Hospice Nurse Preceptor
Gentiva
Hospice Nurse Preceptor
Gentiva
In-home hospice, palliative, and health services
Inspire Excellence. Mentor Clinicians. Transform Hospice Care.
We are seeking an experienced and compassionate Hospice RN Preceptor to join our team and play a critical role in guiding and mentoring newly hired hospice nurses.
This position combines hands-on patient care with dedicated clinical education, ensuring new team members are fully prepared to deliver exceptional end-of-life care. As a role model and trusted resource, you will inspire confidence, support skill development, and strengthen our mission to provide compassionate, high-quality hospice services.
Key Responsibilities
Assess the learning needs of new nurses and collaborate to create individualized orientation plans with clear goals and outcomes
Provide orientation covering hospice clinical policies, procedures, documentation, technology, compliance, and regulatory requirements
Mentor, coach, and role model best practices in patient care, professional conduct, and clinical documentation
Plan and facilitate targeted clinical learning experiences to promote knowledge, skills, and competency
Deliver timely, constructive feedback to support professional growth
Evaluate preceptee readiness for independent practice and make recommendations to leadership
Conduct patient home visits in accordance with physician orders, ensuring compassionate, skilled care
Maintain accurate, timely documentation as required by company policy and regulations
Advise patients on available services and refer to community resources when appropriate
Collaborate with leadership to support initiatives that enhance clinical quality and the patient experience
Qualifications – What You’ll Bring:
Diploma, Associate’s, or Bachelor’s degree in Nursing
Current, unencumbered RN license in assigned work state
Minimum of 2 years clinical nursing experience
Prior nursing experience as a preceptor, mentor, or educator
Current CPR certification
Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and liability insurance
Strong clinical knowledge and ability to teach and mentor effectively
Excellent communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills
Highly organized with strong time management abilities
Comfortable working independently while collaborating within a team environment
Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, EMR systems, and mobile technology
Preferred (Not Required):
Hospice nursing experience
Benefits for All Associates (Full-Time, Part-Time & Per Diem):
Additional Full-Time Benefits:
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Lead with Knowledge. Care with Compassion. Shape the Future of Hospice Nursing.
At Gentiva, it is our privilege to offer compassionate care in the comfort of wherever our patients call home. We are a national leader in hospice care, palliative care, home health care, and advanced illness management, with nearly 600 locations and thousands of dedicated clinicians across 38 states.
Our place is by the side of those who need us – from helping people recover from illness, injury, or surgery in the comfort of their homes to guiding patients and their families through the physical, emotional, and spiritual effects of a serious illness or terminal diagnosis.
Our nationwide reach is powered by a family of trusted brands that include:
With corporate headquarters in Atlanta, Georgia, and providers delivering care across the U.S., we are proud to offer rewarding careers in a collaborative environment where inspiring achievements are recognized – and kindness is celebrated.
Gentiva provides in-home hospice, palliative, and home health care through a nationwide network of locations. It delivers care by coordinating in-home visits from clinicians and therapists, including skilled nursing, therapy services, and pain and symptom management, with an Advanced Illness Management model for patients not yet eligible for hospice. Gentiva differentiates itself with an integrated in-home care platform and strategic growth through acquisitions, such as ProMedica’s home health, palliative, and hospice operations. Its goal is to help patients stay at home while receiving comprehensive care and to reduce avoidable hospitalizations for families and caregivers.
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