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Remote Genetics Nurse Jobs in Kansas (NOW HIRING)

Remote Genetics Nurse information

What is a remote genetics nurse?

A Remote Genetics Nurse is a registered nurse who specializes in genetics and provides care, education, and counseling to patients regarding genetic conditions, all through virtual or telehealth platforms. They assist with genetic risk assessments, explain genetic testing results, and support patients and families in understanding hereditary health risks. Remote Genetics Nurses often collaborate with genetic counselors and physicians, helping bridge the gap between complex genetic information and patient care, while working from a home or remote setting.

How does a remote genetics nurse collaborate with physicians and genetic counselors?

Remote Genetics Nurses play a crucial role in multidisciplinary care by regularly communicating with physicians and genetic counselors through secure telehealth platforms, emails, and virtual meetings. They often facilitate genetic testing, coordinate patient education, and relay important updates between the care team and patients. Effective collaboration relies on clear documentation and proactive outreach, ensuring seamless patient care despite the physical distance. This remote setup allows for flexible scheduling but requires strong organization and communication skills to keep all team members aligned.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a remote genetics nurse?

To thrive as a Remote Genetics Nurse, you need a solid background in nursing, genetics, and patient counseling, typically supported by an RN license and specialized genetics nursing certification. Familiarity with telehealth platforms, electronic health records (EHRs), and genetic testing databases is essential. Excellent communication, empathy, and the ability to educate and support patients remotely are standout soft skills in this role. These competencies ensure accurate genetic counseling, effective virtual patient care, and the ability to guide patients through complex health decisions remotely.

What is the difference between Remote Genetics Nurse vs Genetic Counselor?

AspectRemote Genetics NurseGenetic Counselor
Required CredentialsRN license, genetics trainingMaster's in Genetic Counseling, certification
Work EnvironmentRemote, healthcare settingsRemote or in clinics, hospitals
Industry UsageHealthcare providers, hospitalsGenetic testing companies, clinics

Remote Genetics Nurses provide patient education, support, and care coordination related to genetics, often with nursing credentials. Genetic Counselors focus on interpreting genetic tests, counseling patients, and risk assessment, requiring specialized master's degrees. While both roles work remotely and in healthcare, Genetic Counselors typically have more advanced training in genetics. Understanding these differences helps in choosing the right career path or job search focus.

What cities in Kansas are hiring for Remote Genetics Nurse jobs?

Cities in Kansas with the most Remote Genetics Nurse job openings:

Infographic showing various Remote Genetics Nurse job openings in Kansas as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 86% Full Time, 7% Part Time, and 7% Contract. Highlights an 100% Remote job distribution.

Ambulatory Registered Nurse (Remote) - 823 Primary Care - FT - Day

Topeka, KS • On-site, Remote


Stormont Vail Health
Health Care and Social Assistance • 5 - 10K employees

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Full-time

Posted 9 days ago


Job description

Position Status:
Full time
Shift:
First Shift (Days - Less than 12 hours per shift) (United States of America)
Hours per week:
40
Job Information
Exemption Status: Non-Exempt
A Brief Overview
Provides professional nursing care for clinic patients following established standard and practices. The delivery of professional nursing care at Stormont Vail Health is guided by Jean Watson's Theory of Human Caring and the theory of Shared governance, both of which are congruent with the mission, vision, and values of the organization.
Education Qualifications
  • Bachelor's Degree Bachelor's of Science in Nursing (BSN) Preferred

Experience Qualifications
  • 1 year Nursing experience. Preferred

Skills and Abilities
  • Skill in applying and modifying the principles, methods and techniques of professional nursing to provide on-going patient care. (Required proficiency)
  • Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with patients, medical staff and the public. (Required proficiency)
  • Ability to maintain quality control standards. (Required proficiency)
  • Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations. (Required proficiency)

Licenses and Certifications
  • Registered Nurse - KSBN Required

What you will do
  • Triage of all incoming phone calls by evaluating the physical and psychosocial health status of patients. Follows nursing protocols and guidelines for answering and directing calls.
  • Record and reports patient's condition and reaction to drugs and treatments to interdisciplinary team. Provide instruction to patients/family regarding treatment. Maintains and reviews patient records, charts, and other pertinent information.
  • Oversee appointment bookings and ensure preferences are given to patients in emergency situations. Arranges for patient testing and admissions.
  • Refill prescribed medications per standing orders. Clarify medication orders and refills to pharmacies as directed by providers. Perform medication prior authorizations as needed by providing needed clinical information to insurance.
  • Maintain timely flow of patient to include scheduling of follow up appointments if needed.
  • Working of in-basket medication refill requests for providers.
  • Provide education to patient and family on medications, treatments and procedures.
  • Record and report patient's condition and reaction to drugs and treatments to interdisciplinary team, reviewing patient records and other pertinent information.
  • Ensure patients receive appointments that align with triage disposition and that maintain timely flow of patients.
  • Coordinate patient testing, referrals, and admissions
  • Work collaboratively with on-site staff to provider coordinated patient care

Required for All Jobs
  • Complies with all policies, standards, mandatory training and requirements of Stormont Vail Health
  • Performs other duties as assigned

Patient Facing Options
  • Position is Not Patient Facing

Remote Work Guidelines
  • Workspace is a quiet and distraction-free allowing the ability to comply with all security and privacy standards.
  • Stable access to electricity and a minimum of 25mb upload and internet speed.
  • Dedicate full attention to the job duties and communication with others during working hours.
  • Adhere to break and attendance schedules agreed upon with supervisor.
  • Abide by Stormont Vail's Remote Worker Policy and will review and acknowledge the Remote Work Agreement annually.

Remote Work Capability
  • Full-Time

Scope
  • No Supervisory Responsibility
  • No Budget Responsibility

Physical Demands
  • Balancing: Rarely less than 1 hour
  • Carrying: Rarely less than 1 hour
  • Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination: Occasionally 1-3 Hours
  • Feeling: Rarely less than 1 hour
  • Grasping (Fine Motor): Occasionally 1-3 Hours
  • Grasping (Gross Hand): Rarely less than 1 hour
  • Handling: Rarely less than 1 hour
  • Hearing: Occasionally 1-3 Hours
  • Kneeling: Rarely less than 1 hour
  • Sitting: Frequently 3-5 Hours
  • Standing: Rarely less than 1 hour
  • Stooping: Rarely less than 1 hour
  • Talking: Frequently 3-5 Hours
  • Walking: Rarely less than 1 hour

Stormont Vail is an equal opportunity employer and adheres to the philosophy and practice of providing equal opportunities for all employees and prospective employees, without regard to the following classifications: race, color, ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, marital status, uniformed service, disability or genetic information. This applies to all aspects of employment practices including hiring, firing, pay, benefits, promotions, lateral movements, job training, and any other terms or conditions of employment.
Retaliation is prohibited against any person who files a claim of discrimination, participates in a discrimination investigation, or otherwise opposes an unlawful employment act based upon the above classifications.


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