Telehealth and Telenursing Are Live: APN Policy and Practice Implications

Abstract

Advanced practice nurses (APNs) are currently leaders in telenursing practice, and should be aware of important policy issues to further advance the use of telehealth by APNs. Key issues such as technology selection and implementation principles, interstate licensure, malpractice, and telehealth reimbursement are important to further advancing telenursing. In addition, evidence-based strategies for demonstrating caring using technology in patient interactions are key for advancing the use of telenursing in APN practice. Finally, APNs should be aware of how telenursing can impact the nursing shortage in the United States, providing access to care irrespective of geographic location of provider and patients.