Gentiva Hospice is a member of the Gentiva family – an industry leader in hospice, palliative, home health, and personal home care. Our place is by the side of those who need us, offering physical, spiritual and emotional support to patients and their families so they may make the most of every moment. We believe that better care for caregivers and clinicians means better care for everyone, so we offer ongoing professional training, lower nurse-to-patient ratios, and comprehensive benefits for eligible employees. Here, you'll join gifted colleagues who make a lasting difference in people's lives every day.
Overview
We are looking for a Nurse Preceptor to join our team. This position is a part of our New Starts Team. The RN will travel to markets to train nurses prior to the branch opening.
This position is 100% travel.
Assess the learning needs of the new nurses and collaborate to determine goals and learning outcomes.Orient new nurses (preceptees) which includes hospice clinical policies and procedures, documentation, technology, compliance and regulatory requirements.Facilitate the learning experience to allow preceptees to perform competently in their required responsibilities. This is achieved through mentoring, coaching, and role modeling correct behaviors.Plan specific learning experiences to promote the acquisition of new knowledge, skills and abilities required of the job.Provide timely feedback to the preceptee regarding all aspects of the orientation experienceProvide clinical skills practice opportunities for preceptees and evaluates and documents correct performance.Evaluate and make recommendations as to when the preceptee is capable of working independently.Perform patient home visits in accordance with physicians orders.Prepare, maintain and submit documentation as required by the Company and/or facility. Advise patients of other services available and makes referrals to other community resources as needed with senior leadership and develops initiatives impacting the sales culture. About YouSpecialized Knowledge/Skills
Prior nursing experience acting as a preceptorAbility to mentor, coach and lead peer cliniciansPeople oriented- able to interact and collaborate with othersStrong initiative in order to make independent decisionsStrong knowledge of clinical skillsGood organizational and communication skills and the ability to function with minimal supervisionCurrent CPR certificationMust read, write and speak fluent English.Must have good and regular attendance.Performs other related duties as assigned
Education/Experience
Diploma, Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in NursingMinimum 2 years experience in a clinical settingPrior hospice experience is a plus
License/Certification
Unencumbered RN license in work state assignedCurrent CPR certificationValid drivers license and reliable transportation and liability insurance We Offer Comprehensive Benefits Package: Health Insurance, 401k Plan, Tuition Reimbursement, PTOOpportunity to participate in a Fleet ProgramCompetitive Salaries Mileage ReimbursementProfessional growth and development opportunities Legalese This is a safety-sensitive positionEmployee must meet minimum requirements to be eligible for benefitsWhere applicable, employee must meet state specific requirementsWe are proud to be an EEO employerWe maintain a drug-free workplace Location Gentiva Hospice Options Apply for this job onlineApplyShareEmail this job to a friendRefer Sorry the Share function is not working properly at this moment. Please refresh the page and try again later. Share on your newsfeed Application FAQsSoftware Powered by iCIMS
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