Regional Clinical Educator RN / Hospice

Transitions Hospice - Corporate•Peoria, IL

9d•$90,000 - $97,000•Hybrid

About The Position

At Transitions Hospice, we don't just manage care, we protect dignity, comfort, and the moments that matter most. We've reimagined hospice to be something different: compassionate, unhurried, and built around the whole person. That means investing in the clinical excellence of every team member. From day one onboarding to ongoing professional growth, so that exceptional care is never the exception. If you're an experienced hospice RN who is energized by teaching, mentoring, and raising the bar for clinical practice, this is your role.

Requirements

BSN preferred; RN licensure in primary state of assignment required, with ability to obtain licensure in additional states (compact licensure accepted where applicable)
C.H.P.N. (Certified Hospice and Palliative Nurse) certification preferred
5+ years of general nursing experience preferred; pain and symptom management experience a plus
Minimum 2 years of hospice experience required
Strong ability to teach, train, and mentor clinical staff across experience levels
Excellent observation, assessment, nursing judgment, and communication skills
Ability to work independently and collaboratively within an interdisciplinary setting
Valid driver's license with reliable transportation; ability to travel 75%+ of the time
Genuine passion for hospice care and a commitment to continuous clinical excellence

Nice To Haves

BSN preferred
C.H.P.N. (Certified Hospice and Palliative Nurse) certification preferred
5+ years of general nursing experience preferred; pain and symptom management experience a plus

Responsibilities

Supporting the onboarding and field training of new clinical team members across branch locations
Acting as a mentor who guides individual staff development from novice to expert
Teaching patients, families, and caregivers about disease processes, self-care techniques, medications, and diet as ordered
Developing teaching aids and educational materials that promote learning for both staff and patients/families
Evaluating the effectiveness of educational experiences to drive ongoing professional development and quality outcomes
Assessing educational needs and addressing clinical practice gaps in partnership with regional and local leadership
Aligning training initiatives with organizational goals, CMS regulations, Conditions of Participation, and hospice best practices
Serving as a visible clinical resource and role model across multiple agencies and states
Collaborating with interdisciplinary teams, Administrators, and Executive Directors to develop agency goals and objectives
Demonstrating creativity and critical thinking in the development of patient care plans
Supporting audit readiness, regulatory compliance, and quality outcomes across all branches
Functioning independently, organizing assignments for maximum productivity across a multistate territory
Providing field support during staffing needs as determined by the Chief Nursing Officer