Hospice Clinical RN Educator

Trinity Health Mid-Atlantic; United States; On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental and Vision coverage

Professional development opportunities

Paid time off

Job summary

Mt. Carmel Hospice in Columbus, OH is seeking an experienced Hospice Educator (RN) to lead clinical education, orientation, and competency development for our hospice team.

The role focuses on onboarding, education program design, and ongoing training to ensure regulatory compliance and clinical excellence. The educator will mentor staff, collaborate with leadership, and support quality improvement initiatives while traveling across the service area as needed.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Nursing Education Program.
• Current RN licensure in the State of Ohio.
• Strong knowledge of hospice regulations, compliance, and clinical practice standards.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications to create educational materials and curricula.
• Excellent written, verbal, presentation, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to travel throughout the service area as needed.
• Commitment to Mt. Carmel’s mission, values, Code of Ethics, and Compliance Program.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement individualized orientation plans for new clinicians.
• Collaborate with managers and stakeholders to facilitate onboarding.
• Provide oversight of field orientation and monitor competency goals.
• Review clinical documentation and provide coaching and feedback.
• Design, implement, and evaluate educational programs for staff.
• Facilitate monthly and ongoing education sessions.
• Support documentation improvement and survey readiness.

Skills

Communication skills

MS Office proficiency

Travel readiness

Technology literacy (LMS/HCHB)

Education

RN licensure in Ohio

Graduate of an accredited Nursing Education Program

BSN preferred

Tools

Homecare Homebase (HCHB)

Learning Management System (LMS)

Microsoft Office

Job description

Employment Type: Full time Shift: Description: Hospice Educator (RN) Mt. Carmel Hospice Columbus, OH Inspire Excellence.

Develop Clinicians. Impact Patient Care. Mt. Carmel Hospice is seeking an experienced and passionate Hospice Educator (RN) to lead clinical education, orientation, competency development, and ongoing professional training for our hospice team. This role is critical in ensuring clinical excellence, regulatory compliance, and the successful integration and development of new and existing colleagues. The Hospice Educator serves as an educational leader, mentor, and clinical resource while partnering with leaders to support onboarding, competency validation, technology adoption, and continuous quality improvement initiatives.

What You’ll Do

Orientation & Onboarding

• Develop and implement individualized orientation plans for new clinicians.
• Collaborate with managers, preceptors, schedulers, IT teams, and new hires to facilitate successful onboarding.
• Provide oversight of field orientation and evaluate progress toward competency goals.
• Review clinical documentation and provide coaching and real-time feedback.
• Develop action plans and re-education strategies when learning gaps are identified.
• Serve as a mentor and coach to support clinician success and engagement.

Clinical Education & Competency Development

• Assess educational needs and design effective learning programs for hospice staff.
• Coordinate ongoing education and competency validation activities.
• Collaborate with leadership and quality teams to identify learning opportunities and performance improvement initiatives.
• Support survey readiness and compliance with federal, state, local, and accreditation requirements.
• Maintain education records and documentation.
• Design, implement, and evaluate educational programs for professional and non-professional staff.
• Facilitate monthly and ongoing education sessions.
• Utilize adult learning principles and a variety of teaching methodologies.

Informatics & Clinical Documentation Support

• Serve as an education and informatics resource for clinicians.
• Support staff proficiency with technology platforms, including: Homecare Homebase (HCHB) Learning Management Systems (LMS) Microsoft Office applications Agency technology tools.
• Provide coaching and education regarding hospice documentation and regulatory standards.
• Partner with leadership to address documentation improvement opportunities.

Student & Clinical Affiliation Coordination

• Serve as the primary liaison with schools, colleges, and universities.
• Coordinate student placements and clinical learning experiences.
• Support faculty, student, and resident onboarding.
• Ensure compliance with all affiliation requirements and confidentiality standards.
• Assist in developing policies and procedures related to student clinical experiences.

Program Development & Leadership

• Participate in committees, special projects, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Contribute to the development of policies, procedures, competencies, and continuing education programs.
• Collaborate with vendors and community partners as needed.
• Support patient-centered care initiatives and organizational goals.

Minimum Qualifications Required

• Graduate of an accredited Nursing Education Program.
• Current RN licensure in the State of Ohio.
• Strong knowledge of hospice regulations, compliance, and clinical practice standards.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including the ability to create educational materials, presentations, curricula, and instructional resources.
• Excellent written, verbal, presentation, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to travel throughout the service area as needed.
• Commitment to Mt. Carmel’s mission, values, Code of Ethics, and Compliance Program.

Preferred

• Graduate of an approved Nursing education program, bachelor’s in nursing is preferred.
• Ten (10) years of nursing experience, including hospice experience.
• Experience in end-of-life care, home health, oncology, palliative care, or hospice.
• CPR Instructor Certification.

Certification Requirements

• Certification in Hospice and Palliative Care (CHPN or equivalent) required within one year of employment.

Mental and Physical Requirements

• Frequently lift, stands, and walks (80% of time)
• Occasionally bend, stoop, and twist (10% of time)
• Occasionally position and lift patients (10% of time)
• Must be able to travel to various TH/THHS worksites or various work locations as required

Why Join Mt. Carmel Hospice?

Mission-driven organization dedicated to exceptional end-of-life care.

Opportunity to influence clinical excellence and professional development.

Collaborative and supportive leadership team.

Meaningful work that directly impacts patient and family experiences.

Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, retirement savings, paid time off, and professional development opportunities.

Join Mt. Carmel Hospice and help shape the future of hospice care through education, mentorship, and clinical excellence.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, faith-based health care systems in the nation. Together, we’re 121,000 colleagues and nearly 36,500 physicians and clinicians caring for diverse communities across 27 states. Nationally recognized for care and experience, our system includes 101 hospitals, 126 continuing care locations, the second largest PACE program in the country, 136 urgent care locations, and many other health and well-being services. Based in Livonia, Michigan, in fiscal year 2023, we invested $1.5 billion in our communities through charity care and other community benefit programs. For more information, visit http://www.trinity-health.org. You can also follow Trinity Health on LinkedIn.