Experienced Clinical Nurse - Ambulatory Treatment Center

Clinical Nurse - Ambulatory Treatment Center (ATC)

The ATC nurse has the competence and competencies regarding all aspects of administering and monitoring a variety of systemic cancer therapies and other injectable infusions to an adult population in the Ambulatory Treatment Center.

The ideal candidate will have infusion experience (chemotherapy infusion preferred). OCN or Chemo/Biotherapy certification is a plus.

The ideal candidate has infusion experience, preferably chemotherapy infusion experience. Oncology Certified Nurse (OCN) and/or Chemotherapy/Biotherapy certification is preferred. Candidates should possess strong clinical assessment skills, excellent communication abilities, and a commitment to delivering high-quality patient care. Candidates with backgrounds in Medical/Surgical, Emergency Room, Dialysis, or other acute care nursing settings are encouraged to apply.

Location\: TMC (Texas Medical Center) Region* to include ATC Main, ATC Mays and/or ATC Life Science Plaza (LSP).

Shift/Schedule\: 12\:30pm - 11\:00pm with rotating weekends and holidays

Hourly breakdown of salary range\: Minimum $32.69 – Midpoint $50.58 – Maximum $68.51

What's In It For You?

Make a Global Impact\: Be part of a world-renowned institution whose mission is to eliminate cancer locally and globally through cutting-edge patient care, research, and education.

Specialized Infusion Experience\: Gain and apply advanced skills in administering a wide range of systemic cancer therapies—including chemotherapy, immunotherapy, and clinical trial infusions—within a collaborative, interdisciplinary team.

Professional Growth & Recognition\: Work in a high-acuity setting that values certification (OCN, Chemo/Biotherapy), supports ongoing education, and offers opportunities to develop expertise in oncology nursing and infusion therapy.

SUMMARY

The primary purpose of the Clinical Nurse position is to positively affect patient outcomes by providing, coordinating, and supporting evidence based direct patient care across the continuum of care. The highest quality of patient care and the appropriate use of resources is achieved in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team.

KEY FUNCTIONS

Infusions administered may include (but are not limited to) standard of care and research chemotherapy, targeted therapy, and immunotherapy, blood products, IVIG, growth factors, antibiotics, electrolytes and hydration.
Demonstrates excellent verbal and written communication skills. Has the ability to assess and educate patients and family/caregivers to ensure future care needs are met.
Develops collaborative, professional relationships with physicians and all members of the heath care team.
Specific competencies include\:

IV insertion and venous access device management
Accurate administration and monitoring of infusions via a variety of routes (oral, subcutaneous, intramuscular, intravenous)
Performing an independent double-check for chemotherapy administration
Safe handling and disposal of chemotherapy to minimize patient and staff exposure to hazardous drugs
Continuous infusion pumps (connects and disconnects)
Management of treatment related side effects and adverse reactions
Minimizing the risk for infection among patients who are actually or potentially immunocompromised
Knowledge needed to facilitate early detection of specific side effects that lead to effective self-management of the side effect when it does occur