Virtual Emergency Department Triage Nurse

VirtuAlly; South Carolina; On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A remote healthcare company is seeking a highly experienced Registered Nurse to serve as a Virtual Emergency Department Triage Nurse. The role involves conducting virtual triage assessments, supporting clinical decision-making, and reducing documentation burdens for bedside teams. Candidates should have an active South Carolina RN license, at least 5 years of RN experience, and strong clinical assessment skills. This position is remote, ideal for nurses passionate about improving patient outcomes through virtual care.

Qualifications

• Active, unrestricted South Carolina RN license or valid multistate compact RN license.
• Minimum of 5 years RN experience with 2 years in Emergency Department.
• Strong clinical assessment skills in high-acuity environments.

Responsibilities

• Conduct virtual triage assessments using acuity scales.
• Perform focused patient assessments to determine urgent care needs.
• Collaborate with bedside nurses and providers for patient prioritization.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Critical thinking

Technical proficiency with EMR

Multitasking

Education

Active RN license

Basic Life Support certification

Job description

Position Overview

We are seeking a highly experienced, detail-oriented, and tech-savvy Registered Nurse to serve as a Virtual Emergency Department Triage Nurse. In this remote role, you will support Emergency Department operations through two-way audio and video technology by conducting virtual triage assessments, supporting clinical decision-making, and reducing documentation burden for bedside teams. This position is ideal for emergency nurses who thrive in fast‑paced environments and are passionate about improving patient flow, safety, and outcomes through virtual care.

Primary Responsibilities (ED‑Focused)

• Conduct virtual triage assessments for Emergency Department patients using established acuity scales (e.g., ESI or facility‑specific protocols)
• Perform rapid, focused patient assessments to determine acuity level, clinical risk, and urgent care needs
• Support early identification of clinical deterioration, including sepsis, stroke, and other time‑sensitive conditions
• Collaborate in real time with bedside nurses, providers, and ED leadership to support safe patient prioritization and throughput
• Complete and/or support triage documentation, nursing assessments, and ED intake documentation within the EMR
• Review EMR data to ensure completeness, accuracy, and compliance with Emergency Department quality measures
• Assist with medication reconciliation, allergy verification, and initial safety screenings
• Provide patient and family education regarding ED processes, wait times, and next steps in care
• Support standardized workflows to reduce left‑without‑being‑seen (LWBS) events and improve patient experience
• Practice in alignment with VirtuAlly’s core values and evidence‑based emergency nursing standards

Qualifications

• Active, unrestricted South Carolina RN license OR a valid, active multistate compact RN license issued by South Carolina or North Carolina
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification (ACLS preferred, if applicable)
• Minimum of 5 years RN experience, with at least 2 years in Emergency Department or acute care settings
• Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking skills in high‑acuity environments
• Ability to multitask and make rapid, sound clinical decisions
• Technical proficiency with EMR systems and multiple software applications
• Ability to work independently from a designated, private home workspace