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Director, Telemedicine

Sacramento, CA · On-site

$200K - $320K/yr

This role will oversee our eICU program, Centralized Telemetry Monitoring (CTM) and Virtual Patient ... The ideal RN candidate has critical care leadership experience in a hospital setting and leading ...

Director, Telemedicine

Sacramento, CA · On-site

$200K - $320K/yr

This role will oversee our eICU program, Centralized Telemetry Monitoring (CTM) and Virtual Patient ... The ideal RN candidate has critical care leadership experience in a hospital setting and leading ...

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How much do eicu rn jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 7, 2026, the average hourly pay for eicu rn in California is $48.58, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $32.72 and $58.14 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an eICU RN?

An eICU RN (Electronic Intensive Care Unit Registered Nurse) is a specialized nurse who provides remote critical care monitoring for ICU patients using telemedicine technology. They work from a centralized location, assisting bedside teams by analyzing patient data, identifying critical trends, and offering real-time support. eICU RNs collaborate with physicians and on-site nurses to improve patient outcomes and ensure timely interventions. This role requires strong critical care experience, proficiency in telehealth systems, and the ability to make quick clinical decisions.

What does an eICU RN do during a typical shift, and how does the role interact with bedside staff?

A typical shift for an EICU RN involves monitoring multiple critically ill patients remotely through advanced tele-ICU systems, assessing clinical data in real-time, and providing immediate consultative support to bedside nursing and physician teams. Responsibilities include interpreting vital signs, participating in virtual rounds, responding to alerts, and collaborating with on-site staff to develop and adjust patient care plans. EICU RNs play a pivotal role in early detection of patient deterioration and can help guide interventions before emergencies arise. Regular communication and teamwork with bedside clinicians, respiratory therapists, and other care team members are essential for ensuring continuity and quality of patient care. This role is well-suited for experienced critical care nurses who value technological innovation and interprofessional collaboration.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an eICU RN, and why are they important?

To thrive as an EICU RN (Electronic Intensive Care Unit Registered Nurse), you need advanced critical care nursing skills, expert patient assessment abilities, and a current RN license, often with CCRN certification. Familiarity with telehealth technologies, patient monitoring systems, and electronic health records (EHRs) is essential. Strong communication, problem-solving abilities, and the capacity to remain calm under pressure are crucial soft skills for this position. These competencies are vital because EICU RNs deliver remote critical care support, rapidly respond to emergencies, and coordinate efficiently with bedside teams to optimize patient outcomes.

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Infographic showing various Eicu Rn job openings in California as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 73% Full Time, and 27% Contract. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $101,053 per year, or $48.6 per hour.

Director, Telemedicine

Sutter Health

Sacramento, CA • On-site

$200K - $320K/yr

Full-time

Posted 14 days ago


Key responsibilities

  • Oversee the eICU program, Centralized Telemetry Monitoring (CTM), and Virtual Patient Safety Monitoring (VPSM) across the system.

  • Provide leadership, strategic planning, and operational direction for telemedicine programs.

  • Collaborate with affiliates to ensure operational effectiveness, financial accountability, and quality patient care.


Sutter Health rating

8.3

Company rating: 8.3 out of 10

Based on 330 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

39th of 898 rated healthcare providers


Job description

We are so glad you are interested in joining Sutter Health!
Organization:
SMCS-Valley Administration
Position Overview:
This role will oversee our eICU program, Centralized Telemetry Monitoring (CTM) and Virtual Patient Safety Monitoring (VPSM) across the system.
Provides leadership, strategic planning, administrative and operational direction and coordination. Works collaboratively with affiliates to ensure operational effectiveness, financial accountability, quality patient care and physician, patient satisfaction. Additionally, plays an integral role in long term business planning and development of new participating sites to include ongoing research and program evaluation.
Sutter Health, Northern California's largest health network with 29 acute care hospitals, more than 5,000 primary care physicians and specialists, home health, occupational health, psychiatric care and more provides comprehensive medical services in more than 100 Northern California communities. Our mission, vision and values lay the foundation for our day-to-day work in doctors' offices, home health and hospice programs, hospitals, laboratories, research facilities, administrative offices and medical education services. As a unified health care network, we partner to spread innovation, improve access to health care services and put our patients' needs first-all to achieve the highest levels of quality, access and affordability.
Job Description:
*** The ideal RN candidate has critical care leadership experience in a hospital setting and leading complex healthcare operations. ***
EDUCATION:
  • MSN: Master's in nursing

CERTIFICATION & LICENSURE:
  • RN-Registered Nurse of California

TYPICAL EXPERIENCE:
  • 12 years recent relevant experience

SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE:
  • The incumbent must be well versed in the administrative and clinical areas supervised.
  • Qualifications include proven successful experience with physician relations, marketing opportunities, supervision, personnel management, operating budget preparation, project planning and management within a complex environment.
  • Written and oral communications skills along with comprehensive knowledge and understanding of regulatory requirements including joint commission on accreditation of healthcare organizations (JCHO), department of health services (DHS), and title 22 specifications.
  • The incumbent must be well versed in hospital and medical staff organization and structure; must be fluent in medical terminology to include diagnostic and operative procedures.
  • Current knowledge of State, Federal and Professional industry standards pertaining to healthcare practice is desired.
  • Knowledge of adult education principals is required.
  • Conceptual, analytical, and problem-solving skills in a complex environment are required.
  • Tact, diplomacy, and ability to work with individuals in all levels of regional, hospital and medical staff organizations.
  • Ability to work with confidential information.
  • Presentation skills are necessary.
  • Leadership and team skills that enable working cooperatively with diverse groups of people in all facilities.
  • Must possess computer skills and knowledge required to support a nursing information system.

Job Shift:
Varied
Schedule:
Full Time
Days of the Week:
Variable
Weekend Requirements:
As Needed
Benefits:
Yes
Unions:
No
Position Status:
Exempt
Weekly Hours:
40
Employee Status:
Regular
Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans.
Pay Range is $200,096.00 to $320,153.60 / annual salary
The compensation range may vary based on the geographic location where the position is filled. Total compensation considers multiple factors, including, but not limited to a candidate's experience, education, skills, licensure, certifications, departmental equity, training, and organizational needs. Base pay is only one component of Sutter Health's comprehensive total rewards program. Eligible positions also include a comprehensive benefits package.

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