Hospice Education Specialist & Field Coach

gbmc; Maine; On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

GBMC is seeking an expert nursing practitioner to serve as an educator and consultant, ensuring evidence-based practice across the organization. The role supports field-based staff and nursing leaders in resolving complex RN clinical practice issues, with emphasis on advanced nursing theory, education development, and high-quality patient care.

Responsibilities include teaching, coordinating education programs, and collaborating with clinical leaders to implement regulations, policies, and best

Qualifications

• BSN preferred
• At least 2 years' experience as an RN in relevant clinical area
• Supervisory experience
• Current Maryland Registered Nurse license; CHPN preferred
• Advanced knowledge of nursing theory, practice and education

Responsibilities

• Teaches and coaches the Nurses and Hospice aides in best practices for excellent patient and family care.
• Best practice specialist on nursing skills for the seriously ill, palliative, geriatric, and hospice patients.
• Ensures the establishment, interpretation, and maintenance of clinical reference tools and standard works for hospice aides, registered nurses, and LPNs.
• Works collaboratively with multiple clinical leaders on interpretation of regulations, accreditation standards, clinical policies, and procedures.
• Knowledge set or ability to gain extensive knowledge to guide best practice on wound care and other specialized care.

Skills

Advanced nursing theory

Clinical education

Exceptional communication

Education program development

Care coordination

Wound care knowledge

Precepting/mentoring

Interdepartmental collaboration

Education

BSN preferred

Job description

GBMC is seeking an expert nursing practitioner to serve as an educator and consultant, ensuring evidence-based practice across the organization. The role supports field-based staff and nursing leaders in resolving complex RN clinical practice issues, with emphasis on advanced nursing theory, education development, and high-quality patient care.

Responsibilities include teaching, coordinating education programs, and collaborating with clinical leaders to implement regulations, policies, and best