Objective:

To explore the impact of work environment on telenurses, particularly in the context of COVID-19, focusing on working conditions, remote work, job satisfaction, burnout, and well-being.

Key Findings:

• Telenursing has shown comparable patient satisfaction levels to traditional care, especially during the pandemic.
• Remote work can lead to increased job satisfaction and decreased emotional exhaustion but may also cause isolation, particularly in clinical settings.
• Telenurses experience cognitive fatigue but also have opportunities for expertise in nursing care, highlighting the dual nature of their work environment.

Interpretation:

The study highlights the complexity of telenursing work environments and their impact on job satisfaction and burnout, suggesting that established remote work benefits may not fully apply to clinical contexts, especially in light of the pandemic.

Limitations:

• The findings may not be generalizable beyond the nursing profession and specific contexts like the COVID-19 pandemic.
• Previous studies on remote work primarily focus on non-clinical sectors, which may limit the applicability of findings.

Conclusion:

The study emphasizes the need for further research on the unique challenges and benefits of remote work in telenursing, particularly in relation to patient care and nurse well-being.