Winter 2027 Nurse Residency Program - Austin/San Antonio Region
Texas Oncology is offering a unique opportunity for recent Registered Nursing graduates seeking a full-time, Winter Nurse Residency position. The residency cohort will begin in January 2027 in the Austin/San Antonio regional area. The residency program is 10 weeks in length and includes both didactic and clinical components. The first 2 weeks of the program (didactic component) will be hosted in Dallas with all expenses covered by Texas Oncology; the remaining 8 weeks of the program (clinical component) will be based at designated sites in the Austin/San Antonio regional area.
Schedule
- Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
- Weekends and major holidays off
About the Role
Upon successful completion of the residency program, residents have the option of transferring to a site within one of our other geographic regions, if desired (based on position availability).
Texas Oncology is the largest community oncology provider in the country, with approximately 600+ providers in 280+ sites across Texas and southeastern Oklahoma. Our founders pioneered community-based cancer care to make high-quality, evidence-based treatment accessible in local communities, allowing patients to fight cancer at home with the support of family and friends. Today, Texas Oncology treats half of all Texans diagnosed with cancer annually.
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
- Life Insurance
- Short-term and Long-term Disability Coverage
- Generous PTO program
- 401k plan with Company Match
- Wellness program that rewards healthy lifestyle practices
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Employee Assistance Program
- Discounts for select retailers
Responsibilities
- Plan, implement, coordinate, evaluate, and promote continuity of care consistent with established standards and practices
- Prepare and administer therapies under the direction and supervision of a physician
- Maintain a safe work environment and follow OSHA guidelines when handling cytotoxic agents, biohazardous waste, and materials potentially infected with bloodborne pathogens
- Facilitate clinical operations and patient care, including scheduling consultations, pre-testing, diagnostic tests, referrals, and future appointments
- Triage patient phone calls as needed and document relevant information in patient charts
- Act as a resource to LPN/LVNs and Medical Assistants through interprofessional collaboration
- Participate in professional development activities and maintain current knowledge of oncology nursing through continuing education
Requirements
- Graduation from an accredited school of professional nursing within three years prior to January 11, 2027 (BSN preferred)
- Current BCLS (Basic Cardiac and Life Support) certification required upon hire for onboarding
- Registered Nurse (RN) State license with the Texas State Board of Nursing required by the end of the residency program to be eligible for a permanent position
- Experience and knowledge of the purpose and use of medications in cancer treatment (preferred)
Working Conditions
Exposure to communicable diseases, toxic substances, ionizing radiation, medical preparations, and other conditions common to an oncology/hematology clinic environment.
Physical Requirements
- Full range of body motion, including handling and lifting patients, manual and finger dexterity, and eye-hand coordination
- Standing and walking for extensive periods of time
- Occasionally lift and carry items weighing up to 40 lbs
- Corrected vision and hearing to normal range