Summary

The Remote Care Nurse - I plays a critical role in delivering high-quality nursing care to patients through virtual platforms, ensuring accessibility and continuity of care regardless of geographic location. This position involves comprehensive patient assessment, care planning, and coordination with multidisciplinary teams to manage chronic conditions and acute health issues remotely. The nurse will utilize telehealth technologies to monitor patient progress, provide education, and support self-management strategies, thereby improving patient outcomes and satisfaction. By working remotely, the nurse contributes to reducing hospital readmissions and emergency visits through proactive intervention and timely communication. Ultimately, this role enhances healthcare delivery by combining clinical expertise with digital tools to meet the evolving needs of patients in a virtual care environment.

Job description

About the Role

The Remote Care Nurse - I plays a critical role in delivering high-quality nursing care to patients through virtual platforms, ensuring accessibility and continuity of care regardless of geographic location. This position involves comprehensive patient assessment, care planning, and coordination with multidisciplinary teams to manage chronic conditions and acute health issues remotely. The nurse will utilize telehealth technologies to monitor patient progress, provide education, and support self-management strategies, thereby improving patient outcomes and satisfaction. By working remotely, the nurse contributes to reducing hospital readmissions and emergency visits through proactive intervention and timely communication. Ultimately, this role enhances healthcare delivery by combining clinical expertise with digital tools to meet the evolving needs of patients in a virtual care environment.

Responsibilities

Conduct thorough patient assessments via telehealth platforms to evaluate health status and identify care needs.
Develop and implement individualized care plans in collaboration with patients and healthcare teams.
Monitor patient progress and response to treatment, adjusting care plans as necessary to optimize outcomes.
Provide patient education on disease management, medication adherence, and healthy lifestyle choices.
Document all patient interactions, assessments, and care plans accurately in electronic health records.
Coordinate with physicians, specialists, and other healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive care.
Respond promptly to patient inquiries and concerns, offering guidance and support remotely.
Utilize telehealth technology effectively to facilitate virtual visits and remote monitoring.

Requirements

Current and valid Licensed Practical Nurse license in the United States.
License in a compact state with preference of additional licenses in California and Illinois.
Minimum of one year of clinical nursing experience, preferably in outpatient, community health, or telehealth settings.
Basic proficiency with electronic health record (EHR) systems and telehealth technology.
Strong communication skills to effectively interact with patients and healthcare team members remotely.
Ability to work independently in a remote environment while managing time and priorities efficiently.

Company overview

Connect America is a leading provider of digital health solutions dedicated to empowering aging adults and vulnerable populations to live safely and independently at home. Founded in 2004 and headquartered in Bala Cynwyd, Pennsylvania, the company operates a comprehensive connective care platform that integrates AI-assisted remote patient monitoring (RPM) with personal emergency response services (PERS), medication management, analytics, and concierge services. Their innovative technology suite, branded as Connect America Home, provides secure, non-intrusive continuous monitoring with both emergency and non-emergency support. The company serves over 3,000 provider partners and health plans across North America, protecting more than 900,000 subscribers with systems that process over 850,000 emergency signals monthly. Connect America's solutions are designed to improve health outcomes, reduce unnecessary hospitalizations, lower care costs, and enable healthcare entities to monitor at-risk populations for more timely interventions and smart escalations of care. Their family of brands includes Lifeline, Medical Alert, and 100Plus, making them one of the most trusted names in senior care technology with a 50-year legacy in the industry.