Becker's Healthcare February 16, 2023
In recent months, several health systems have rolled out virtual nurse initiatives or said they plan to do so as a way to recruit and retain nurses.
Healthcare leaders say virtual nursing programs come with numerous benefits, including reducing the workload of bedside nurses, and enabling those who may no longer be able to keep up with the demands of bedside nursing to remain in the workforce for longer by transitioning into a less physically intensive role.
Four systems embracing virtual nursing:
Editor’s note: This is not an exhaustive list.
Altamonte Springs, Fla.-based AdventHealth is piloting virtual nursing at five of its hospitals, in addition to the 37-bed emergency department at Fish Memorial hospital in Orange...