Remote nurse practitioner jobs Georgia

Requirements for Remote Nurse Practitioners in Georgia

Aspiring remote nurse practitioners in the state of Georgia must first become registered nurses, which means completing the steps outlined by the Georgia Board of Nursing. Once prospective remote nurse practitioners in Georgia meet the preliminary requirements, including RN licensures, you need to pursue the following:

• Education: Master’s degree or other graduate degree approved by the Georgia Board of Nursing.
• Experience: Employment verification documenting 500 hours of APRN practice within four years immediately preceding the date of application.
  • OR submit proof of graduation from an approved nursing education program within four years immediately preceding the application date.
• Certification: National certifications that reflect your chosen nursing specializations.
• Fee: Georgia’s APRN application requires a $75 fee.

Fieldwork, degrees, fees, and examinations may vary depending on the selected specialization, which include (but are not limited to) family nurse practitioner (FNP), psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner (PMHNP), and primary care nurse practitioner.

How to Become a Remote Nurse Practitioner in Georgia

Once you earn your nurse practitioner license, you can decide which type of full-time nurse practitioner work suits you best in Georgia, whether you live in Atlanta, Savannah, or any other part of the Peach State.

If you want to become a remote nurse practitioner (also referred to as a telemedicine nurse practitioner) or work-at-home nurse practitioner, there are plenty of full-time and part-time remote work opportunities available in Georgia.

Here’s what you should know before applying:

• Work-from-home nurse practitioner or remote nurse practitioner: These licensed nurse practitioners can live outside the area of the healthcare provider’s institution in which they work. There may be some on-site work at a medical center, but you will mostly telecommute.
• Additional training: The standard of patient care in telehealth is the same as in-person care, and there is no state-mandated training specific to virtual care. However, telemedicine companies often provide training to educate clinicians on how to use relevant technology and platforms, as well as best practices for good bedside manner.
• Necessary documentation: When applying for remote jobs, be sure to update your resume and provide appropriate documentation showing your education and credentials.

Telehealth companies often post open positions on job posting sites like Indeed, ZipRecruiter, Glassdoor, and LinkedIn, so this is a great place to start looking for virtual care opportunities. Wheel matches clinicians with virtual care opportunities and has a variety of positions available for NPs in Georgia.