Episode #19. From Concept to Reality: Vanderbilt's Virtual Nursing Success Story, with Wendy Kiepek and Jennifer Glenn, Senior Associate of Nursing / IT Executive Director at Vanderbilt University Medical Center

Collaboration is critical to identifying and prioritizing problems and solutions in healthcare. In this episode, Wendy Kiepek and Jennifer Glenn share insights into the transformative success of Vanderbilt University Hospital's virtual nursing program. Wendy, a healthcare informatics professional, highlights the collaboration between nursing teams and information technology, emphasizing the importance of teamwork in problem-solving. Jennifer, a nurse leader, discusses the challenges faced by Vanderbilt, leading to innovative solutions like adjusting staffing matrices and implementing a virtual nursing initiative in July 2023. Wendy and Jennifer also emphasize the significance of feedback from frontline staff and the expansion of virtual nursing to various disciplines.  Learn how Vanderbilt's virtual nursing program revolutionizes healthcare by putting patients at the center, fostering teamwork, and leveraging technology for better outcomes!