Experienced Clinical Nurse - Inpatient Rehab & Neurology

UT MD Anderson Cancer Center · Houston, TX Full Time
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Job Description

The Experienced Clinical Nurse at MD Anderson Cancer Center manages patient outcomes by providing, coordinating and supporting clinical aspects of direct patient care across the continuum of care. They impact quality of patient care, patient outcomes and use of resources in a designated area in collaboration with a multidisciplinary team. Ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing, an RN license, and at least one year of nursing experience in an acute care setting. Candidates must work the Evening/Night shift from 7:00am – 7:00pm shift, Monday – Friday, with rotating weekends and holidays. The Rehab/Neuro unit is a 32-bed unit and the unit cares for neurosurgery, neuro-oncology and in-patient rehab patients. The patient population is mostly adults ages 18 and older. Our unit focuses on acute care patients and Neuro Progressive Care patients who require more hands on monitoring the first 24 hours post-surgery. Quality and patient outcomes are at the heart of our practice, and the team actively participates in Evidence Based Practice, unit and hospital-based committees, and local and national conferences.The acute care rehabilitation service helps to safely transition patients to a community setting. Rehabilitation services include bowel and bladder retraining, dysphagia management, tracheostomy and ostomy management, wound care and medication management . Hourly breakdown of salary range: Minimum $32.70 - Midpoint $50.48 - Maximum $68.26 MD Anderson offers our nurses: - Three 12 hour shifts per week, 1872 hours per year (minimum) - Paid employee medical benefits (zero premium) starting on first day for employees who work 30 or more hours per week - Group Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D and Disability coverage - Paid time off (PTO) and Extended Illness Bank (EIB) paid leave accruals - Paid institutional holidays, wellness leave, childcare leave and other paid leave programs - Tuition Assistance Program after six months of service - Teachers Retirement System defined-benefit pension plan and two voluntary retirement plans - Employer paid life, AD&D and an illness-related reduced salary pay program - Health Savings Account and Dependent Care Reimbursement flexible spending accounts - Fertility benefits - State of Texas longevity pay - Extensive wellness, recognition, fitness, employee health programs and employee resource groups. PLUS - nurses will earn up to $8,320 in annual department-based differentials for all inpatient units. Clinical Nurses relocating from 100 miles from MD Anderson will also qualify for up to $10,000 in relocation assistance! MD Anderson is among 1% of hospitals nationwide who have earned six consecutive Magnet Recognition Program® designations from the American Nurses Credentialing Center. Our nursing community transforms nursing care through clinical practice, education and research. Each day, more than 4,400 registered nurses deliver compassionate, evidence-based cancer care to patients and their families. Manages patient outcomes by providing, coordinating and supporting clinical aspects of direct patient care across the continuum of care. • Collaborates with p

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General overview for this role type — specific duties and requirements vary by employer.

Therapy positions in senior living settings differ significantly from outpatient clinic work. Rather than seeing patients for isolated injuries, you will work with older adults managing multiple chronic conditions — fall recovery, post-stroke rehabilitation, degenerative joint disease, and cognitive decline are common caseloads. Texas requires active licensure through the Texas Board of Physical Therapy Examiners (PT/PTA) or the equivalent board for OT and SLP professionals.

Many therapy roles in this setting are provided through contract rehab companies rather than direct facility employment, which affects benefits, scheduling, and productivity requirements. Productivity expectations typically range from 75-90% of billable hours, and Medicare documentation requirements are substantial. The upside is meaningful patient relationships — you will see the same residents regularly and track real functional progress over weeks and months rather than brief clinical encounters.

What to Expect in This Role Day-to-Day

Based on typical senior living facilities in the Houston area.

Your schedule is built around individual treatment sessions, usually 30-45 minutes each, with residents either in a dedicated therapy gym or in their rooms for those with mobility limitations. Morning sessions tend to focus on functional mobility — transfers, gait training, balance work — when residents have the most energy. Afternoon sessions often address fine motor skills, cognitive exercises, or maintenance programs.

Between sessions, you will document progress notes, update care plans, and coordinate with nursing staff on resident status changes. Interdisciplinary team meetings happen weekly at most facilities, where therapy, nursing, dietary, and activities staff align on resident goals. Evaluations and re-certifications for Medicare-covered stays require detailed clinical justification. Many therapists in senior living settings find the pace more sustainable than hospital or outpatient environments, with more time for genuine therapeutic relationships.

Houston Area Salary Data

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, Healthcare Social Worker positions in the Houston metro area earn a median wage of $34.57/hr ($71,906/yr). The typical range is $25.46 – $39.23/hr (25th–75th percentile).

Entry Level (10th) $46,405/yr
Houston Median $71,906/yr
Experienced (90th) $100,485/yr
vs. National Median +5.9%

Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics (Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands, TX Metro Area). Salary data provided by Houston Senior Living Guide.

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