Virtual Nurse Hospital at Home

Capital Health is the region's leader in providing progressive, quality patient care with significant investments in our exceptional physicians, nurses and staff, as well as advanced technology. Capital Health is a five-time Magnet-Recognized health system for nursing excellence and is comprised of 2 hospitals. Capital Health Medical Group is made up of more than 250 physicians and other providers who offer primary and specialty care, as well as hospital-based services, to patients throughout the region.

Capital Health recognizes that attracting the best talent is key to our strategy and success as an organization. As a result, we aim for flexibility in structuring competitive compensation offers to ensure we can attract the best candidates.

Pay Rate:

Position Overview

SUMMARY (Basic Purpose of the Job)

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Education: Bachelor’s degree in Nursing (BSN) required.

Experience: Minimum of 3 years clinical RN experience. Preferably acute care, ED, or telehealth.

Other Credentials: AHA BLS - Healthcare Provider, Registered Nurse – NJ or Registered Nurse – NLC multi-state

Knowledge and Skills: Proficiency in telehealth platforms and electronic health records (e.g., Epic, Cerner).

This position is on-site at the Hopewell hospital in NJ; 5 days a week. Patients will be contacted virtually using high-speed technology remotely.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Conducts virtual nursing assessments via video conferencing technology for patients enrolled in the Hospital at Home program.
• Monitors patient status remotely using connected devices and electronic health record system (EHR) data.
• Provides patient and caregiver education on medications, treatments, and care plans.
• Collaborates with in-home RNs, providers, and care coordinators to ensure real-time updates and care adjustments.
• Documents all virtual interactions in the electronic medical record in accordance with NJ Board of Nursing and CMS standards.
• Supports hospital discharge coordination and virtual onboarding of new patients.
• Escalates clinical concerns to providers and initiate urgent interventions when necessary.
• Triages Patient care needs and escalate appropriately.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

Frequent physical demands include:

Occasional physical demands include:

Continuous physical demands include:

Lifting Floor to Waist 0 lbs. Lifting Waist Level and Above 0 lbs.

Sensory Requirements include:

Anticipated Occupational Exposure Risks Include the following: N/A
 

This position is eligible for the following benefits:

• Retirement Savings and Investment Plan

• Disability Benefits – Short Term Disability (STD)

• Sick Time Off

• Employee Assistance Program

The pay range listed is a good faith determination of potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job advertisement and may be modified in the future. When determining base salary and/or rate, several factors may be considered including, but not limited to location, years of relevant experience, education, credentials, negotiated contracts, budget, market data, and internal equity. Bonus and/or incentive eligibility are determined by role and level. 

The salary applies specifically to the position being advertised and does not include potential bonuses, incentive compensation, differential pay or other forms of compensation, compensation allowance, or benefits health or welfare. Actual total compensation may vary based on factors such as experience, skills, qualifications, and other relevant criteria.