Clinical Documentation Specialist - Remote
About the job
- Must be a registered nurse with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing or Master of Science in Nursing.
- Must have at least five years of recent registered nurse bedside experience in an acute hospital setting.
- Must have critical care or intensive care unit nursing experience to be considered.
- Must have a Bachelor of Nursing degree.
- Must hold a current State of Texas nursing license or a temporary or compact license to practice professional nursing.
- Must have five years of inpatient acute-care bedside experience on a nursing unit.
- Must demonstrate observation, analytical thinking, problem-solving, verbal and written communication, organization, planning, computer usage, independent work, adaptability, flexibility, and self-motivation.
- Must possess working knowledge of adult medicine and be able to assess, evaluate, and teach.
- Must comply with HIPAA and Code of Conduct policies.
- Must meet mandatory or continuing education and skills-competency requirements.
- Review inpatient medical records concurrently to identify opportunities to improve physician documentation.
- Facilitate clinical-documentation modifications through concurrent interaction with physicians and healthcare team members.
- Communicate with physicians, case managers, coders, and other healthcare team members to facilitate comprehensive inpatient medical-record documentation.
- Use the hospital’s designated clinical documentation system to identify opportunities related to physician and hospital outcomes.
- Provide or coordinate education for internal customers on compliance, coding, and clinical-documentation issues.
- Act as a consultant to coders when additional information or documentation is needed to assign the correct diagnosis-related group.
- Evaluate medical-staff and healthcare-team documentation daily in accordance with the designated clinical documentation system.
- Gather and analyze information related to documentation findings and outcomes.
- Develop physician-education strategies to promote complete and accurate clinical documentation and correct negative trends.
- Identify patterns, trends, variances, and opportunities to improve documentation review and processes.
- Research literature and remain current on Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services rules and regulations, incorporating changes into daily practice.
- Assist with developing and reporting performance measures and prepare physician-specific data information.
- Confer with key physicians about outcome information and documentation clarity, completeness, and correct diagnosis-related-group designation.
- Coach physicians to improve documentation so it accurately reflects intensity of services and severity of illness.
- Attend hospital service-line meetings, review outcome information, and educate physicians on service-line-specific improvement opportunities.
- Document conferences and results.
- Assist with special projects and other assigned duties.
- Ensure safe care for patients, staff, and visitors and follow hospital policies, procedures, standards, budget, time-management, supply-management, productivity, and service-quality requirements.
- Serve as a preceptor, mentor, and resource to less experienced staff.
- Promote professional growth and development and support department-based goals.
- Clinical documentation experience is preferred for registered nurse candidates.
- Intensive care unit experience is preferred.
- Knowledge of federal, state, and private payer regulations is preferred.
About the company
Memorial Hermann Health System is a nonprofit, community-owned health system serving the Greater Houston area with more than 260 care delivery sites. It delivers safe, high-quality, patient-centered care through an integrated network that combines clinical expertise with advanced technology. The system differentiates itself through its community ownership, value-driven culture, and broad network of hospitals, clinics, and specialty services. Its goal is to improve regional health outcomes by providing comprehensive, accessible care and leveraging innovation to personalize treatment.
Company Size
10,001+
Company Stage
Grant
Total Funding
$5M
Headquarters
Houston, Texas
Founded
1907
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- Epic Art cut follow-up messages 32% and supported 55,000 patient replies.
- September 2026 behavioral health expanded to 17 clinics through evolvedMD.
- August 2026 PartsSource investment strengthens equipment uptime and clinical engineering productivity.
What critics are saying
- David Callender exits December 31, 2026; Alec King inherits execution risk immediately.
- The Woodlands camera lawsuits and guilty plea threaten trust, recruitment, and brand reputation.
- February 2026 voluntary buyouts signal margin pressure and deeper restructuring through 2028.
What makes Memorial Hermann unique
- Memorial Hermann runs 18 hospitals, 280 sites, and an award-winning Houston ACO.
- It completed a systemwide Epic EHR transition on October 5, 2026.
- Texas Medical Center anchors one of America’s busiest Level I trauma centers.
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↑ 14%Memorial Hermann In the Pink of Health holds 26th Annual Luncheon. Today Memorial Hermann In the Pink of Health held the 26th Annual Luncheon at The Woodlands Waterway Marriott Hotel & Convention Center. Memorial Hermann In the Pink of Health is a group of inspired women who change lives by raising funds to reduce the incidence of breast and ovarian cancer, and to assist survivors in their journeys. The funds raised today helps raise essential funds to support In the Pink of Health's mission, helping to promote early detection of breast and ovarian cancer, provide free mammograms to the underserved, invest in state-of-the-art technology, and provide services to those on their cancer journey through the Canopy Cancer Survivorship Center located on the campus of Memorial Hermann The Woodlands Medical Center. View moments from the luncheon on the Hello Woodlands Instagram page: The event kicked off with a Champagne Reception, Luxury Raffle, Glow Dine & Shine pull, Pink Boutique, and Education Exhibits. During the luncheon program, Dana Tyson was the emcee, Rev. Drew Essen led the invocation, and Senior Vice President of Memorial Hermann The Woodlands Medical Center and Northeast Hospital Justin Kendrick welcomed guests. The 2026 Committee Chairs were Jamie Bolt and Nicole Preston, and Executive Vice President and CEO of Memorial Hermann Foundation Anne E. Neeson shared about the 26 years of community impact. Stephanie Parke Mason, DDS, shared her heartfelt survivor story about battling ovarian cancer, and Shayla Rivera shared an inspiring keynote message with humor and encouragement, sharing that Hello Woodlands is a story and how its words are very powerful - they can build up, encourage, and motivate Hello Woodlands to continue forward through uncertain times.
Memorial Hermann CEO to retire at end of year. September 28, 2026 11:42 AM CDT Memorial Hermann Health System President and CEO Dr. David Callender will retire at the end of the year. Unlock full access today. Standard - Monthly $18 /month
Children's Memorial Hermann Hospital ranks No. 3 in Texas, among top Children's Hospitals in nation for 2026-2027 by U.S. News & World Report. World · SEP 15, 2026 PR Newswire HOUSTON, Sept. 15, 2026 /PRNewswire/ - Memorial Hermann Health System is proud to announce that Children's Memorial Hermann Hospital has once again been... HOUSTON, Sept. 15, 2026 /PRNewswire/ - Memorial Hermann Health System is proud to announce that Children's Memorial Hermann Hospital has once again been recognized as a Best Children's Hospital for 2026-2027 by U.S. News & World Report. The Best Children's Hospital rankings feature state and regional rankings, where Children's Memorial Hermann Hospital ranked as the No. 3 Best Children's Hospital in Texas, up from No. 5 last year, and No. 3 in the Southwest Region, up from No. 6 last year. In addition, the following pediatric subspecialties have ranked in the top 50 in the nation: * No. 12 in Cardiology and Heart Surgery * No. 26 in Neonatology * No. 28 in Gastroenterology and GI Surgery * No. 34 in Neurology and Neurosurgery * No. 40 in Orthopedics * No. 50 in Nephrology * Top 50 in Behavioral Health (no ordinal rankings) "To see Children's Memorial Hermann Hospital rise to No. 3 in both Texas and the Southwest Region, while expanding from five to seven nationally ranked specialties, is an incredible testament to our teams and the care they provide every day," said Guy Giesecke, CEO of Children's Memorial Hermann Hospital. "These rankings reflect the expertise, collaboration and commitment of our physicians, nurses and team members, as well as our strong partnership with McGovern Medical School at UTHealth Houston. Most importantly, they represent our shared commitment to giving children and families access to outstanding care when they need it most." The annual Best Children's Hospitals rankings and ratings are designed to assist patients, their families and their doctors in making informed decisions about where to receive care for challenging health conditions. The Best Children's Hospitals methodology factors objective measures such as patient outcomes, including mortality and infection rates, as well as available clinical resources and compliance with best practices. Other Memorial Hermann hospitals also ranked nationally in the Best Hospital rankings for 2026-2027, including: * TIRR Memorial Hermann ranked No. 1 in Texas and No. 4 among the country's top rehabilitation hospitals. * Memorial Hermann-Texas Medical Center (TMC) ranked as the No. 4 hospital in Houston and No. 6 in Texas. Obstetrics & Gynecology (OB/GYN) services entered the national top 50 rankings at No. 42. * Memorial Hermann Memorial City Medical Center ranked as the No. 9 hospital in Houston and No. 15 in Texas. * Memorial Hermann Sugar Land Hospital ranked No. 13 in Houston and No. 30 in Texas. The hospital was also the first-time recipient of the "Best Regional Hospital for Community Access." This ranking is related to the care of socioeconomically vulnerable populations. Key indicators include the treatment of Medicaid beneficiaries, racial and ethnic minority representation, and the proportion of care delivered to patients from socioeconomically deprived neighborhoods. * Memorial Hermann Rehabilitation Hospital-Katy is ranked No. 4 in Houston and No. 15 in Texas among rehabilitation hospitals. This location is a part of the Memorial Hermann Rehabilitation Network that also includes TIRR Memorial Hermann. Children's Memorial Hermann Hospital was founded in 1986 and offers care in more than 40 pediatric and women's related specialties including the latest advances in maternal-fetal medicine and neonatal critical care services, and renowned programs in fetal, pediatric trauma, neurosciences and cardiac care. SOURCE Memorial Hermann Health System Published by News Desk · WeeklyReviewer The WeeklyReviewer news desk monitors breaking developments around the clock - sourcing, verifying, and publishing real-time industry news across business, technology, politics, science, sports, and world affairs. Every story that comes through the Live Wire is reviewed for accuracy before publication, keeping our readers ahead of the curve without the noise.
Memorial Hermann Health System clinicians are using Epic's AI tool, Art, to help patients better understand their test results. The AI-powered assistant generates initial draft patient notes in clear, patient-friendly language as clinicians review lab and imaging results. Since implementation, patients have sent 32% fewer follow-up messages about test results when clinicians used Art's draft. The tool has helped Memorial Hermann's care teams write over 55,000 messages to patients, with clinicians saving an average of nine seconds per result comment. Memorial Hermann piloted the feature in December 2025 in their innovation clinic before expanding system-wide. Dr Ryan Walsh, chief medical information officer, emphasised that the technology is designed to support, not replace, clinician judgment and patient relationships.
Memorial Hermann Health System launches behavioral health services to patients at various clinics. September 03, 2026, 13:00 GMT This partnership marks a significant step forward in integrated health care, seamlessly blending behavioral health with primary care," - Misty Hauser, vice president of operations, Memorial Hermann SCOTTSDALE, AZ, UNITED STATES, September 3, 2026 / EINPresswire.com / - Memorial Hermann Heath System is launching onsite behavioral health services at 17 clinics that will provide access to mental health and other services for patients across the system. Through an innovative collaboration with Scottsdale-based evolvedMD, a nationally recognized company that integrates behavioral health into primary care, Memorial Hermann Medical Group will have evolvedMD behavioral health therapists inside existing primary care offices. The therapists will work alongside Memorial Hermann providers and care team members to deliver a comprehensive, connected approach to care - a model proven to deliver better overall health outcomes. "This partnership marks a significant step forward in integrated health care, seamlessly blending behavioral health with primary care," said Misty Hauser, vice president of operations, hospitalists, for Memorial Hermann. "This collaboration aims to enhance patient outcomes by allowing for comprehensive care to address both physical and mental health needs, fostering a holistic approach to wellness." According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, more than one in five U.S. adults live with a mental illness. "Expanding into and throughout Texas is an important milestone for evolvedMD," said Erik Osland, Co-CEO of evolvedMD. "Memorial Hermann shares our commitment to whole-person care, and this partnership brings behavioral health support to patients across clinics within their trusted primary care setting. We look forward to bringing the same measurable, meaningful impact we've delivered in other regions to patients in Texas." About evolvedMD: Launched in 2017, evolvedMD is leading the integration of behavioral health services in modern primary care. Uniquely upfront and ongoing, our distinctive model places behavioral health specialists onsite within a practice. evolvedMD offers an economically viable and better way to integrate behavioral health that ultimately drives improved patient outcomes. To learn more, visit www.evolvedmd.com. About Memorial Hermann Health System Charting a better future. A future that's built upon the HEALTH of our community. This is the driving force for Memorial Hermann, redefining health care for the individuals and many diverse populations we serve. Our 6,600 affiliated physicians and more than 35,000 employees practice the highest standards of safe, evidence-based, quality care to provide a personalized and outcome-oriented experience across our more than 280 care delivery sites. As one of the largest nonprofit health systems in Southeast Texas, Memorial Hermann has an award-winning and nationally acclaimed Accountable Care Organization, 18 hospitals and numerous specialty programs and services conveniently located throughout the Greater Houston area. Memorial Hermann-Texas Medical Center is one of the nation's busiest Level I trauma centers and serves as the primary teaching hospital for McGovern Medical School at UTHealth Houston. For 118 years, our focus has been the best interest of our community, contributing nearly $500 million annually through school-based health centers and other community benefit programs. Now and for generations to come, the health of our community will be at the center of what we do - charting a better future for all. Legal Disclaimer: EIN Presswire provides this news content "as is" without warranty of any kind. We do not accept any responsibility or liability for the accuracy, content, images, videos, licenses, completeness, legality, or reliability of the information contained in this article. If you have any complaints or copyright issues related to this article, kindly contact the author above. You just read: September 03, 2026, 13:00 GMT EIN Presswire's priority is author transparency. We do our best to weed out false and misleading content. The content above is the sole responsibility of the author who makes it available. If you have any complaints, kindly contact the author above. Courtney Nelson +1 480-620-3006