American Telemedicine Association

#ATAEDGE 2024 Alert: As key legislative and regulatory deadlines approach on December 31, 2024, telehealth policy is on the brink of transformation. Join Kyle Zebley of the ATA for a deep dive into the current telehealth landscape, where he'll review policy milestones, analyze potential regulatory impacts, and explore strategic pathways for continued growth and innovation in virtual care. ?? https://lnkd.in/enDdBcVQ

?? Elevate Patient Care with Virtual Nursing ?? Explore the transformative power of virtual nursing in our upcoming webinar. We’ll dive into key benefits, including improvements in RN turnover and patient experience, all through the lens of a real-world case study. Join us: https://hubs.ly/Q02YlNjz0 Sponsored by hellocare.ai HealthTech #VirtualNurisng

?? Shape the future of healthcare at ATA Nexus 2025! Apply to the Telehealth Innovators Challenge and pitch your game-changing idea live. Two tracks, one incredible opportunity. Apply by Dec 6! ?? https://hubs.ly/Q02W824K0

Congratulations to the Winners of the ATA #VirtualNursing Insights Summit Case Study Awards! We’re thrilled to celebrate the innovators and trailblazers in virtual nursing who are driving transformation in healthcare. The?Case Studies?were highly interactive, boardroom-style sessions focused on end-user virtual nursing solutions. Attendees heard?firsthand from these innovators, provided feedback, and voted to determine the winners. ???Best Case Study Presentation Recognizing the best use case and partnership between a solution provider and a health system. Winner:?AvaSure ???Best Innovative Solution Honoring tools and technologies that enhance patient outcomes, streamline workflows, and elevate nursing quality. Winner:?hellocare.ai ???Insights Champion Award Celebrating impactful insights, fostering collaboration, and creating meaningful engagement. Winner:?Artisight Thank you to everyone who participated and contributed to the success of these sessions. Your dedication to advancing virtual nursing inspires us all! Paul Samargedlis Melissa Park DeAnna Grosbaum Nancy M. Green Elissa Baker

?? Don’t miss this exclusive session at EDGE 2024! Join American Medical Association President Bruce Scott, MD as he dives into the evolving landscape of telehealth, sharing insights on the future of healthcare delivery, the AMA's priorities, and the digital health challenges and opportunities ahead. ?? https://lnkd.in/enDdBcVQ

?? #VirtualNursing Summit: Afternoon Recap ?? What an incredible afternoon of learning and collaboration on the final day of the Virtual Nursing Summit! System Spotlight: UCHealth Exploring the transformative Virtual Admission Nurse (VARN) and Virtual Support Nursing (VSN) models, this session highlighted how UCHealth is driving innovative care delivery. Kyle Hammond Amy Hassell, MSN, BSN, RN ?? Training the Virtual Nurse: Education & Onboarding Best Practices Key takeaways included curriculum design, mentorship programs, and equipping virtual nurses with the tech and skills needed to thrive in their roles. Julie M. - AACN (American Association of Critical-Care Nurses) Mae Centeno - Texas Health Resources Shawna Gunn- CommonSpirit Health Melinda Stretzinger - Ochsner Health Julie Tuel, CommonSpirit Health ?? Securing Funding for Virtual Nursing Programs From grants to public-private partnerships, attendees gained actionable strategies to secure funding for advancing virtual nursing initiatives. Nicki Perisho - Northwest Regional Telehealth Resource Center Linda Goodwin - CommonSpirit Health Marcia Murphy - Beth Waters - U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs - TeleCritical Care System ?? Integrating Technology into Virtual Nursing This session showcased innovative tech solutions to enhance patient care, tackle data security, and leverage AI for future-ready virtual nursing programs. Elliott Wilson, MBA, PMP Dr. Tearsanee Carlisle Davis, DNP, APRN, FNP-BC, PMHNP, FAANP University of Mississippi Medical Center for Telehealth Adrian Jones, MedStar Health Jennifer Orbin, DNP, RN-BC, Guthrie Karie Ryan, DNP, MS, RN, CENP, Artisight Paul Samargedlis Melissa Park DeAnna Grosbaum Nancy M. Green

??? In case you missed it. Explore today’s healthcare challenges and how a digital-first approach can expand access, create capacity, and reduce provider burnout. Presented by Fabric https://hubs.ly/Q02YPcWb0

Highlights from the Morning Sessions at the ATA #VirtualNursing Insights Summit! Today’s discussions have been packed with insights from leading voices in virtual nursing. Here’s what we’ve covered so far: ? Virtual Nursing: Policy Shifts for Healthcare Revolution Linda Goodwin (CommonSpirit Health) led a dynamic panel with Murielle Beene, DNP MBA MPH MS PMP RN NI-BC FAMIA FAAN (Trinity Health), Patricia McGaffigan (IHI), and Cynthia Salisbury (Providence). They explored the critical policies shaping virtual nursing, from interstate licensure to privacy, reimbursement models, and ensuring quality care in virtual settings. ? System Spotlight: Ochsner Health Leaders from Ochsner, including Rachelle Longo, Melinda Stretzinger, and Fiona Winterbottom, shared how their Virtual Nursing Program is driving innovation. Their strategies in critical care telemedicine and staffing showcase the future of technology-enabled patient care. ? Future Outlooks on Virtual Nursing: Transforming Healthcare Through Technology Moderated by Carrie Culpepper (Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center - Managed Care), this panel featured insights from Murielle Beene, DNP MBA MPH MS PMP RN NI-BC FAMIA FAAN, Patricia McGaffigan, Cynthia Salisbury, and Beth Waters (U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs - VA TeleCritical Care). The discussion delved into the evolving role of virtual nursing and the opportunities for a truly transformative care model. Paul Samargedlis Melissa Park DeAnna Grosbaum Nancy M. Green

? #VirtualNursing Day #2 Afternoon Sessions Recap ? The afternoon sessions delivered powerful insights into the future of virtual nursing programs. ?? Identifying and Measuring Success: KPIs and ROI in Virtual Nursing Programs The panelists shared actionable strategies for defining KPIs, measuring outcomes, and understanding the ROI of virtual nursing initiatives. Moderator: Lisa-Mae Williams, PhD, RN - Intercept Telehealth Mae Centeno - Texas Health Resources Laura Gartner DNP, MS, RN, RN-BC, NEA-BC - Jefferson Health Amy Hassell, MSN, BSN, RN - UCHealth Virtual Health Center Emily Warr - Center of Telehealth, Medical University of South Carolina ?? Leadership and Governance: Defining the Reporting Structure for Virtual Nursing Programs This session tackled leadership frameworks and governance essentials for virtual care programs. Moderator: Lisa-Mae Williams, PhD, RN, CNO, Intercept Telehealth Rachelle Longo - Ochsner Health Paul Malito - UAB Medicine Denise Pimintel - CommonSpirit Health Telehealth Network Cynthia Salisbury, Providence A huge thank you to our expert moderators and panelists for sharing their knowledge! ?? Paul Samargedlis Melissa Park DeAnna Grosbaum Nancy M. Green

Happening Now at the ATA #VirtualNursing Insight Summit Building the Business Case: Proposals and Standards of Care for Virtual Nursing Programs This session is offering strategies to: ? Craft compelling business proposals supported by data analysis and informatics. ? Present effectively to the C-Suite, addressing objections and securing buy-in. ? Expand virtual platforms beyond nursing to meet broader organizational goals. ? Define key performance indicators and demonstrate ROI for leadership support. ?? Dr. Tearsanee Carlisle Davis, DNP, APRN, FNP-BC, PMHNP, FAANP – University of Mississippi Medical Center ?? Monique Lambert, PhD – Stanford Health Care ?? Paul Malito, MHA, BSN, RN – UAB Medicine ?? Patricia McGaffigan, MS, RN, CPPS – IHI ?? Jennifer Morelli, MPS RN – University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill Paul Samargedlis Melissa Park DeAnna Grosbaum Nancy M. Green