Nursing – UTMB Health Cancer Care

About UTMB Health

UTMB Health has been at the forefront of discovery and patient care for more than 130 years, advancing health through compassion, innovation, and education. Our multidisciplinary team in Cancer Care provides comprehensive, patient-centered cancer care using the latest treatment technologies and evidence-based practices.

We are seeking dedicated, skilled, and compassionate Registered Nurses to join our growing team. Applicants will be considered for one of several nursing roles — including Outpatient Nurse Manager, Nursing Program Manager, Oncology Nurse Clinician, Senior Oncology Nurse Clinician, or Patient Navigator (RN) — based on experience, qualifications, and professional interests.

These positions play an integral role in providing and coordinating high-quality oncology care across outpatient, clinical, and programmatic settings. Nursing professionals in this department deliver expert-level patient care, provide leadership and guidance to team members, and contribute to the strategic and operational goals of UTMB’s Radiation Oncology program.

Depending on role and experience level, responsibilities may include:

• Delivering safe, compassionate, and evidence-based nursing care to adult oncology patients in outpatient and infusion settings.
• Performing comprehensive patient assessments, developing individualized care plans, and evaluating treatment outcomes.
• Collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate and optimize patient care throughout the cancer treatment continuum.
• Managing and prioritizing complex patient needs, including oncologic emergencies and treatment-related complications.
• Providing education and emotional support to patients and families regarding treatment plans, side effects, and survivorship care.
• Leading or supporting program initiatives related to quality improvement, accreditation, and compliance with regulatory standards.
• Serving as a resource, mentor, and role model to other nurses, medical assistants, and students.
• Overseeing clinic operations, patient flow, and staffing to ensure efficiency and quality outcomes.
• Participating in process improvement, policy development, and program planning.
• Engaging in professional development, maintaining current licensure and certifications, and contributing to departmental excellence.

Oncology Nurse Clinician
:

• Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)
• Two (2) years of clinical RN experience, with prior oncology experience
• Active Texas RN license or valid temporary permit; BLS certification

Senior Oncology Nurse Clinician
:

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
• Five (5) years of clinical RN experience, including oncology nursing experience
• Active Texas RN license; BLS certification;
  Oncology Nursing Certification

Patient Navigator (RN):

• Bachelor’s degree in Nursing (BSN)
• Three (3) years of prior RN or RN patient navigator experience
• Active Texas RN license; BLS certification; applicable specialty certification

Nursing Program Manager
:

• Bachelor’s degree in Nursing (BSN)
• Four (4) years RN experience, including two (2) years in progressive management
• Active Texas RN license; approved specialty certification as applicable
• Preferred:
  Experience leading accreditation and site visits (ACR, CoC, NAPBC)

Outpatient Nurse Manager
:

• Bachelor’s degree in Nursing (BSN)
• Minimum five (5) years healthcare experience, preferably in an outpatient setting, with supervisory experience
• Active Texas RN license
• Preferred:
  Radiation Oncology experience

• Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
• Occasional additional hours as needed
• Work Location:
  
  Galveston and League City, Texas

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience and role
• Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Teacher Retirement System (TRS) participation
• Flexible Paid Time Off (PTO) program, Extended Illness Bank (EIB), and 10 paid holidays annually
• Benefits coverage begins on your first day of employment

UTMB Health is committed to fostering professional growth, teamwork, and excellence in nursing practice. If you’re ready to make a difference in the lives of…