Clinical Development Specialist - Clinical & Translational Research Center

MISSION STATEMENT
The mission of The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center is to eliminate cancer in Texas, the nation, and the world through outstanding programs that integrate patient care, research and prevention, and through education for undergraduate and graduate students, trainees, professionals, employees and the public.

SUMMARY
Serves as a clinical nursing expert in various modalities. Assesses patient care and the clinical competency of nurses and provides education, development and quality improvement initiatives for a department.

Clinical Development Specialist opportunity in the Clinical & Translational Research Center department. The ideal candidate will have a bachelor's degree and at least five years of registered nursing experience, including a minimum of three years specializing in chemo/biotherapy infusion; preferably in an outpatient setting, and one year of clinical research experience.

Shift: Monday - Friday 9:00 am - 5:30 pm with occasional alternative schedule based on unit operations/educational initiatives .

Opportunity to Influence Patient Care: Play a key role in assessing and improving nursing practices, directly impacting patient outcomes and quality of care in a leading cancer center.

Professional Growth and Leadership: Collaborate with educators and management to design training programs, mentor nursing staff, and contribute to institutional initiatives, enhancing your leadership and educational skills.

Work with a Mission-Driven Organization: Be part of MD Anderson's mission to eliminate cancer through integrated patient care, research, and education, contributing to a globally recognized institution with a meaningful purpose.

What you will do
• Assesses patient care provided in a variety of patient care areas and clinical competency of nursing staff.
• In collaboration with area management and the nursing educator, designs tools and methodologies to identify needs and gaps in knowledge, skills and competencies of nursing staff.
• Provides educational opportunities to the nursing staff which fosters professional growth, strengthens problem solving and critical thinking skills.
• Incorporates oncology nursing standards, and institutional policy and procedures into practice.
• Evaluates outcome driven interventions.
• Collaborates with staff and the interdisciplinary team to improve patient care.
• Participates in organizational initiatives directed at improving clinical practice and patient outcomes.
• Performs other duties as assigned

Education
Required: Graduation from an accredited school of professional nursing
Preferred: Bachelor's degree in nursing

Experience
Required: Five years of registered nursing experience
Preferred: Five years of registered nursing experience, including a minimum of three years specializing in chemo/biotherapy infusion, preferably in an outpatient setting, and one year of research experience.

Licenses and Certifications
Required: Current State of Texas Professional Nursing license (RN), Basic Life Support (BLS) or Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification
Preferred: ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) or PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) certification as required by the patient care area. Board certified (RN-BC) in professional development by the American Credentialing Center or OCN Oncology Nurse Certification.

The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center offers excellent benefits , including medical, dental, paid time off , retirement , tuition benefits, educational opportunities, and individual and team recognition.

This position may be responsible for maintaining the security and integrity of critical infrastructure, as defined in Section 113.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code and therefore may require routine reviews and screening. The ability to satisfy and maintain all requirements necessary to ensure the continued security and integrity of such infrastructure is a condition of hire and continued employment.

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.

Additional Information

• Requisition ID: 177135
• Employment Status: Full-Time
• Employee Status: Regular
• Work Week: Day/Evening
• Minimum Salary: US Dollar (USD) 101,000
• Midpoint Salary: US Dollar (USD) 126,500
• Maximum Salary : US Dollar (USD) 152,000
• FLSA: exempt and eligible for overtime, paid at a straight rate
• Fund Type: Hard
• Work Location: Onsite
• Pivotal Position: Yes
• Referral Bonus Available?: No
• Relocation Assistance Available?: No

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