RN, Virtual Nurse

Saint Francis Hospital - New Haven, CT

Full-time - Mid Level

Onsite - New Haven, CT

5,001-10,000 employees

Hospitals

About the position

The Registered Nurse III (Virtual) position at Saint Francis Health System involves assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating nursing care in a virtual environment. The role is focused on monitoring patient functional status and ensuring positive patient care outcomes through evidence-based practices. This position requires working from an on-site office location and involves a commitment to patient care through virtual interactions.

Responsibilities

• Utilizes the nursing process to care for patients.
• Assesses, organizes, and completes patient care considering patient age, cultural, and psychosocial factors.
• Documents steps of the nursing process and utilizes proper medical terminology.
• Addresses problems and monitors progress toward goals.
• Facilitates patient discharge through timely referrals and patient education resources.
• Collaborates with other disciplines as appropriate.
• Supports unit/hospital goals through participation in educational activities and variance reports.
• Prevents patient problems through telemedicine technology and proactive surveillance of physiological trends.
• Virtually evaluates patients and educates them and their families on disease processes and procedures.
• Performs the roles of clinician, educator, consultant, and navigator during virtual appointments.
• Coaches and mentors floor nurses regarding patient care.
• Maintains knowledge of rapidly changing technology and equipment used in patient care.

Requirements

• Valid multi-state or State of Oklahoma Registered Nurse License.
• Minimum 5 years of registered nurse experience in an acute care setting.
• Demonstrated ability to use information technology for communication and decision-making.
• Working knowledge of general disease state management processes and clinical pathways.
• Exceptional interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills.
• Ability to organize and prioritize work effectively and efficiently.
• Detail-oriented in examining clinical and numerical data.
• Comfortable with tele/virtual monitoring equipment.
• High degree of professional competence and autonomy.