Hospice Nurse Preceptor

Gentiva Hospice•Warner Robins, GA

11h

About The Position

Gentiva Hospice is seeking an experienced, compassionate Hospice RN Preceptor to guide and mentor newly hired hospice nurses. The position combines hands-on patient care with clinical education to prepare new team members to provide high-quality end-of-life care. The preceptor serves as a role model and resource, supporting confidence, skill development, and the delivery of compassionate hospice services. The role includes assessing learning needs and creating individualized orientation plans; teaching clinical policies, procedures, documentation, technology, compliance, and regulatory requirements; and facilitating learning experiences, coaching, and feedback. The preceptor also evaluates readiness for independent practice, conducts patient home visits in accordance with physician orders, maintains required documentation, advises patients about services and community resources, and collaborates with leadership on clinical quality and patient-experience initiatives.

Requirements

Diploma, associate’s degree, or bachelor’s degree in nursing.
Current, unencumbered RN license in the assigned work state.
At least 2 years of 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.
Strong organization and time-management abilities.
Ability to work independently and collaborate within a team.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, EMR systems, and mobile technology.

Nice To Haves

Hospice nursing experience.

Responsibilities

Assess new nurses’ learning needs and collaborate on individualized orientation plans with clear goals and outcomes.
Provide orientation on hospice clinical policies, procedures, documentation, technology, compliance, and regulatory requirements.
Mentor, coach, and model best practices in patient care, professional conduct, and clinical documentation.
Plan and facilitate targeted clinical learning experiences to develop knowledge, skills, and competency.
Give 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, providing compassionate, skilled care.
Maintain accurate, timely documentation in accordance with company policy and regulations.
Advise patients about available services and refer them to community resources when appropriate.
Collaborate with leadership on initiatives to enhance clinical quality and the patient experience.

Benefits

Competitive pay.
401(k) with company match.
Career advancement opportunities.
National and local recognition programs.
Teammate Assistance Fund.
For full-time associates: medical, dental, and vision insurance.
For full-time associates: mileage reimbursement or fleet vehicle program.
For full-time associates: generous paid time off and 7 paid holidays.
For full-time associates: wellness programs, including telemedicine, diabetes management, and joint and spine concierge care.
For full-time associates: education support and tuition assistance, including ASN-to-BSN and BSN-to-MSN support.
For full-time associates: free continuing education units (CEUs).
For full-time associates: company-paid life and long-term disability insurance.
For full-time associates: voluntary pet, critical illness, accident, and long-term care benefits.