Hospice Registered Nurse Preceptor

Optimal Care; Dexter (MI); On-site; USD 75,000 - 88,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO (3+ weeks)

Medical/Dental/Vision

401(k) with match

Company vehicle program

Mileage reimbursement

Job summary

Optimal Care is seeking a Hospice Nurse Preceptor in Michigan to provide compassionate end‑of‑life nursing care, mentor clinicians, and support onboarding and ongoing professional development. You will manage a patient caseload, coordinate visits, and collaborate with physicians and the care team to ensure high‑quality hospice services.

Ideal candidates have hospice or home health experience, an RN license, and a passion for education and quality care.

Qualifications

• Nurse licensure in the state.
• 2+ years in hospice or home health nursing.
• Reliable transportation and valid license/insurance.

Responsibilities

• Provide end‑of‑life nursing care to patients and families.
• Mentor and coach new clinicians during orientation and ongoing education.
• Coordinate care from admission through ongoing visits with the interdisciplinary team.

Skills

Nursing skills

Communication

Leadership

Multitasking

Clinical mentoring

Education

Nursing diploma/degree

Job description

Optimal C are where your dedication meets a rewarding career. Top Work Places for 12 consecutive years, Great Places to Work certified for 6 consecutive years, and we believe that exceptional care starts with exceptional people. We’re committed to supporting your professional growth, valuing your expertise, and creating an environment where you can do your best work every day.

As a clinician-owned and operated organization, we empower our team members to provide personalized, compassionate care to patients and families every day.

We are a leading provider of Physician Services, Home Health, and Hospice that encourages collaboration, innovation, and clinical excellence. From chronic disease management and rehabilitation to end-of-life care, our focus is on improving outcomes and enhancing quality of life.

Mission: Serve Together, Provide Value, and Deliver Exceptional Quality Care.

About the Role

Combine compassionate hospice nursing with the opportunity to develop the next generation of clinicians. As a Hospice Nurse Preceptor, you’ll provide skilled end‑of‑life care to patients and families while serving as a trusted mentor, educator, and clinical resource for nurses throughout their onboarding and professional development. Your expertise will help ensure both exceptional patient care and the continued growth of a confident, highly skilled clinical team.

This role is ideal for an experienced Hospice RN who is passionate about sharing knowledge, leading by example, and fostering clinical excellence. You’ll manage a patient caseload, coordinating individualized care from admission through ongoing visits while building meaningful relationships with patients, families, physicians, and the interdisciplinary care team. At the same time, you’ll guide new clinicians through orientation, provide ongoing coaching and remedial education when needed, and help students and staff build the confidence and competencies required to deliver outstanding hospice care.

Working closely with clinical leadership and the Education Department, you’ll help promote best practices, reinforce quality standards, and support a culture of continuous learning. Through your clinical expertise, mentorship, and compassionate leadership, you’ll directly influence both patient outcomes and the success of the clinicians who care for them.

Location

Office Location: Jackson, MI

Main Service Area: Greater Jackson and surrounding areas

This role is a high travel position and requires daily travel within the service area to provide care to patients in their homes, assisted living facilities, or nursing homes.

Hours

Monday – Friday, 8:00 am – 5:00 pm

Required Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Diploma, Associate or Baccalaureate School of Nursing
• Current State License as a Registered Nurse
• Minimum 2 years of experience as a nurse in hospice or home health environment
• Reliable transportation, valid driver’s license, and valid automobile insurance coverage

Preferred Qualifications

• BSN preferred

Essential Skills and Competencies

• Nursing skills as defined by nursing standards
• Ability to handle multiple priorities, documentation requirements and deadlines
• Demonstrates skill in nursing practice, ability to cope with family emotional stress and tolerance of individual lifestyles
• Possesses excellent observation, analytical, verbal and written communication skills
• Demonstrates the ability to assess and respond to the needs of the organization
• Strong leadership skills to be able to train clinicians
• Must be able to communicate professionally with all levels of the organization

Pay Range

$75,000—$88,000 USD

How We Care for You

• Minimum of 3 Weeks Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• HSA and FSA options including Dependent Care
• Company paid Short Term Disability
• Company paid Life Insurance
• 401(k) with Employer Match
• Mileage Reimbursement
• Company Vehicle Program for field roles
• Pet Insurance
• ID and Fraud Protection
• And more...

Background Screening

Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Screening is completed by a third‑party administrator, the Michigan Long‑Term Care Partnership, and is performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Report Act.

Reasonable Accommodations

We offer reasonable accommodations throughout the application process, interview stages, and during employment to ensure all team members can thrive. Please reach out to us if you would like to request a reasonable accommodation.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We believe an exceptional place to work begins with diverse perspectives. We are proud to be an equal‑opportunity workplace that prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected characteristic.