Hospice Nurse Preceptor

**Overview**
**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

**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 (Not Required)**

* Hospice nursing experience

**We Offer**
**Benefits For All Associates (Full-Time, Part-Time & Per Diem)**

* Competitive Pay
* 401(k) with Company Match
* Career Advancement Opportunities
* National & Local Recognition Programs
* Teammate Assistance Fund

**Additional Full-Time Benefits**

* Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
* Mileage Reimbursement or Fleet Vehicle Program
* Generous Paid Time Off + 7 Paid Holidays
* Wellness Programs (Telemedicine, Diabetes Management, Joint & Spine Concierge Care)
* Education Support & Tuition Assistance (ASN to BSN, BSN to MSN)
* Free Continuing Education Units (CEUs)
* Company-paid Life & Long-Term Disability Insurance
* Voluntary Benefits (Pet, Critical Illness, Accident, LTC)

**Apply Today**
Lead with Knowledge. Care with Compassion. Shape the Future of Hospice Nursing.


**Legalese**

* This is a safety-sensitive position
* Employee must meet minimum requirements to be eligible for benefits
* Where applicable, employee must meet state specific requirements
* We are proud to be an EEO employer
* We maintain a drug-free workplace

ReqID: 2026-143563


Category: Registered Nurses


Position Type: Full-Time


Company: Gentiva Hospice