ANCC Approved - Telehealth Skills for Remote Patient Assessment and Support

What you'll learn

Course overview

This comprehensive course equips nurses with the critical competencies required for conducting high-quality remote patient assessments and providing virtual support. Participants will explore the foundations of telehealth nursing, including legal and ethical considerations, technological tools, and communication strategies to enhance virtual care. The course provides in-depth instruction on conducting virtual patient interviews, performing observational assessments, managing symptoms remotely, and supporting chronic disease management through telehealth platforms. Learners will also examine mental health screening practices, documentation standards, and common challenges in remote care environments. Emphasis is placed on patient engagement, clinical decision-making, and continuous improvement in telehealth delivery to ensure safe, effective, and patient-centered virtual nursing practice.