University of Utah

Nurse IV, Virtual Nursing

University of Utah • $85K — $100K *
Hospitals & Medical Centers
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Current Registered Nurse license in Utah or ability to obtain within 90 days.
  • Experience in virtual nursing or telehealth preferred.
  • Strong communication skills for remote patient interaction.
  • Ability to utilize technology for patient assessments and care management.
  • Flexibility to adapt to various patient needs and clinical situations.

Responsibilities

  • Provide remote nursing services using telecommunication technology.
  • Assess patients and facilitate virtual examinations.
  • Complete necessary documentation for patient care.
  • Arrange follow-up care based on patient assessments.
  • Utilize peripheral devices to enhance patient monitoring and care.

Benefits

  • Opportunities for career advancement across multiple nursing levels.
  • Access to ongoing training and professional development.
  • Supportive work environment with clinical leadership guidance.
  • Flexible work arrangements in a virtual care setting.
Full Job Description
Job Family

Nursing: Nursing provides patient care, promotes health, prevents illness and supports positive patient care outcomes through comprehensive care and patient advocacy.

Responsibilities

This position is posted as a Virtual Care Registered Nurse and may be filled at multiple career levels, based on the candidate's qualifications, experience, and demonstrated skill set.

All qualified applicants will be considered for appropriate placement within the Virtual Care Registered Nurse practice setting. If selected to move forward in the hiring process, candidates will be assessed through interviews and other job related evaluations conducted by the hiring manager and clinical leadership.

The final position level and corresponding compensation will be determined at the time of offer, based on the candidate's assessed competencies, experience, and alignment with the requirements of each level within the practice setting. Different career levels within this practice setting may carry additional certification, education, and experience requirements, which must be met to qualify for placement at the corresponding level.

Virtual nurses provide and manage nursing services remotely using audio and visual telecommunications technology. They assess patients, facilitate remote exams, complete documentation, and arrange follow-up care. Additionally, they utilize sensor technology and peripheral devices such as blood pressure monitors, scales, glucose testing equipment, EKGs, and dermascopes to enhance patient care.

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Nurse Level 4 (N4) - Leader and Mentor

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Qualifications

Licenses Required
  • Current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of Utah, or obtain one within 90 days of hire under the interstate compact if switching residency to State of Utah. Must maintain current Interstate Compact (multi-state) license if residency is not being changed to Utah.

* Additional license requirements as determined by the hiring department.

Physical Requirements

Carrying, Climbing, Color Determination, Crawling, Far Vision, Lifting, Listening, Manual Dexterity, Near Vision, Pulling and/or Pushing, Reaching, Sitting, Speaking, Standing, Stooping and Crouching, Tasting or Smelling, Walking

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