Summary
This document is a guide that outlines the innovative solution of virtual nursing to address workforce challenges in healthcare settings. It discusses the growing significance of virtual nursing as a response to the nursing shortage and its potential to enhance satisfaction for both staff and patients. The guide details various use cases for virtual nursing, including pre/post procedural observation, patient rounding, and nurse mentoring, among others. It emphasizes the benefits of implementing virtual nursing, such as improved workflows, increased patient engagement, and reduced administrative burdens on bedside nurses. The document also presents statistics related to nurse turnover rates and the average time required for hospitals to hire experienced registered nurses. Furthermore, it highlights how Teladoc Health is assisting healthcare organizations in transitioning to this innovative model, ultimately aiming to improve operational efficiencies and patient outcomes.
