Registered Nurse (RN) - Diabetes Reversal

Salary: $69.6K - $75K Location Type: Remote Employment Type: FullTime

Position Overview

Virta is an online specialty medical clinic dedicated to reversing type 2 diabetes safely and sustainably. We achieve this without the risks, costs, or side effects associated with medications or surgery. Our innovative approach leverages nutritional biochemistry, data science, and digital tools, combined with clinical expertise, to shift the diabetes treatment paradigm from management to reversal. Virta utilizes a novel, team-based care model delivered exclusively through a telemedicine platform. Our clinical trial, with ten peer-reviewed publications, demonstrates significant reductions in hemoglobin A1c values, bringing patients below the diabetes threshold and enabling medication discontinuation. The American Diabetes Association endorses personalized carbohydrate restriction, a core component of Virta's treatment, as a first-line nutritional therapy for individuals with type 2 diabetes. We are seeking RNs to join our mission to reverse diabetes and obesity in 1 Billion people.

Responsibilities

• Conduct 20-minute clinical intake visits with prospective patients via video and/or phone.
  • Verify and document clinical history.
  • Verify medications.
  • Answer basic questions about Virta treatment.
  • Identify and flag concerning history or labs for provider review.
• Educate patients about Virta and its treatment, preparing them for their nutritional and behavioral journey and setting them up for clinical success.
• Provide clinical support for Virta's team of providers (MDs and NPs).
  • Panel management.
  • Triage patient calls.
  • Medication entry.
  • Diabetes education regarding medication administration, sliding scale insulin, carb counting, etc.
• Full-time RN work time will be split approximately 60/40 between telemedicine visits with patients (15-20 per day) and provider support activities. The exact FTE split may vary based on clinical needs and patient volume, as determined by nursing leadership.
• Commitment to providing the highest quality care and delivering an exceptional patient experience.

Requirements

• Associate or Bachelor of Nursing degree from an accredited school or university.
• Active RN license in a state participating in the Nursing Licensure Compact, with residency in such a state.
• Eligibility for nursing licensure in every U.S. state.
• Minimum of two years of experience working with diabetes patients in a clinical setting.
• Interest and knowledge in diabetes care, education, and prevention.
• Knowledge of low carbohydrate nutrition and meal planning.
• CDCES certification is preferred but not required.
• Interest and aptitude for working within a growth-stage, tech-enabled healthcare organization.
• Ability to travel occasionally (2-3 times per year) to team and company events.
• Outstanding Bedside Manner: Patients trust you and feel supported and empowered by your presence and communication via phone/video.
• Excellent communication, time management, and critical thinking skills are essential for this remote role.
• Team Player: You work well with others, prioritize your team's success, and contribute to the betterment of the Virta clinical team.

On Our Values-Driven Culture

You'll excel at Virta if you align with our values:

• People First: You prioritize taking care of yourself, your peers, and our patients equally.
• Initiative & Empowerment: You take initiative, complete tasks conscientiously, and empower others to do the same.
• Impact Over Busy Work: You value making a positive impact over engaging in busy work.
• Humility: You can check your ego and contribute collaboratively.