Washington D.C. Nurses: Your Guide to Remote & Government Telehealth Jobs

Calling D.C. Nurses: Remote Work Isn’t Just for Policy Wonks Anymore

If you’ve ever glanced at the Capitol dome between shift reports and wondered, “Could I use my skills in a remote job?”—the answer is a giant, caffeinated yes. D.C. isn’t just the nation’s healthcare headquarters, it’s a bustling hub for nurses ready for a change of pace (and pants). Let’s map out a smarter, snappier path to D.C. telehealth—and let’s make the feds work for you for once.

Federal Opportunities: Think Beyond the VA

Nurses in D.C. get exclusive access to federal telehealth (and hybrid) jobs you won’t find elsewhere. The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is the heavy-hitter—VA Telehealth Services is always adding care coordinators, triage RNs, and nurse case managers who serve veterans nationwide. But keep your radar tuned for:

• U.S. Public Health Service: Remote case management and public health advisor roles pop up regularly.
• Department of Health and Human Services (HHS): Policy-focused RN roles and telehealth pilots often recruit D.C.-based (or D.C.-licensed) nurses.

Feeling intimidated by federal applications? Our Resume Kit for Telehealth Nurses includes federal resume templates that’ll soothe even the pickiest HR systems.

Telehealth Jobs with a Local Flavor

Telehealth isn’t all call centers and clipboard clicks—D.C. is home to several mission-driven companies. Here’s a quick cheat sheet for your networking adventure:

• CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield: They often hire remote care coordinators or utilization review nurses serving D.C., Maryland, and Virginia.
• MedStar Health: Look for hybrid nurse advice lines, remote monitoring and, on occasion, virtual ICU support roles.
• DC Health Link: Telephonic health education and care navigation gigs pop up for local RNs.

And don’t forget about remote home health agencies—like VNA of Maryland—that hire D.C.-licensed nurses for telephonic patient care and care planning.

Policy & Advocacy: A Remote Niche Unique to D.C.

If you geek out over health policy or want to swap bedside for big-picture change, remote roles abound. Nonprofits, think tanks, and advocacy orgs (like Families USA or the American Nurses Association) often hire nurses for remote policy analysis, program development, and legislative outreach. Yes, you can work in sweatpants and still impact national health care.

Making Your D.C. License Work for You

Here’s a D.C.-nurse perk: Many cross-border jobs require a D.C. license plus neighboring state credentials, but lots of federal/teleroles only ask for your D.C. license. Before you apply, double-check your license status via D.C. Health’s license checker. And if you want neighboring opportunities, ask us inside the Telehealth Nurse Network Community—we have plenty of DMV nurses who’ve been through the hoops!

Tips to Actually Land These D.C. Remote Nursing Jobs

• Customize that resume: Especially for feds—use the word “telehealth” and mirror KSAs (Knowledge, Skills & Abilities) in the job listing.
• Network: Don’t underestimate the LinkedIn D.C. crowd. A five-minute DM can lead to an interview. PSA: Many local nurse leaders hang out in the Telehealth Nurse Network group.
• Targeted search: Use our Telehealth Jobs Board and select “D.C.” or “federal/remote” to filter for local roles.

The Take-Home: D.C. Nurses Have Remote Leverage

Whether you’re dreaming of a totally-remote gig or a hybrid spot that lets you dodge rush hour, D.C.-licensed nurses have unique inroads and support. Not sure where to start? Snag our Telehealth Nurse Mastery Suite for insider tips, or connect with peers who “get it” in the Telehealth Nurse Network Community. The future of nursing in D.C. is digital—let’s get you on the (remote) roster!