Hospice Nurse Preceptor

Gentiva; McAlester (OK); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with Company Match

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Generous Paid Time Off

Career Advancement Opportunities

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Mileage Reimbursement or Fleet Vehicle

Job summary

A hospice care provider is seeking an experienced Hospice Nurse Preceptor to mentor newly hired hospice nurses in McAlester, Oklahoma. This role combines hands-on patient care and dedicated clinical education to ensure new team members are well-prepared. Ideal candidates will have a nursing degree and a minimum of 2 years' clinical experience. Competitive pay and benefits including 401(k) match and medical insurance are offered.

Qualifications

• Must hold a current, unencumbered RN license.
• Minimum of 2 years of clinical nursing experience is required.
• Strong time management abilities are necessary.
• Prior nursing experience as a preceptor, mentor, or educator
• Current CPR certification
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
• Proficient with EMR, Microsoft Office, and mobile tech
• Strong communication, leadership, and organizational skills

Responsibilities

• Assess learning needs of new nurses and create orientation plans.
• Provide orientation on clinical policies and documentation.
• Mentor and coach best practices in patient care.
• Plan and facilitate targeted clinical learning experiences to build knowledge and competency
• Deliver timely, constructive feedback for professional growth
• Evaluate readiness for independent practice and advise leadership
• Conduct patient home visits per physician orders with compassionate care
• Maintain accurate documentation per policy and regulations
• Advise patients on services and community resources
• Collaborate with leadership to improve clinical quality and patient experience

Skills

Mentoring skills

Strong clinical knowledge

Excellent communication

Organizational skills

Independent work

Technology literacy

Education

Diploma, Associate’s, or Bachelor’s degree in Nursing

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Microsoft Office

Mobile technology

Job description

Overview

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Inspire Excellence. Mentor Clinicians. Transform Hospice Care.

Weekly Travel Required: Covering Colorado, Oklahoma, Southern Kansas

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

• 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)

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

Legal

• 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