision‑making.
• Competence in interpreting laboratory results and communicating findings to the care team.
• Solid administrative skills, including typing, filing, faxing, and reception duties.
• Working knowledge of medical terminology relevant to oncology and general health care.
• Experience using electronic medical record (EMR) and electronic health record (EHR) systems.
• Demonstrated customer‑service skills and ability to interact professionally with patients and families.
• High level of attention to detail in both clinical and administrative tasks.
• Positive attitude and ability to work effectively as a team player.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Oncology nursing experience with direct involvement in chemotherapy, immunotherapy, and infusion treatments.
• Ability to be self‑sufficient and manage responsibilities independently in a busy clinic.
• Strong organizational and time‑management skills to handle multiple tasks and priorities.
• Comfort working in a fast‑paced environment while maintaining accuracy and composure.
• Demonstrated commitment to collaborative, team‑based care and open communication.
• Customer‑focused mindset with an emphasis on patient‑centered care and service.

Work Environment

The position is based in a fast‑paced oncology clinic in Houston, TX, providing chemotherapy, immunotherapy, and infusion services. You will work closely with a multidisciplinary team in a culture that emphasizes collaboration, team building, and open communication. The clinic regularly engages in team‑building exercises, celebrates holidays together, and maintains an open‑door policy to support a positive and inclusive atmosphere. The environment involves regular use of EMR/EHR systems and typical clinical and administrative equipment such as computers, phones, fax machines, and medical devices for vital signs and phlebotomy.

Schedule

Standard work hours are Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM (or until the last patient is seen). No weekend shifts.

Location

Fully onsite position in Houston, TX.

Pay

The pay range for this position is $40.00 – $47.00 per hour. Individual compensation will depend on qualifications, experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent factors.

Benefits

• Paid time off accrual
• Retirement plan with employer match
• Multiple health insurance options (medical, dental, vision)
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital coverage
• 401(k) retirement plan – pre‑tax and Roth post‑tax contributions available
• Life insurance (voluntary life & AD&D for employee and dependents)
• Short‑ and long‑term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time off/leave (PTO, vacation, or sick leave)