Registered Nurse - Hospice Preceptor

CorsoCare Hospice - Hospice RN PreceptorJob Status: Full Time-SalariedMonday-Friday 8:30am-5:00pmPosition will precept in greater Columbus marketAt CorsoCare We OfferEmployee First Benefits: Competitive compensation, including Medical (BCBS), Dental, Vision and an HSA Continued Growth and Education from training, supportive leadership, and collaboration Community based visits, means less travel time A company provided tablet with 24/7/365 IT support Dedicated schedulers to support flexible scheduling options Mileage reimbursement Generous PTO/Holiday (20 days first year) Tuition Reimbursement up to $2500 per year Pet InsuranceEmployee First Culture - YOU BELONG, YOU MATTER! What makes you different, makes us great You are part of a team Your unique experiences and perspectives inspire others A 1440 Culture - one that strives to use all 1440 minutes in each day to create the absolute best experiences with every person, in every interactionPosition SummaryThe Hospice RN Preceptor serves as a clinical mentor and educator responsible for onboarding, training, and supporting newly hired and transitioning clinical staff. This role ensures that all team members demonstrate competency in hospice philosophy, clinical skills, regulatory compliance, and interdisciplinary collaboration.The RN Preceptor plays a critical role in workforce readiness by fostering confidence, critical thinking, and compassionate care delivery aligned with hospice standards and organizational values.Key ResponsibilitiesClinical Preceptorship & OrientationProvide structured, discipline-specific orientation for new hospice nurses and other clinical team membersFacilitate hands-on training during patient visits, modeling best practices in symptom management, communication, and end-of-life careSupervise and validate clinical competencies, including:Provides dietary counselingProvides Hospice nursing services, treatments and preventive procedures.Initiates nursing procedures appropriate for the patient’s Hospice care and safetyObserves signs and symptoms and reports to the physician and IDG members any unexpected changes in the patient’s physical or emotional conditionTeaches, supervises and counsels the Hospice patient and family members about providing care for the patientSupervises and trains other nursing service personnelDevelops and re-evaluates the patient/family care plan in conjunction with IDG to meet needs and maintain continuity of carePerforms specific nursing procedures as needed (e.g., treatments, management of symptoms) following doctor’s ordersAttends team conferencesMaintains records as required by HospiceFollows the policies and procedures of Hospice. Observes confidentiality and safeguards all patient-related information in compliance with HIPAA regulationsAlways communicate to the supervisor if unable to meet a patient’s need or perform a procedureParticipates in on-call system and is responsible for providing on-call coverage when unavailable for assigned dutiesWorks with interdisciplinary group concept of patient careCoordinates the implementation of the plan of care for patients residing in SNF, NF, ICForMROrganizes work schedule and utilizes time management to be able to attend all required meetingsComplies with agency infection control policies and protocolsAssist with orientation, teaching and training as requestedOther duties as assigned by Director of Clinical Services or Clinical Manager.Gradually transition orientee from observation to independent practice using a competency-based approachEducation & Workforce DevelopmentCollaborate with the Director of Orientation and Workforce Readiness to implement and refine orientation programsAssist in developing educational materials, skills checklists, and competency toolsProvide real-time coaching and constructive feedback to orienteesIdentify learning gaps and create individualized development plansSupport ongoing staff education, including refreshers and skill validationsQuality, Compliance & DocumentationEnsure adherence to hospice Conditions of Participation (CoPs), state, and federalregulationsMentor staff on accurate, timely, and defensible clinical documentationReinforce eligibility criteria and appropriate clinical decision-makingMonitor orientee documentation and provide corrective guidance as neededInterdisciplinary CollaborationModel effective collaboration with the hospice interdisciplinary team, including nursing, social work, chaplaincy, aides, and physiciansEducate orientees on each discipline’s role and the importance of coordinated carePromote timely communication and follow-up on patient needsLeadership & CultureServe as a role model for hospice philosophy, compassion, and professionalismPromote a culture of accountability, curiosity, and continuous improvementSupport employee engagement and retention through positive onboarding experiencesProvide feedback to leadership on orientee progress and readinessQualificationsEducation & LicensureCurrent Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of practiceBachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferredExperienceMinimum of 3-5 years of hospice or palliative care experience, RNCM perferedDemonstrated expertise in end-of-life care, symptom management, and patient/family educationPrevious preceptor, educator, or leadership experience preferredKnowledge, Skills & AbilitiesStrong understanding of hospice regulations and eligibility criteriaExceptional communication and teaching skillsAbility to coach, mentor, and evaluate clinical performanceCritical thinking and clinical judgment in complex situationsHigh level of emotional intelligence and empathyStrong organizational and time management skillsProficiency in electronic medical records (EMR) systemsWork Environment & ExpectationsProvides care and training in patient homes, facilities, and community settingsParticipate in ride-along, field training, and occasional classroom or virtual sessionsFlexible schedule to meet orientation needs, which may include occasionaleveningsMust be willing to travel to meet the needs of new orientees and their locationsPerformance MetricsOrientee competency validation and time-to-independenceDocumentation accuracy and compliance ratesRetention of new hiresFeedback from orientees and interdisciplinary team membersContribution to orientation program developmentGeneral Working ConditionsPhysical Demands: While performing the responsibilities of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. The employee is frequently required to stand, walk, sit, lift, use hands to handle or feel, reach with hands and arms, stop, kneel, crouch, or crawl with no restrictions. Ability to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).Unusual Demands: The employee may occasionally be exposed to wet and/or dry humid conditions, fumes, or airborne particles. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.This classification description is intended to indicate the general kinds of tasks and levels of work difficulty that are required of positions given this title and should not be construed as declaring what the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position shall be. It is not intended to limit or in any way modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct and control the work of the employees under her/his supervision. The use of a particular expression or illustration describing duties shall not exclude other duties not mentioned that are of a similar kind or level of difficulty.Equal Opportunity Employer#CORRN