The next challenge for virtual nursing will be growing to scale, says this virtual care leader.
Read about UnityPoint Health's virtual nursing program, hear how therapy dog research is furthering nurse wellbeing, see how CNOs can get involved in policy and advocacy, find out about Mount Sinai's virtual nursing program, and learn about SSM Health's new nursing program.
Monday, April 28, 2025
 

Health systems have made significant strides in virtual nursing over the past few years as technology opens the door to new possibilities.

Stephanie Johnson, executive director of virtual care for UnityPoint Health, recently gave HealthLeaders an update on the health system's virtual nursing progress over the past year.

Johnson is part of the HealthLeaders Virtual Nursing Mastermind program, which brings together several health systems to discuss the ins and outs of their virtual nursing programs and what their goals are now and for the future.

In this week’s lead story, let’s take a look at how UnityPoint Health's virtual nursing program has changed since 2024.

 

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