Hospice Nurse Preceptor
Gentiva · Nashville, TN · Yesterday
HealthcareFull-time
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
About You
- 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 but not required) Hospice nursing experience