Desk Registered Nurse (OB) - 249642

Medix™; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 55,104 - 68,880; Part time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Houston is seeking a Desk Registered Nurse to enhance patient communication and care coordination in a fast-paced outpatient environment. The successful candidate will review daily schedules, triage patient calls, and document care in the EMR. An active RN license in Texas and a BSN are required, along with at least one year of nursing experience. This opportunity offers valuable experience with a growing medical group dedicated to patient care.

Qualifications

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of Texas.
• Minimum of 1 year of RN experience.

Responsibilities

• Review daily schedules and patient charts.
• Answer and triage patient phone calls and portal messages.
• Assess reported symptoms and determine next steps using established protocols.
• Document calls, messages, and care coordination in the EHR.
• Coordinate referrals, prior authorizations, and follow-up appointments.
• Provide patient education via phone or patient portal.

Skills

Proficiency with Epic EMR

Strong communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)

Job description

• Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
• Contract Length: Temporary (~12 weeks)
• Pay Rate: $40–$50/hour (DOE)
• Dress Code: Solid color scrubs (blue, black, or neutral tones)

Position Overview

We are seeking a highly organized and compassionate Desk Registered Nurse to support a leading physician group in Houston, working with their Adult Medicine and OB teams. This role centers on patient communication, care coordination, and phone triage in a fast-paced outpatient environment. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, patient-focused, and confident using the EMR system Epic.

This is an excellent opportunity to gain valuable outpatient healthcare experience while working with one of the fastest-growing medical groups in the Houston area.

Key Responsibilities

• Review daily schedules and patient charts
• Answer and triage patient phone calls and portal messages
• Assess reported symptoms and determine next steps using established protocols
• Communicate patient concerns to providers and relay care instructions
• Review lab and imaging results and flag abnormalities for provider review
• Document calls, messages, and care coordination in the EHR
• Coordinate referrals, prior authorizations, and follow-up appointments
• Provide patient education via phone or patient portal (medications, chronic conditions, preventive care, warning signs, etc.)
• Collaborate with providers and clinic staff to support efficient patient flow
• Complete administrative tasks related to patient care coordination
• Perform some in-clinic duties as needed

Required Qualifications

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of Texas
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
• Minimum of 1 year of RN experience
• Proficiency with Epic EMR
• Strong communication and organizational skills

Apply today to take the next step in your nursing career and gain experience at Houston’s fastest-growing medical groups!