Many of us have met or likely know a nurse who has suffered extreme burnout, especially during and after the COVID-19 pandemic. To put this into perspective, 75% of nurses report feeling stressed and exhausted, and 52% consider leaving their positions. The fact that over half of these dedicated professionals are considering resignation is alarming and highlights a need to improve nurses’ overall satisfaction and workload. In recent years, health systems have been turning to virtual nursing and its modernized model of care to help alleviate these challenges.
Health system leaders are particularly interested in virtual nursing because it helps balance workloads and enhances patient satisfaction through more focused care. The additional benefits of virtual nursing, such as operational efficiency and maximized virtual patient observation, are also significant. Virtual nursing delivers an impressive annual ROI range of 3:1 to 5:1 across health systems of all sizes. However, the primary focus for Chief Nursing Officers is virtual nurses’ ability to combat labor shortages and burnout. Addressing these issues with virtual nursing can lead to shorter hospital stays, fewer hospital-acquired infections, and increased nurse and patient satisfaction, thereby reassuring the audience about the positive impact of virtual nursing on patient care.
Health systems are hearing and responding to their care teams’ concerns. Panda’s Digital Health Tipping Report indicates an increase in virtual nursing adoption from 13% in 2023 to a projected 31% in 2024. The goal is simple: leverage virtual nursing’s innovative care model to support bedside nurses in care delivery. As virtual nursing continues to integrate into modern care teams, nurses and patients will benefit from a high-quality care experience.
If you have the chance, take a moment to thank a nurse today. Their work ethic and dedication are both admirable and appreciated. It’s crucial that we continue to support and appreciate our nurses, especially in these challenging times. For more insights about virtual nursing and other digital health topics, follow us on LinkedIn and visit our website.
