Telehealth Nurse
The Telehealth Nurse provides medical advice and support to patients over the phone or via video conferencing. The Telehealth Nurse assesses patients, forms diagnoses, develops care plans, and provides direct patient care, including medication management. The Telehealth Nurse also provides patient education, referral services, and follow-up care. The Telehealth Nurse must be knowledgeable in the use of telemedicine technologies and understand the complexities of providing healthcare in remote settings. The Telehealth Nurse must have excellent communication and interpersonal skills, as well as strong critical thinking and problem-solving abilities. Telehealth Nurse Duties Provide telehealth nursing services to patients via phone, video, and other digital media Answer patient inquiries, provide health education and advice, and assess patient needs Refer patients to appropriate health professionals and follow up on health care services Develop and implement patient care plans Document patient care services in medical records and reports Stay up-to-date on changes in the health care industry and relevant regulations and protocols Telehealth Nurse Skills Ability to assess patient needs remotely Excellent communication, problem-solving and interpersonal skills Knowledge of medical terminology and approved protocols Proficient with electronic medical records and home monitoring systems Ability to provide patient and family education Telehealth Nurse Requirements Registered Nurse license Experience with telehealth systems Understanding of clinical protocols Ability to work with a diverse range of patients Strong communication and problem solving skills Must have an active Nursing Compact License or for specific states such as New York, Illinois, etc. Personal Traits Excellent communication skills Ability to think critically and problem-solve Team-player attitude A passion for helping others Knowledge of healthcare regulations Ability to manage time efficiently Part-Time (4 hours minimum per day) Pay Rate: $35.00 USD NOTE: This position is OPEN only for applicants within the United States. Originally posted on Himalayas