The Colon & Rectal Surgical Oncology department is a high-volume, fast-paced clinical environment with a strong culture of teamwork, collaboration, and integrated patient care. The Advanced Practice Registered Nurse & Physician Assistant plays a vital role within an APP team that is deeply involved in patient management, clinical decision-making, and multidisciplinary care delivery.
UT MD Anderson is experiencing continued growth within Colon & Rectal Surgical Oncology, creating new opportunities for Advanced Practice Providers to practice at the top of their license. The Advanced Practice Registered Nurse & Physician Assistant works within a collaborative team-based model alongside faculty while maintaining autonomous clinical responsibilities. The Advanced Practice Registered Nurse & Physician Assistant also benefits from dedicated mentorship, APP leadership support, professional development opportunities, and involvement in quality improvement, research, and APP-led clinical initiatives.
The ideal candidate has experience caring for surgical patients, preferably within Surgical Oncology, and demonstrates strong clinical judgment, professionalism, communication skills, and emotional intelligence. Experience with Epic/OneConnect is preferred. Candidates should be prepared to work collaboratively within an interdisciplinary team while maintaining the ability to independently assess, manage, and coordinate patient care. Education, experience, and licensure requirements were not fully provided.
Salary Range: Minimum $117,500.00 - Midpoint $146,500.00 - Maximum $176,500.00
The typical work schedule is Monday - Friday 8-5 pm. No weekends. No on call. Outpatient.
Work Location: Houston Area Locations (HALs); must be open to travel to Houston Area Locations
Key Responsibilities
Patient Assessment & Clinical Management
• Assess, triage, and therapeutically manage patient needs as an integral member of an interdisciplinary team
• Obtain medical histories and perform physical examinations and psychosocial assessments
• Review and interpret physical examination findings, laboratory results, and radiographic studies
• Formulate diagnostic and therapeutic management plans in collaboration with attending physicians
• Manage symptoms, toxicities, and complications related to disease and treatment
• Order consultations, diagnostic testing, and procedures as clinically indicated
Surgical Patient Care
• Manage pre-operative and post-operative patients in coordination with attending physicians and Fellows
• Apply knowledge of cancer pathophysiology, surgical processes, and wound healing in patient care planning
• Perform admission and discharge responsibilities
• Demonstrate proficiency in the care and management of Colon & Rectal Surgery patients
• Collaborate with physicians and multidisciplinary teams across the continuum of care
Procedures, Treatment & Documentation
• Perform procedures in accordance with institutional and state requirements
• Prescribe treatments and sign prescriptions as authorized by applicable regulations
• Screen physician calls and educate patients and families regarding care and available resources
• Document all pertinent patient information accurately within the medical record according to institutional policy
• Communicate verbally and in writing with physicians, team members, and external care providers
Patient Education & Care Coordination
• Provide patient-focused care through effective communication, personalization of interactions, emotional regulation, and proactive problem-solving
• Educate patients and families regarding colorectal oncology care and treatment plans
• Facilitate communication between patients, families, primary teams, and multidisciplinary providers
• Coordinate care across multiple clinical settings and patient populations
• Support positive patient experiences through collaborative care delivery
Research, Professional Practice & Operational Support
• Participate in clinical research activities and assist with eligibility assessments
• Monitor and document toxicities and side effects associated with investigational treatments according to protocol requirements
• Participate in on-call rotations if required during institutional shutdown events
• Maintain required licensure and continuing education related to clinical appointment and professional licensure
• Contribute to department initiatives, quality improvement activities, and clinical advancement efforts
Participates in on-going learning and demonstrates application of it in his/her role.
EDUCATION- Required: Master's Degree Nursing. or
- Required: Doctorate Nursing Practice.
- : Degree may be waived for applicants who obtained recognition as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse from the Texas State Board of Nursing prior to 1/1/2003.
- : Graduate education and related Texas Board of Nursing authorization must be consistent with clinical practice area and patient population.
WORK EXPERIENCELICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS- Required: Written authorization from the Texas Board of Nursing to function as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse. Upon Hire
- Required: APRN - Adv Practice Registered Nurse Upon Hire or
- Required: ACNP - Acute Care Nurse Practitioner Upon Hire or
- Required: ACNPC - Acute Care Nurse Practitioner - AACCNCC Upon Hire or
- Required: ACAGNP - Acute Care Adult/Geron NP Upon Hire or
- Required: AGACNP - Adult-Gerontology AcuteCare NP Upon Hire or
- Required: ACNPC-AG - Cert AD GEY Acute Care NP Upon Hire or
- Required: AGPCNP -Adult-Gero Primary Care NP Upon Hire or
- Required: AGNP -Adult/Gerontology NP Upon Hire or
- Required: ACPNP -Acute Care Pediatric Nurs Prac Upon Hire or
- Required: ANP - Adult Nurse Practitioner Upon Hire or
- Required: FNP - Family Nurse Practitioner Upon Hire or
- Required: GNP - Gerontological Nurse Prac Upon Hire or
- Required: PNP - Pediatric Nurse Practit Upon Hire or
- Required: PMHNP - Psych/Mental Health NP Upon Hire or
- Required: WHNP - Womans Health Nurse Pract. Upon Hire or
- Required: APNPAdv Pract Nurse/Prescriptive Upon Hire or
- Required: Related authorization must be consistent with clinical practice area and patient population. Upon Hire
- Required: BLS - Basic Life Support Upon Hire and
- Required: PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support If working in the following departments: Pediatric - Patient Care (113100). Upon Hire and
- Preferred: BLS - Basic Life Support American Heart Association Basic Life Support. Upon Hire
- Preferred: ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification as required by patient care area. Upon Hire
- Preferred: PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support Certification as required by patient care area. Upon Hire
- Required: MAY BE REQUIRED: Authorization for limited prescriptive authority by the Texas Board of Nursing. Upon Hire
- Required: Clinical Privileges Must obtain and maintain relevant clinical privileges. Continued employment in this position at MD Anderson is contingent upon maintaining these privileges.
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.
