About Us:
As an innovative leader in the healthcare technology industry, Equum Medical is dedicated to transforming how patients access critical medical services.
Our cutting-edge telehealth solutions empower healthcare professionals to deliver exceptional care remotely, bridging gaps in accessibility and enhancing patient outcomes. By joining our dynamic team, you will have the unique opportunity to shape the future of acute care telehealth, significantly impacting countless individuals' lives while pushing the boundaries of what's possible in modern healthcare. We also promoted flexible scheduling to help maintain work life balance and long-term career sustainability. Together, let's lead the way in providing seamless, high-quality care to patients when they need it most.
Position Summary:
The Virtual Registered Nurse (VRN)plays a pivotal role as a collaborative care team leader, overseeing day-to-day operations and delivering virtual nursing care to a diverse adult population across various healthcare settings. They provide remote nursing services to patients in acute and sub-acute care, emergency departments, critical care environments, skilled nursing facilities, and even in the patients' homes.
Working in partnership with clinical teams at the originating sites, the VCN serves as an expert nurse on the patient care team. They actively deliver patient care, translate evidence-based practices, offer patient and family education, and provide supervision, coaching, and mentoring to fellow nurses. Additionally, the VCN coordinates care across disciplines, collaborating with the originating site and other remote clinical team members.
Key Responsibilities:
- Demonstrates acute and/or critical care level skills and knowledge
- Utilizes critical thinking skills to diagnose clinical problems and define appropriate interventions
- Exhibits effective English written and verbal communication skills
- Proficient in windows-based computer operations
- Working knowledge of computer documentation and navigation systems (Epic, Cerner, Meditech, etc.)
- Possesses special skills/equipment including EKG Certification and ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support)
- Holds a valid Basic Life Support (BLS) certification for healthcare providers
- Preferred additional certifications in the area of specialty
- Completes unit-specific orientation to ensure familiarity with the specific critical care unit
Requirements:
- 5+ years of current experience in acute or critical care
- Critical and acute cardiac care experience
- 1+ years of leadership experience
- Implement nursing process, including assessments, care planning, and coordination based on evidence-based protocols
- Prioritize patient advocacy, proactive monitoring, and safe, efficient, patient-centered care
- Delegate and supervise support staff to ensure high-quality patient care
Knowledge and Skills:
- Demonstrated proficiency in acute and/or critical care skills
- Strong understanding of telemetry monitoring, policies, and procedures
- Ability to think critically in diagnosing clinical problems and defining interventions
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English
- Proficiency in computer documentation and navigation
Education:
- Valid RN licensure
- Associate or bachelor’s degree in nursing from an acceptable and recognized institution
- Bachelor’s degree preferred
In addition to a base salary, this position is eligible for 401k, continuing education, and benefits (subject to eligibility requirements). Total compensation is based on several factors, including type of position, location, education level, work experience, and certifications. This information is applicable for all full-time positions.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, PRN
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Continuing education credits
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Medical Specialty:
- Critical & Intensive Care
- Emergency Medicine
- Home Health
- Hospice & Palliative Medicine
- Medical-Surgical
- Telemetry
- Wound Care
Experience:
License/Certification:
- ACLS Certification (Required)
- BLS Certification (Preferred)
- Compact State RN Nurse License (RN License is required) (Required)
Shift availability:
- Night Shift (Preferred)
- Day Shift (Preferred)
Ability to Commute if needed.
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