What are the responsibilities and job description for the Per Diem Nurse - Radiation Therapeutic Nursing position at MD Anderson Cancer Center?
Per diem Nurse
Position Overview
This Per Diem Nurse position supports the Radiation Therapeutics Services team, specifically during weekend operations. The RN will work closely with radiation therapists to ensure high-quality care for inpatients and outpatients receiving radiation therapy treatments over the weekend. The nurse will be responsible for collaborating with healthcare teams to manage patient care, monitor treatment progress, and provide necessary clinical interventions.
Shift- The position primarily involves weekend shifts, with occasional weekday availability required for educational or training purposes. The shift starts at 7:45 AM and lasts until the last patient is seen, typically no more than 8 hours. Please note: This position requires you to complete the onsite Nursing Orientation for the first two weeks during business hours.
Collaboration With Radiation Therapists
Work in close coordination with radiation therapists to provide care to patients undergoine conducted as part of the radiation therapy plan.
Patient Monitoring And Care
Administer medications and provide nursing care as required during treatment.
Assess and monitor patient vital signs, reaction to treatments, and any side effects.
Offer supportive care to manage symptoms or complications related to radiation therapy.
Communication With Inpatient Nursing Staff
Receive and provide report to the inpatient nursing team about the patient's status and treatment progress.
Ensure proper documentation of treatment and nursing interventions.
Weekend Coverage
Support weekend radiation therapy services, ensuring that all patient care activities are completed efficiently.
Respond to any urgent care needs related to radiation therapy patients during weekend shifts.
Safety And Compliance
Follow safety protocols and ensure patient safety during radiation therapy procedures.
Maintain compliance with all institutional policies, guidelines, and procedures regarding patient care, radiation safety, and infection control.
Education
Required: Graduation from an accredited school of professional nursing.
Experience
Required: One year of relevant clinical nursing experience.
Certification/Licensure
Required: Current State of Texas Professional Nursing license (RN). Basic Life Support (BLS) or Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification. Preferred: American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS), ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) or PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) certification as required by patient care area.
It is the policy of The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center to provide equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state or local laws unless such distinction is required by law. http://www.mdanderson.org/about-us/legal-and-policy/legal-statements/eeo-affirmative-action.html
Additional Information
Position Overview
This Per Diem Nurse position supports the Radiation Therapeutics Services team, specifically during weekend operations. The RN will work closely with radiation therapists to ensure high-quality care for inpatients and outpatients receiving radiation therapy treatments over the weekend. The nurse will be responsible for collaborating with healthcare teams to manage patient care, monitor treatment progress, and provide necessary clinical interventions.
Shift- The position primarily involves weekend shifts, with occasional weekday availability required for educational or training purposes. The shift starts at 7:45 AM and lasts until the last patient is seen, typically no more than 8 hours. Please note: This position requires you to complete the onsite Nursing Orientation for the first two weeks during business hours.
Collaboration With Radiation Therapists
Work in close coordination with radiation therapists to provide care to patients undergoine conducted as part of the radiation therapy plan.
Patient Monitoring And Care
Administer medications and provide nursing care as required during treatment.
Assess and monitor patient vital signs, reaction to treatments, and any side effects.
Offer supportive care to manage symptoms or complications related to radiation therapy.
Communication With Inpatient Nursing Staff
Receive and provide report to the inpatient nursing team about the patient's status and treatment progress.
Ensure proper documentation of treatment and nursing interventions.
Weekend Coverage
Support weekend radiation therapy services, ensuring that all patient care activities are completed efficiently.
Respond to any urgent care needs related to radiation therapy patients during weekend shifts.
Safety And Compliance
Follow safety protocols and ensure patient safety during radiation therapy procedures.
Maintain compliance with all institutional policies, guidelines, and procedures regarding patient care, radiation safety, and infection control.
Education
Required: Graduation from an accredited school of professional nursing.
Experience
Required: One year of relevant clinical nursing experience.
Certification/Licensure
Required: Current State of Texas Professional Nursing license (RN). Basic Life Support (BLS) or Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification. Preferred: American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS), ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) or PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) certification as required by patient care area.
It is the policy of The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center to provide equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state or local laws unless such distinction is required by law. http://www.mdanderson.org/about-us/legal-and-policy/legal-statements/eeo-affirmative-action.html
Additional Information
- Requisition ID: 173943
- Employment Status: Per Diem
- Employee Status: Regular
- Work Week: Weekends
- Minimum Salary: US Dollar (USD) 51,376
- Midpoint Salary: US Dollar (USD) 51,376
- Maximum Salary : US Dollar (USD) 51,376
- FLSA: non-exempt and eligible for overtime pay
- Fund Type: Hard
- Work Location: Onsite
- Pivotal Position: Yes
- Referral Bonus Available?: Yes
- Relocation Assistance Available?: Yes
- Science Jobs: No
