Registered Nurse for Transplant and Cellular Therapy. Job in Pflugerville Gecko Jobs

Join a Team Committed to Exceptional Care!

At St. David's South Austin Medical Center, we prioritize strong staffing support, advanced technology, and comprehensive resources to help you deliver high-quality care with ease. As a Registered Nurse (RN) on our Transplant and Cellular Therapy (TCT) unit, you will play a vital role in treating adults facing blood cancers and hematologic disorders. We are proud to be the only FACT accredited facility in Austin, Texas, providing cutting-edge treatments like stem cell transplants and CAR T-cell therapies.
About the Role

In this role, you will provide care for patients undergoing blood and marrow transplants and those experiencing oncological emergencies. Our TCT unit comprises a supportive interdisciplinary team and focuses on delivering exceptional care. You will manage a maximum of four patients, ensuring each receives personalized and evidence-based treatment.
Program Highlights
• The only facility in Austin offering a Very Immunocompromised Program (VIP) for oncology patients.
• Close teamwork with our Outpatient Cancer Care Clinic.
• Specialized educator support for new hires with ongoing education opportunities.
• A comprehensive interdisciplinary team, including physicians, social workers, dieticians, and more.
• Annual involvement in The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society's Light the Night Fundraiser.

As a Registered Nurse in our TCT unit, your responsibilities will include:
• Chemotherapy and biotherapy administration and management.
• Transfusion of blood products.
• Providing evidence-based care for patients with central venous access devices.
• Administering autologous and allogeneic transplants at the bedside under physician supervision.
• Managing toxicities associated with oncological treatments.
• Participating in investigational protocol administration and monitoring.
• Telemetry monitoring and post-operative management.
• Active participation in our interdisciplinary team.
Qualifications

For this position, we are looking for candidates with:
• 1 year of acute nursing experience preferred.

Education:
• Graduate of an accredited nursing program, BSN preferred.

Licenses and Certifications:
• Current State of Texas Registered Nurse (RN) license or Compact Nursing License (must obtain Texas license within 90 days of hire).
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification within the first year.
• Chemotherapy Immunotherapy Certificate within the first 6 months.
• Oncology Certified Nurse (OCN) and/or Blood & Marrow Transplant Certified Nurse (BMTCN) certification preferred.
Benefits

We offer a robust total rewards package that includes:
• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and telemedicine services.
• Wellbeing support, including free counseling.
• Time away programs for paid time off and family leave.
• Retirement resources, including a 401(k) plan with matching contributions.
• Education support through tuition and loan assistance programs.
• Additional perks for family building, legal support, and consumer discounts.

Join our dynamic team at St. David's South Austin Medical Center, a 368-bed acute care hospital, and be a part of a leading healthcare institution that values nurses as the foundation of quality healthcare.

If you are passionate about growth and continual learning, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity! We look forward to reviewing your application.