The Clinical Decision "Observation" Unit (CDU) is a designated, 16-bed medical unit where adult patients in need of additional monitoring, diagnostic evaluation and/or treatment may be monitored while a clinical decision is being made whether to admit the patient for hospitalization or discharge the patient for further care.

　　The unit provides an alternative to discharge, or inpatient hospital admission for the patient who may benefit from an extended observation period; ideally less than twenty four hours. The unit was created to reduce hospitalization and health care cost for patients, provide a more comfortable area for medical care while the patient is in an observation setting and deliver outstanding patient care to better serve our patients.

　　This is a very fast-paced unit. Our employees must possess good time management skills, excellent communication skills, comfort with the electronic medical record systems, the ability to think critically, and a passion for a short-stay and fast-paced environment.

　　Accountable for the management and provision of patient care in assigned area. Assesses patient's needs for nursing care and multidisciplinary team. Collaborates with physicians, other services, patient and patient's family to plan care and evaluate outcomes. Improves practice by integrating results and theories of research studies. Participates in data collection for current studies. Demonstrates clinical competency and compassion in providing care, using technology, administering medications, performing procedures and managing emergencies. Documents care according to established standards. Accesses, inputs and retrieves information from computer systems. Assures continuity of care through appropriate discharge planning, patient education and coordination of services. Acts as a patient and family advocate in order to uphold patient rights. Trains, coaches and assists team members to ensure optimum patient care and efficient use of resources.

　　Other Required All clinical nurses with less than one year registered nurse (RN) work experience will be required to participate in the Clinical Nurse Residency Program.

　　Education Required: Graduation from an accredited school of professional nursing. No experience required.

　　Experience Required: All clinical nurses with less than one year registered nurse (RN) work experience will be required to participate in the Clinical Nurse Residency Program.

　　Licensure / Certification Required: Current State of Texas Professional Nursing license (RN). Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification if working in the following department: Nrsg Post Anesthesia Care Unit (600160).

　　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. http://www.mdanderson.org/about-us/legal-and-policy/legal-statements/eeo-affirmative-action.html

　　Additional Information

　　Requisition ID: 165123

　　Employment Status: Full-Time

　　Employee Status: Regular

　　Work Week: Day/Evening

　　Minimum Salary: US Dollar (USD) 68,000

　　Midpoint Salary: US Dollar (USD) 101,000

　　Maximum Salary : US Dollar (USD) 134,000

　　FLSA: exempt and eligible for overtime, paid at a time and a half rate

　　Fund Type: Hard

　　Work Location: Onsite

　　Pivotal Position: Yes

　　Referral Bonus Available?: Yes

　　Relocation Assistance Available?: Yes

　　Science Jobs: No

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