Registered Nurse Virtual Critical Care

Advocate Health•Mint Hill, NC

1d•$38 - $57•Remote

About The Position

The Registered Nurse provides virtual critical care nursing services, using the nursing process to assess, plan, diagnose, implement, and evaluate care while engaging patients and families throughout the care continuum. The nurse monitors patient conditions, adjusts care plans, coordinates resources, and collaborates with the care team to influence outcomes. The role promotes a culture of safety, evaluates patient, team, and unit outcomes, and may administer medications, treatments, and therapies in accordance with clinical protocols. The nurse supports professional governance and quality initiatives, communicates effectively with colleagues, delegates appropriately, maintains accurate and timely electronic health record documentation, and pursues professional development and required certifications. The position follows the ANA Code of Ethics and provides age-appropriate care. The role is 90% remote and scheduled for 7 p.m.–7 a.m., with occasional weekends and holidays. The nurse may be required to float to other units, departments, care areas, or facilities within the designated service area.

Requirements

Graduate of a Board of Nursing-approved nursing education program.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
Active registered nurse (RN) multistate compact and/or single-state license with privileges to practice in the state(s) where nursing services are provided.
For virtual nursing services, hold a license or privilege to practice in the state(s) where the client(s) are located and comply with applicable state laws, regulations, and standards of practice.
Typically, at least 1 year of clinical nursing experience.
Strong clinical judgment and critical-thinking skills.
Time-management, prioritization, and problem-solving skills.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
Proficiency operating computer functions and digital platforms, including email and electronic records.
Ability to sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, reach above the shoulders, and twist frequently throughout the workday.
Ability to lift and support 35 pounds when handling patients, medical equipment, and supplies.
Ability to push or pull with 30 pounds of force and perform a sliding transfer of 150 pounds with a second person present.
Functional speech, vision, hearing, and touch, with fine-hand manipulation skills for IV insertion and other procedures or functions.
Ability to maneuver foot pedals on carts or machines.
Ability to perform physical safety interventions, including patient restraint and verbal de-escalation, if needed.
Ability to wear protective clothing and equipment as necessary when exposed to chemical or hazardous waste, blood and body fluids, or communicable disease.
Physical Abilities Testing may be required.
Additional education, training, certifications, or experience may be required based on specialty.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing (BSN).

Responsibilities

Participate in unit councils, professional governance, and quality initiatives to improve care processes and apply evidence-based practices.
Use the nursing process to assess, plan, diagnose, implement, and evaluate nursing care, engaging patients and families throughout the care continuum.
Monitor patient conditions, adjust care plans, mobilize resources, and collaborate with the care team to influence care outcomes.
Uphold and promote a culture of safety.
Evaluate patient, team, and unit outcomes continuously and take action as needed.
Administer medications, treatments, and therapies safely and according to clinical protocols and procedures when required.
Communicate effectively, provide feedback, resolve conflicts, foster team collaboration, and delegate appropriately.
Pursue professional development, complete required education, and maintain certifications.
Adhere to the ANA Code of Ethics, practice ethical decision-making, respect interdisciplinary roles, and contribute to integrated, unbiased patient care.
Delegate appropriately to Registered Nurses, Licensed Practical Nurses, and unlicensed assistive personnel.
Maintain accurate and timely EHR documentation.
Float to other units, departments, care areas, or facilities within the designated service area when required to meet patient care needs.
Provide care appropriate to patients' ages and developmental needs, consistent with departmental policies and procedures.
Respond quickly to changes in patient or unit conditions.