Home Health Registered Nurse - RN Preceptor
BAYADA Home Health Care is offering a unique opportunity for a Registered Nurse (RN) with a passion for clinical education. In this role, you will train, coach, and mentor newly hired RNs and LPNs while maintaining a caseload and patient care responsibilities. This position requires flexibility and the ability to travel throughout the greater Denver area to support onboarding activities.
About the Role
As a Full-Time Registered Nurse Preceptor, you will work one-on-one with nurses to ensure exceptional care delivery to adult and geriatric patients in their homes. This role is not a dedicated clinical educator position but includes mentorship and field-based support for new hires when onboarding needs arise. You will be part of a multi-disciplinary team providing skilled nursing and rehabilitative care.
Responsibilities
- Use strong head-to-toe assessment skills with the ability to identify subtle changes in patient condition
- Utilize experience with acute and post-acute care (e.g., CHF, COPD, wound care, IV therapy, post-surgical care)
- Triage and manage urgent clinical situations independently in the home setting
- Perform medication reconciliation, teaching, and safety monitoring
- Perform comprehensive wound assessment, care, and documentation
- Maintain a caseload and patient care responsibilities while providing training and mentorship to new clinical hires
Requirements
- Ability to work independently while knowing when to escalate concerns
- Comfortable making real-time clinical decisions without immediate on-site support
- Strong problem-solving skills in unpredictable home environments
- Ability to manage a dynamic visit schedule and prioritize urgent visits
- Efficient with point-of-care documentation and technology
- Strong attention to detail while maintaining productivity expectations
- Comfortable providing care in varied home environments
- Flexible and adaptable to changing patient needs and schedules
- Demonstrates cultural sensitivity and respect for patient autonomy
Qualifications
- A current nursing license in good standing in the state of Colorado
- Graduation from an accredited and approved nursing program, as indicated by school transcript or diploma
- At least one year of current or recent hands-on medical experience within the past two years with the adult/geriatric population in acute care, emergency department, home health, hospice, ICU, med surg, sub-acute care, or rehab units (medical or skilled nursing settings)
- Previous Medicare Certified Home Health and OASIS documentation experience is required
Benefits
- Health Insurance: Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, FSA, and HSA options
- Recognition & Rewards: Recognition and Nurse Hero programs; referral bonuses
- Paid Time Off: PTO (paid time off) and paid holidays
- Reimbursements: Mileage reimbursement or schedule-specific benefits
- Life Insurance: Employer-paid life insurance
Pay
Weekly Base Pay: $60-65 per point, depending on qualifications
Schedule
- Flexible scheduling
- Weekly pay schedule
Additional Information
BAYADA provides paid training from day one in the office, in the home, and online to ensure confidence. Clinical support is available around the clock. The company fosters an inclusive and collaborative environment and complies with all state and local mandates as an accredited home health care provider.