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Telehealth Nurses provide patient care and health education remotely using video conferencing and digital health platforms. Demand surged post-pandemic and continues to grow as healthcare systems expand virtual care.
$66,030
Lower reported wage
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Not available in our data
$135,320
Upper reported wage
Annual U.S. salaries. Actual pay varies by location, employer, and experience. The lower and upper figures do not represent starting and senior salaries.

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BLS does not differentiate Telehealth Nurses. Same SOC as Registered Nurse: 29-1141.
Annual median review, October 27, 2026: The stored BLS occupation includes a broader population than this specialty, title, or credential. No separate annual median for this role has been verified in the reviewed source, so the broader occupation median is not presented as its own. Sources: https://www.bls.gov/oes/2025/may/oes_stru.htm . Existing employment and projection figures were not refreshed.
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Assess patients remotely, give education, document care, and escalate urgent concerns. [1]
Health systems, clinics, insurers, and remote-care programs. [1]
Schedules vary; triage services may include evenings, nights, or weekends. [1]
Judging symptoms without direct physical assessment requires careful questions and escalation. [1]
Experience can lead to care coordination, specialized triage, or team leadership. [1]
These are possible directions. Promotion timing and pay depend on the role and employer.