'It truly has proven to be an additional layer of support to enhance patient care and outcomes,' nurse executive says.
Monday, February 13, 2023
 

"If you have a novice nurse on the floor, having an experienced nurse 'in the room' with them via video can be a huge comfort and ensure that all elements of care are provided appropriately." — Patricia Mook, MSN, RN, NEA-BC, CAHIMS, FAONL, vice president of nursing operations, professional development and practice, Atrium Health

What began as an innovative way to monitor and care for COVID-19 patients at the height of the pandemic is evolving into a growing virtual nursing program at North Carolina-based Atrium Health.

For this week's lead story, I spoke with Patricia Mook, Atrium's vice president of nursing operations, professional development and practice, about how their virtual nursing program benefits both nurses and patients and how a care model prompted by COVID has become a permanent part of the health system.
 

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Carol Davis
Nursing Editor