Council of Virtual Nursing

Virtual nurses use technology to deliver patient care and services remotely in various settings such as acute care, ED triage, home health/hospital-at-home, chronic care management, and much more. This transformative approach supplements the care provided to patients and helps alleviate the workload of bedside nurses. Members of the Council on Virtual Nursing are dedicated to advancing the nursing profession through innovative digital solutions and fostering a community of virtual nursing professionals.

Mission Statement

To enhance professional development, foster collaboration, and advocate for nurses and community.

Vision

To leverage technology to advance healthcare delivery.

Goals

Provide continuous learning opportunities, ensuring nurses stay updated with the latest advancements in virtual nursing care
Create opportunities for nurses to share knowledge, best practices, and innovative solutions for virtual nursing, promoting a collaborative and supportive professional community
Support initiatives and resources aimed at improving nurses' needs, ensuring the delivery of high-quality virtual nursing care and optimal community outcomes.

Council Leadership

Ava Bethea
Chair
ava.bethea@gmail.com

Shannon Sears
Chair-Elect

Vinisha Flavia Dsouza
Education, Member-at-Large
vdsouza@unc.edu

Charlotte Stephens
Practice, Member-at-Large

Krissy Rutkowski
Secretary

Interested in joining the Council of Virtual Nursing? We would love to have you! NCNA members can join any council by updating their profile. Click on the “Account” tab, then choose “Personal Info” on the left side of the page and scroll down to choose the councils you wish to join. Don’t forget to hit “Save” at the bottom! If you have any questions, feel free to email us at membership@ncnurses.org