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HL Shorts: How to Implement Virtual Nursing in the Emergency Department

Analysis  |  By G Hatfield  
   June 24, 2025

There are a few different use cases for virtual nursing in the emergency department, says this CNE.

On this episode of HL Shorts, we hear from Patty Donley, senior vice president and CNE at WellSpan Health, about how to implement virtual nursing in the emergency department. Tune in to hear her insights.

G Hatfield is the CNO editor for HealthLeaders.


KEY TAKEAWAYS

WellSpan Health is using virtual nursing in the ED to complete admission assessments with carts in private rooms.

The health system is also exploring how to leverage the technology for patients who are boarding or waiting in the ED.


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