Virtual Nurse-RN/ Virtual Nursing

Virtual Nurse-RN

The Virtual Clinical Nurse is a registered nurse (RN) who works remotely from a centralized location and partners with the bedside nurses and advocates for patients/families/significant others to provide physical, emotional, and spiritual support which impacts patient outcomes in a safe environment. The Virtual RN functions in a versatile role that demonstrates professionalism and promotes excellence and autonomy in the practice of Nursing. The Virtual RN utilizes the nursing process in conjunction with evidence-based principles to care for a diverse caseload of patients within the department scope of service. The Virtual RN collaborates with, and guides care delivered by the inter-professional team. The Virtual RN will perform tasks that may include admissions, discharges, patient education, rounding on patients, performance improvement, etc. The Virtual RN is accountable for compliance with the Ohio Nurse Practice Act, Nursing Code of Ethics, and applicable regulatory standards.

Education

Minimum Level of Education Required: Associate degree

Additional requirements:

• Type of degree: Graduation from an accredited school of nursing.
• Area of study or major: Nursing
• Preferred educational qualifications: BSN Preferred; BSN Completion or Professional Certification may be required.
• Position specific testing requirement: N/A

Licensure/Certification/Registration

• Valid Ohio RN license

Experience

Minimum Level of Experience Required: 3 - 5 years of job related experience

Knowledge/Skills

• Must be able to multitask with constant interruptions while maintaining a pleasant demeanor.
• Basic computer knowledge
• Strong organization skills
• Effective interpersonal and communication skills