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Master the Remote Nursing Job Interview Process, Every Step of the Way
The easiest thing for most of us to talk about is ourselves. Paradoxically, most candidates report feeling nervous about job interviews- which require them to mainly only talk about their accomplishments. Although being nervous prior to a job interview is completely normal, there are many ways to ease the anxiety and present yourself as the
A Remote Nurse’s Guide to MCG and InterQual
Thinking about working in utilization management? Or have you already landed your dream remote nursing job in prior authorizations and aren’t sure what to expect? Whether you’re dipping your toes into the remote world for the first time, or you want to pivot your current remote career, we’ve got you covered. Let’s do a deep
Remote Nurse Workout
Remote nursing has many benefits, but it’s typically less physically demanding than traditional nursing roles. This doesn’t mean you can’t lead an active lifestyle from home, though! In this post, I’ll help you build a home workout routine and share tips and tricks so you can stay active working remotely. Build Your Own At-Home Workout
REMOTE NURSE ROLE JOB GUIDES
Nurse Health Coach
A nurse health coach works with patients to help them achieve their health goals. When working with clients, they might: In many ways, this job is similar to case management in that nurse health coaches work individually with people to ensure they have the tools, resources, and information to improve their health and wellness. However,
Legal Nurse Consultant
A legal nurse consultant (LNC) uses their nursing knowledge and clinical experience to provide expert insight into legal cases involving healthcare issues. An LNC might review medical records to determine whether the standard of care was met in a medical malpractice case or provide context around causation in a personal injury case. The LNC might
Remote Denials & Appeals Nurse
A remote clinical appeals nurse (also known as a denials and appeals nurse) helps patients get the care they need by serving as patient advocates when claims or services are denied by insurance. Nurses in this career review rejected medical claims. Then, they review the medical evidence to understand if the denial was appropriate. If
Prior Authorization Nurse
A prior authorization nurse reviews requests for medical treatments, services, or procedures to determine whether they qualify for insurance coverage. The job requires nurses to assess, evaluate, and provide recommendations to help ensure patients receive the services they need. Remote prior authorization nursing is a great option for nurses who want to work from home
Utilization review and management
The goal of utilization review (UR) or utilization management (UM) is to ensure patients receive quality care without unnecessary services or expenses. While UR and UM are similar, they focus on different points in the care journey. UR/UM nurses can help patients avoid unnecessary medical tests or procedures. They can also advocate for patients by
Nurse Data Abstractor
A clinical nurse abstractor reviews patient records for information and metrics that suggest trends, identify healthcare gaps, and pinpoint potential quality issues. The goal of data abstraction is to translate patient information into a format that helps healthcare professionals identify trends and make decisions. This is a tech-heavy role that requires attention to detail and
Telephonic Triage Nurse
Telephone triage nurses apply the nursing process to advise patients about their symptoms or other health questions over the phone or via video call. Other names for this role include advice nurse, telecare nurse, nurse counselor, and remote triage nurse. This article will explore what it takes to work in remote triage, including: What does
Clinical Documentation Integrity Specialist (CDIS)
A clinical documentation integrity (CDI) specialist uses their nursing skills to ensure that medical records provide an accurate and complete account of a patient’s health journey. While this position initially evolved to ensure that medical records included the correct diagnosis codes for reimbursement, it also plays an essential role in patient safety. As medical teams
Remote Case Manager
Remote case managers provide essential education and care coordination for patients with new or ongoing health needs. Case managers are also known as nurse navigators, care managers, or care coordinators. A remote case manager might work with patients after a workplace injury, multiple emergency room visits, or repeated hospital admissions. Others work with patients who
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The short answer is no. Work from home or remote positions are as demanding as in-person healthcare roles, only the location is different.
Many companies will require you have alternate childcare during working hours, whether in or outside of the home. The reason is simple, your employer doesn’t want to be competing for your attention during the workday.
I know this is all dependent upon the age of children, their independence level, and the type of remote position you hold. Some nurses find they are able to navigate children in the home but I wouldn’t count on this in the beginning.
Remote nursing roles are posted all over the internet which can make the search and application process confusing.
There is no standard way to post or describe a remote position. I suggest using these keywords to get started:
- Telecommute
- W@H
- WFH
- Work From Home
- Remote
- Telephonic
Sites to utilize
- LinkedIn Jobs
- FlexJobs
- Indeed
- Glassdoor
- Company career sites (if able, it’s best to apply directly through a company career site)
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No, you do not need a compact nursing license to find a remote role. Depending upon the requirements listed in a job post you may see a request for compact, single state, or multiple state licenses.
If you do live in a compact state it is wise to upgrade if you are eligible. Since you have the option, many companies will want you to take advantage.
You can find more information on whether your state is compact here.
Yes, there are remote roles available for LVNs and LPNs. You may see a position that is specifically looking for an LVN/LPN or the option of being an LVN/LPN/RN.
You can, but you may find it is very hard to find a position without clinical experience. There are definitely success stories out there and I understand not all nurses have a desire to work at the bedside after school.
This year I saw opportunities for new grads at both Anthem and Humana.
I’m often asked if there are remote roles available for nurses who work in (insert specialty here: OR, pediatrics, maternal health, behavioral health, oncology, etc…) and the answer is usually yes.
Some specialties lend themselves to particular remote roles.
- Oncology — data abstraction
- ER — telephone triage
- OR — prior auth/coding/clinical documentation improvement
- Maternal health — maternal health case management
- Behavioral health — behavioral health case management
- Critical care — clinical documentation improvement (often need to gain experience on-site at a facility prior to finding remote roles.) Critical care experience is highly prized for many remote positions.
Many companies hire remote nurses. There are probably nurses who work remotely for your own facility and you just didn’t know, because you never see them obviously.
Companies that hire remote nurses:
- Insurance companies
- Staffing agencies
- Hospitals
- Major corporations
- Triage contractors
- Researchers
- Public health departments
- Consulting firms
Your ability to travel while working completely depends upon your employer’s policies. For most, you’ll have to wait before jumping into RV travel life.
Many companies require that you have a separate and secure office with a locking door and your computer hardwired to the internet.
Other companies are okay with using wifi. It simply depends.
Hint — at the bottom of many job posts you may find the internet and home office requirements for the role.
This question can be hard to answer. My idea of paying well living on the West coast is likely different from what you consider paying well in the midwest.
My suggestion — decide how much you need and want to get paid (making multiple budget scenarios helps — I save almost $8,000 a year in car/commuting costs by being remote.)
Enter each job application knowing that some may offer more and some may offer less. You have my permission to “bless and release” the insulting offers while accepting and celebrating the good.
And remember, negotiation is a powerful tool!
Yes! The vast majority of remote roles are full time, but there are part-time and per diem options.
Jobs are rarely listed as per diem even though some function this way. Read the job posts. Many data abstraction roles, for example, will be listed as part-time but only require 10 hours a week and you make your own schedule.
No! Certifications are great if you have them, but you don’t need them to find a remote role.
Please do not take an internet certification course/class that is not recognized nationally or provides CEUs.
Common certifications that are awesome if you have them, but don’t panic if you don’t!
- CCM Certified Case Manager
- CCDS Certified Clinical Documentation Specialist
- CTR Certified Tumor Register
- CRN Clinical Research Nurse
- CPC Certified Professional Coder
- CCS Certified Coding Specialist
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