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New grad advanced practice registered nurse aprn jobs welcome recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where clinical rotations, supervised practice hours, and internship work can carry more weight than a long resume. Most openings are on-site roles across Healthcare & Medical Services and Education, with employers like Kettering Health, Maui Medical, and MD Anderson Cancer Center hiring at this level now.
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The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center is dedicated to eliminating cancer through exceptional patient care, innovative research, prevention initiatives, and education. As a world-renowned academic medical center, it brings together multidisciplinary expertise to improve outcomes for patients with cancer and related conditions.
The Advanced Practice Provider (APRN or PA) will join the Interventional Radiology department within UT MD Anderson, supporting both inpatient and outpatient care at the Texas Medical Center. The Interventional Radiology Advanced Practice Provider delivers diagnostic and therapeutic patient care under physician supervision throughout the procedural continuum. The Neuro Interventional Radiology Advanced Practice Provider plays a critical role in patient assessment, procedure preparation, clinical management, education, follow-up care, and procedural support.
The ideal candidate will possess a strong clinical foundation in patient assessment, medical management, procedural care, and interdisciplinary collaboration. Experience supporting interventional radiology, procedural services, acute care, or specialty care environments is beneficial. Candidates should demonstrate sound clinical judgment, communication skills, professionalism, and the ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary healthcare team. Education, experience, and licensure requirements were not provided in the source material.
The typical work schedule is Monday - Friday / 8 hour shifts / 7am - 6pm, with Saturday rotation required.
Work Location: Texas Medical Center in the Interventional Radiology Department with coverage of inpatient and outpatient services.
Why Us?
UT MD Anderson offers the opportunity to contribute directly to a mission-driven organization focused on advancing cancer care, research, prevention, and education. This role provides meaningful patient interaction across the care continuum, exposure to advanced interventional radiology procedures, collaboration with expert multidisciplinary teams, and opportunities for continued professional development while supporting work-life balance through a structured schedule.
- Employer-paid medical coverage starting day one for employees working 30+ hours/week, plus optional group dental, vision, life, AD&D, and disability insurance.
- Accruals for PTO and Extended Illness Bank, plus paid holidays, wellness, childcare, and other leave options.
- Tuition Assistance Program after six months of service and access to extensive wellness, fitness, and employee resource groups.
- Defined-benefit pension through the Teachers Retirement System, voluntary retirement plans, and employer-paid life and reduced salary protection programs.
Responsibilities
Clinical Assessment, Documentation & Patient Management
- Complete histories and physicals and pre-procedure assessments specific to interventional radiology procedures
- Perform sedation assessments including ASA scoring, airway classification, ECOG scoring, medication management, and medical referrals in accordance with departmental and institutional policies
- Order and interpret appropriate laboratory tests, diagnostic studies, and imaging
- Prescribe medications and determine pre-, intra-, and post-procedure medical management within scope of practice
- Formulate and execute management plans for laboratory, transfusion, contrast, anticoagulation, antiplatelet, and post-procedure pain management issues
- Assess and manage peri-procedural hypertension, hypotension, fluid and electrolyte imbalances, and diabetes-related concerns
- Collaborate with physicians and primary teams on comprehensive peri-procedural management plans
- Triage cases appropriately and provide clear written and verbal communication
- Maintain compliance with evaluation and management billing regulations and documentation requirements
Patient Education, Follow-Up & Longitudinal Care
- Educate patients and families regarding procedures, risks, benefits, alternatives, expected outcomes, preparation, recovery, and follow-up care
- Participate in the informed consent process according to institutional policy
- Manage post-procedure care for inpatients and outpatients, assessing for complications and sedation-related events
- Evaluate outpatient discharge readiness and extended recovery patients as required
- Perform inpatient rounds including pre-procedure evaluations, catheter assessments, complication management, and patient education
- Coordinate subsequent procedures, repeat imaging, laboratory studies, and follow-up schedules
- Conduct video, telephone, and in-person evaluations to identify complications and document adverse events
- Support development of patient education materials
- Promote patient satisfaction through effective interpersonal and communication skills
Procedure Knowledge & Participation
- Demonstrate knowledge of interventional radiology workflow in inpatient and outpatient settings
- Understand procedure indications, procedural techniques, risks, required work-up, and follow-up expectations
- Participate in catheter suturing, dressing placement, chest tube removal, and catheter flushing and triage activities as appropriate
- Assist faculty during interventional radiology procedures as assigned
- Perform minor procedures under physician supervision when authorized
- Utilize catheters, guidewires, syringes, and needles to support biopsies, drainage procedures, angiograms, vascular interventions, and other appropriate procedures
- Apply sterile technique during patient preparation and procedural activities
- Wear radiology lead protection while working in procedure rooms
- Practice safely within established radiation exposure limits and regulatory requirements
Professional Practice & Institutional Expectations
- Deliver patient-centered, timely, efficient, and equitable care
- Counsel patients and families regarding disease, treatment, prevention, and health maintenance
- Participate in continuous learning, quality improvement, and evidence-based practice initiatives
- Build collaborative professional relationships with physicians and healthcare team members
- Demonstrate ethical practice, accountability, professionalism, and regulatory compliance
- Support safe, cost-effective, and high-quality patient care delivery
- Promote respectful communication, knowledge sharing, and team development
- Respond to service requests promptly and professionally
- Support a safe, courteous, accountable, efficient, and innovative care environment
OTHER REQUIREMENTS
- Required: Ability to provide diagnostic and therapeutic patient care under physician supervision, ability to perform patient assessment and care management, ability to educate patients and families, ability to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams, ability to maintain documentation and compliance standards, ability to support interventional radiology procedures, ability to apply sterile technique, ability to work in environments requiring use of radiology lead protection, ability to work within established radiation safety limits, participation in Saturday rotation schedules
- Preferred: Demonstrated knowledge of interventional radiology procedures, patient management across inpatient and outpatient settings, strong interpersonal communication skills, commitment to continuous learning and professional development, experience supporting procedural patient care across the care continuum
Education
- Required: Master's Degree Accredited Physician Assistant (PA) program by the Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the Physician Assistant (ARC-PA), except for Physician Assistants who graduated from a PA program prior to 2013.
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS
- Required: PAC - Physician Assistant Certification by the National Commission of Certification of Physician Assistants. Upon Hire
- Required: PA - Physician Assistant Licensed by the Texas State Board of Physician Assistant Examiners Upon Hire
- Required: BLS - Basic Life Support American Heart Association (AHA). Upon Hire
- Required: ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support American Heart Association (AHA). Upon Hire or
- Required: PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support American Heart Association (AHA). If working in one of following department: Pediatrics - Patient Care (113100). Upon Hire
- Required: MAY BE REQUIRED: Eligible to be granted limited prescriptive authority by the State of Texas. 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.
This position may be responsible for maintaining the security and integrity of critical infrastructure, as defined in Section 113.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code and therefore may require routine reviews and screening. The ability to satisfy and maintain all requirements necessary to ensure the continued security and integrity of such infrastructure is a condition of hire and continued employment.
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.
Additional Information
- Requisition ID: 183301
- Employment Status: Full-Time
- Employee Status: Regular
- Work Week: Days
- Minimum Salary: US Dollar (USD) 117,500
- Midpoint Salary: US Dollar (USD) 146,500
- Maximum Salary: US Dollar (USD) 176,500
- FLSA: exempt and not eligible for overtime pay
- Fund Type: Hard
- Work Location: Onsite
- Pivotal Position: Yes
- Referral Bonus Available?: No
- Relocation Assistance Available?: Yes
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The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center is dedicated to eliminating cancer through exceptional patient care, innovative research, prevention initiatives, and education. As a world-renowned academic medical center, it brings together multidisciplinary expertise to improve outcomes for patients with cancer and related conditions.
The Advanced Practice Provider (APRN or PA) will join the Interventional Radiology department within UT MD Anderson, supporting both inpatient and outpatient care at the Texas Medical Center. The Interventional Radiology Advanced Practice Provider delivers diagnostic and therapeutic patient care under physician supervision throughout the procedural continuum. The Neuro Interventional Radiology Advanced Practice Provider plays a critical role in patient assessment, procedure preparation, clinical management, education, follow-up care, and procedural support.
The ideal candidate will possess a strong clinical foundation in patient assessment, medical management, procedural care, and interdisciplinary collaboration. Experience supporting interventional radiology, procedural services, acute care, or specialty care environments is beneficial. Candidates should demonstrate sound clinical judgment, communication skills, professionalism, and the ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary healthcare team. Education, experience, and licensure requirements were not provided in the source material.
The typical work schedule is Monday - Friday / 8 hour shifts / 7am - 6pm, with Saturday rotation required.
Work Location: Texas Medical Center in the Interventional Radiology Department with coverage of inpatient and outpatient services.
Why Us?
UT MD Anderson offers the opportunity to contribute directly to a mission-driven organization focused on advancing cancer care, research, prevention, and education. This role provides meaningful patient interaction across the care continuum, exposure to advanced interventional radiology procedures, collaboration with expert multidisciplinary teams, and opportunities for continued professional development while supporting work-life balance through a structured schedule.
- Employer-paid medical coverage starting day one for employees working 30+ hours/week, plus optional group dental, vision, life, AD&D, and disability insurance.
- Accruals for PTO and Extended Illness Bank, plus paid holidays, wellness, childcare, and other leave options.
- Tuition Assistance Program after six months of service and access to extensive wellness, fitness, and employee resource groups.
- Defined-benefit pension through the Teachers Retirement System, voluntary retirement plans, and employer-paid life and reduced salary protection programs.
Responsibilities
Clinical Assessment, Documentation & Patient Management
- Complete histories and physicals and pre-procedure assessments specific to interventional radiology procedures
- Perform sedation assessments including ASA scoring, airway classification, ECOG scoring, medication management, and medical referrals in accordance with departmental and institutional policies
- Order and interpret appropriate laboratory tests, diagnostic studies, and imaging
- Prescribe medications and determine pre-, intra-, and post-procedure medical management within scope of practice
- Formulate and execute management plans for laboratory, transfusion, contrast, anticoagulation, antiplatelet, and post-procedure pain management issues
- Assess and manage peri-procedural hypertension, hypotension, fluid and electrolyte imbalances, and diabetes-related concerns
- Collaborate with physicians and primary teams on comprehensive peri-procedural management plans
- Triage cases appropriately and provide clear written and verbal communication
- Maintain compliance with evaluation and management billing regulations and documentation requirements
Patient Education, Follow-Up & Longitudinal Care
- Educate patients and families regarding procedures, risks, benefits, alternatives, expected outcomes, preparation, recovery, and follow-up care
- Participate in the informed consent process according to institutional policy
- Manage post-procedure care for inpatients and outpatients, assessing for complications and sedation-related events
- Evaluate outpatient discharge readiness and extended recovery patients as required
- Perform inpatient rounds including pre-procedure evaluations, catheter assessments, complication management, and patient education
- Coordinate subsequent procedures, repeat imaging, laboratory studies, and follow-up schedules
- Conduct video, telephone, and in-person evaluations to identify complications and document adverse events
- Support development of patient education materials
- Promote patient satisfaction through effective interpersonal and communication skills
Procedure Knowledge & Participation
- Demonstrate knowledge of interventional radiology workflow in inpatient and outpatient settings
- Understand procedure indications, procedural techniques, risks, required work-up, and follow-up expectations
- Participate in catheter suturing, dressing placement, chest tube removal, and catheter flushing and triage activities as appropriate
- Assist faculty during interventional radiology procedures as assigned
- Perform minor procedures under physician supervision when authorized
- Utilize catheters, guidewires, syringes, and needles to support biopsies, drainage procedures, angiograms, vascular interventions, and other appropriate procedures
- Apply sterile technique during patient preparation and procedural activities
- Wear radiology lead protection while working in procedure rooms
- Practice safely within established radiation exposure limits and regulatory requirements
Professional Practice & Institutional Expectations
- Deliver patient-centered, timely, efficient, and equitable care
- Counsel patients and families regarding disease, treatment, prevention, and health maintenance
- Participate in continuous learning, quality improvement, and evidence-based practice initiatives
- Build collaborative professional relationships with physicians and healthcare team members
- Demonstrate ethical practice, accountability, professionalism, and regulatory compliance
- Support safe, cost-effective, and high-quality patient care delivery
- Promote respectful communication, knowledge sharing, and team development
- Respond to service requests promptly and professionally
- Support a safe, courteous, accountable, efficient, and innovative care environment
OTHER REQUIREMENTS
- Required: Ability to provide diagnostic and therapeutic patient care under physician supervision, ability to perform patient assessment and care management, ability to educate patients and families, ability to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams, ability to maintain documentation and compliance standards, ability to support interventional radiology procedures, ability to apply sterile technique, ability to work in environments requiring use of radiology lead protection, ability to work within established radiation safety limits, participation in Saturday rotation schedules
- Preferred: Demonstrated knowledge of interventional radiology procedures, patient management across inpatient and outpatient settings, strong interpersonal communication skills, commitment to continuous learning and professional development, experience supporting procedural patient care across the care continuum
Education
- Required: Master's Degree Accredited Physician Assistant (PA) program by the Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the Physician Assistant (ARC-PA), except for Physician Assistants who graduated from a PA program prior to 2013.
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS
- Required: PAC - Physician Assistant Certification by the National Commission of Certification of Physician Assistants. Upon Hire
- Required: PA - Physician Assistant Licensed by the Texas State Board of Physician Assistant Examiners Upon Hire
- Required: BLS - Basic Life Support American Heart Association (AHA). Upon Hire
- Required: ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support American Heart Association (AHA). Upon Hire or
- Required: PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support American Heart Association (AHA). If working in one of following department: Pediatrics - Patient Care (113100). Upon Hire
- Required: MAY BE REQUIRED: Eligible to be granted limited prescriptive authority by the State of Texas. 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.
This position may be responsible for maintaining the security and integrity of critical infrastructure, as defined in Section 113.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code and therefore may require routine reviews and screening. The ability to satisfy and maintain all requirements necessary to ensure the continued security and integrity of such infrastructure is a condition of hire and continued employment.
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.
Additional Information
- Requisition ID: 183301
- Employment Status: Full-Time
- Employee Status: Regular
- Work Week: Days
- Minimum Salary: US Dollar (USD) 117,500
- Midpoint Salary: US Dollar (USD) 146,500
- Maximum Salary: US Dollar (USD) 176,500
- FLSA: exempt and not eligible for overtime pay
- Fund Type: Hard
- Work Location: Onsite
- Pivotal Position: Yes
- Referral Bonus Available?: No
- Relocation Assistance Available?: Yes
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Entry Level Advanced Practice Registered Nurse Aprn Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level advanced practice registered nurse aprn job?
Employers hiring entry level advanced practice registered nurse aprns look for candidates who have completed the required graduate-level education, hold or are actively pursuing national certification in their specialty, and have supervised clinical hours from their program. Highlighting preceptorship experiences, clinical rotations, and any specialty-specific coursework in your application materials gives you a clear edge over candidates who list credentials alone.
Which companies hire entry level advanced practice registered nurse aprns?
Companies hiring entry level advanced practice registered nurse aprns right now include Kettering Health, Maui Medical, and MD Anderson Cancer Center, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Health systems, outpatient clinics, federally qualified health centers, and specialty group practices tend to be the most active employers at this experience level.
Are there remote entry level advanced practice registered nurse aprn jobs?
Yes, though most advanced practice registered nurse aprn roles require in-person patient care. About 0% of entry level advanced practice registered nurse aprn openings are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, and these tend to be concentrated in telehealth, utilization review, and care management positions that do not require direct hands-on examination.
Are these new grad advanced practice registered nurse aprn jobs?
Yes, these listings include new grad, recent graduate, and junior advanced practice registered nurse aprn roles. A posting is new-grad friendly when it welcomes zero to two years of post-certification experience, counts clinical rotations or supervised practice hours toward the requirement, or explicitly states that new graduates are encouraged to apply. Internship or residency program experience also satisfies the threshold at many employers.
Which industries hire the most entry level advanced practice registered nurse aprns?
Entry Level advanced practice registered nurse aprn roles concentrate in Healthcare & Medical Services and Education, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. These sectors consistently open positions at the entry level because demand for advanced practice providers outpaces the supply of experienced candidates, creating genuine pathways for new graduates to step directly into clinical roles.