Job Description
Overview:We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Virtual Nurse to join our dynamic healthcare team. Under the supervision of the Nursing Director of Medical/Surgical Services and Nurse Manager, the Virtual Nurse will provide hybrid support to the front-line nursing care team. This role blends bedside care with virtual assistance to enhance patient outcomes and improve overall care delivery.
The Virtual Nurse plays a vital role in facilitating key aspects of the patient admission, discharge, and education process, ensuring a smooth and safe transition of care throughout a hospital stay. While the following outlines primary responsibilities, additional duties may be assigned based on operational needs.
Primary Responsibilities:
Documentation Support: Assist with virtual documentation of admissions and discharges to enhance workflow efficiency.
Education and Training: Provide guidance and support to new and experienced nurses, fostering professional growth and development.
Patient Experience: Improve patient satisfaction through virtual leadership rounding, effective communication with patients and families, and quality-of-care initiatives.
Interdisciplinary Collaboration: Work closely with healthcare professionals across various disciplines to promote seamless patient care.
Patient Education: Deliver and document patient education, ensuring individuals understand their care plans and hospitalization journey.
Virtual Care Assistance: Offer virtual nursing expertise and support to front-line nurses in managing patient care effectively.
Compliance and Standards: Review clinical metrics and identify any incomplete documentation in the Electronic Medical Record (EMR) to uphold compliance with care standards.
Policy and Procedure Compliance: Assist nurses in adhering to established procedures and policies through secondary validation and education.
Customer Service: Enhance service efficiency by engaging virtually with patients and families, allowing bedside nurses to focus on direct patient care.
Flexible Scheduling: Adapt to both virtual and in-person bedside support as needed to meet the evolving demands of the healthcare setting.
This role requires adaptability, strong communication skills, and a proactive approach to patient care. By bridging the gap between bedside and virtual nursing support, the Virtual Nurse plays a key role in improving care quality and enhancing the patient experience.
Clinical Nurse II Responsibilities:
Demonstrates competency in caring for unit-specific patient populations and practices with confidence and strong clinical skills.
Serves as a resource for colleagues, providing guidance and mentorship as needed.
Integrates evidence-based practices into daily patient care.
Effectively functions in unit-specific roles, such as participating in emergency response teams or triaging in emergency settings.
Collaborates with the interdisciplinary team to plan and coordinate care, advocating for the needs of patients and families.
Upholds a patient-centered approach, ensuring care is safe, timely, effective, efficient, and equitable.
Qualifications:
Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of Maryland, or eligibility to practice under a Compact State agreement as outlined by the Maryland Board of Nursing.
Minimum of 12 months of nursing experience with demonstrated clinical competency.
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association (AHA).
Must meet all unit-specific certification requirements (e.g., PALS, ACLS, NRP, as applicable).
If you are passionate about combining technology with patient care and enjoy a role that offers both virtual and hands-on nursing responsibilities, we encourage you to apply!
Employment Type: Full-Time
Salary: $ 35.00 47.00 Per Hour
Job Tags
Hourly pay, Full time, Remote job, Flexible hours,