Clinical Nurse - Diagnostic Imaging

MD Anderson’s Diagnostic Imaging department is one of the most advanced imaging centers in the world dedicated solely to cancer care. DI provides:

•    Comprehensive imaging services including CT, MRI, PET/CT, Ultrasound, Mammography, Interventional Radiology, and Nuclear Medicine.
•    Specialized oncology-focused imaging utilizing state-of-the-art technology for detection, staging, treatment planning, and monitoring.
•    A collaborative, multidisciplinary model involving radiologists, nurses, technologists, and oncology teams.
•    High-volume, high-acuity patient care, offering nurses exposure to complex oncologic cases.
•    Strong emphasis on patient experience, ensuring comfort, communication, and high-quality care throughout the imaging process.
 

The Clinical Nurse plays a vital role in patient preparation, education, safety, procedural support, contrast management, reaction response, throughput coordination, and high-level patient interaction.

The Clinical Nurse coordinates and delivers patient-centered, evidence-based care across the continuum in Diagnostic Imaging. This role works as part of an inter-professional team, advocates for patients and families, and supports staff development to ensure optimal patient outcomes.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Transformational Leadership | New Knowledge, Innovation & Improvement
•    Deliver quality, cost-effective patient care using available resources responsibly.
•    Anticipate patient and family needs in collaboration with nursing leadership.
•    Participate in unit change initiatives and support positive team culture.
•    Apply new evidence and comply with regulatory standards.
•    Utilize imaging technology and contribute to process improvement.

Structural Empowerment
•    Provide input for performance evaluations of staff and promote accountability.
•    Demonstrate effective communication, collaboration, and conflict resolution.
•    Support a culture of innovation, professional growth, and strong patient outcomes.
•    Build collaborative relationships across the unit and department.

Exemplary Professional Practice & Empirical Outcomes
•    Deliver evidence-based care aligned with the Texas Nurse Practice Act and MD Anderson standards.
•    Provide systematic, outcome-driven care with measurable improvements.
•    Maintain ethical practice, compassion, and clinical competence.
•    Engage in lifelong learning and professional development.
•    Contribute to the assessment and analysis of clinical and quality metrics.

Other Duties
•    Perform additional responsibilities as assigned to support department and institutional goals.