Posted May 20, 2026
Virta is launching a service for a select group of patients to assist them with their weight loss goals leveraging Virta’s well established approach to obesity reversal as well as GLP-1 agonist medications. We are looking for a small number of RNs who live in a nursing compact state to help our physicians and nurse practitioners launch this service. The role requires experience with diabetes and obesity care and an innovator’s spirit, as this program is new, and we need problem solvers who are willing to help Virta build this program from the ground up. Some experience working in a non-traditional healthcare setting such as a health tech company or other innovative environment is essential to success in this role. ## Responsibilities
Manage the prescriptions of a panel of patients seeking to reverse their obesity in collaboration with the patient’s Virta medical provider. - Educate patients about Virta and Virta’s treatment and help them prepare for their nutritional and behavioral journey with Virta, setting them up for clinical success. - Use motivational interviewing techniques to help patients progress in their weight management journey. - Supporting patients on their obesity reversal journey, whether it involves nutritional change, medication or both, but with a firm understanding and commitment to Virta’s nutrition-first approach to weight loss. - Collaborate closely with our clinical and technology teams to help us build out this new service line. We are committed to providing our patients with an evidence-based, highly-effective clinical program. - Embrace a MVP (minimal viable product) approach to clinical program development. - As time allows, provide clinical support for our team of providers (MDs and NPs). Responsibilities include panel management, triage calls with patients, medication entry, and diabetes education regarding medication administration, sliding scale insulin, carb counting, etc. - Commitment to providing care of the highest quality that delivers an exceptional experience for the patient. - As time allows, conduct 20-minute clinical intake visits with prospective patients via video and/or phone. Intakes include verifying and documenting a clinical history, verifying medications, answering basic questions about Virta treatment, and identifying and flagging concerning history or labs for provider review. ## Requirements
Graduate of an accredited Practical/Vocational Nursing (LPN/LVN) program. - Required Licensure:
Active RN/LVN/LPN license with at least three years of clinical experience working with patients with type 2 diabetes. - Active multistate RN/LVN/LPN license in, and resident of, a Nursing Licensure Compact state. - Eligible for a LPN/ LVN licensure in every U.S. state. - Interest and knowledge of diabetes care, education and prevention. - Demonstrates a proactive use of AI tools to improve individual output and efficiency. - Must be proficient in computers and pass a technology assessment. - Knowledge of low carbohydrate nutrition and meal planning. - Interest and aptitude for working with a growth stage, tech-enabled healthcare organization. - Occasional (2-3x/yr) travel to team and company events. - An outstanding bedside manner: patients trust you and feel supported and empowered by your presence on the phone/video and your communication. - Excellent communication, time management, and critical thinking ability necessary in this remote role. - Team player: You work well with others, put your team first, and contribute toward the betterment of the Virta clinical team.
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