Registered Nurse II

Registered Nurse II

Division: Medicine

Work Arrangement: Onsite only

Location: Texas Medical Center, Houston, TX

Salary Range: $79,092 to $98,383

FLSA Status: Exempt

Work Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Summary

The Transition Medicine Clinic, an outpatient medical home dedicated to serving patients with intellectual and developmental disabilities, is seeking a Registered Nurse II to join its multidisciplinary care team. This position is responsible for providing professional nursing assessments and delivering care in accordance with the Texas Nurse Practice Act. The Registered Nurse II will collaborate with providers and other healthcare professionals to ensure the delivery of high-quality, patient-centered care. Primary responsibilities include performing clinical procedures, conducting telephone triage, obtaining prior authorizations, coordinating medical care, and supporting the overall care management needs of the clinic population.

Job Duties

• Clinical Nursing Care & Patient Assessment – 40%
• Provides professional nursing assessment of patients.
• Executes physician orders and administers medications and treatments.
• Assists with patient examinations, treatments, and clinical procedures.
• Provides telephone triage and ensures patients receive the appropriate level of care.
• Adheres to the scope of practice as defined by the Texas Nurse Practice Act.
• Performs responsibilities in a manner that promotes quality and safe patient care and a positive patient experience.
• Care Coordination & Patient Education – 25%
• Coordinates patient care and facilitates communication among providers and outside healthcare organizations.
• Schedules appointments, tests, procedures, and specialty consultations.
• Instructs patients regarding preparation for tests, procedures, and surgical interventions.
• Promotes patient independence through education, counseling, and reinforcement of treatment plans, medications, and self-care strategies.
• Respects and supports patient rights and promotes positive patient and family relationships.
• Documentation & Administrative Support – 15%
• Documents patient care activities in the electronic medical record.
• Completes and follows up on prior authorizations and other required clinical documentation.
• Prioritizes and organizes work assignments to ensure efficient and timely completion.
• Supports cost containment and operational efficiency initiatives.
• Team Collaboration & Clinical Oversight – 15%
• Collaborates with physicians, advanced practice providers, nurses, and other healthcare professionals regarding patient care and treatment plans.
• Maintains professional and cooperative working relationships through effective communication and teamwork.
• Monitors or supervises Licensed Vocational Nurses and unlicensed personnel, providing guidance and direction as appropriate.
• Participates in team-based problem solving and workflow improvement activities.
• Clinic Operations & Environment of Care – 5%
• Maintains a clean, safe, and organized clinical environment.
• Monitors, stocks, and orders clinical supplies as needed.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Associate's Degree or Bachelor's Degree in Nursing.
• Two years of relevant experience as a licensed Registered Nurse (RN).
• Current license as a Registered Nurse (RN) by the State of Texas Board of Nursing.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification from the American Heart Association.
• Work Authorization Requirement: This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of application and throughout the duration of employment.
• Baylor College of Medicine is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Equal Access Employer.