Hospice Nurse Preceptor - $5000 Sign on Bonus

Overview:

Inspire Excellence. Mentor Clinicians. Transform Hospice Care.

 

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.

 

Territory Coverage: Statewide (South Carolina)
Branch Locations: Aiken, Anderson, Bluffton, Charleston, Columbia, Florence, Greenville, Myrtle Beach, Orangeburg, Rock Hill, Simpsonville, and Spartanburg.
Travel Requirements: Approximately 80–90% travel throughout South Carolina, including frequent overnight travel, to support branch operations and business needs across all locations. 

 

$5,000 SIGN ON BONUS

 

 

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:

Qualifications – What You’ll Bring:

• 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)

 

Apply Today

 

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

Legalese:

• 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

Location: Gentiva Hospice Our Company:

 

At Gentiva, it is our privilege to offer compassionate care in the comfort of wherever our patients call home. We are a national leader in hospice care, palliative care, home health care, and advanced illness management, with nearly 600 locations and thousands of dedicated clinicians across 38 states.

 

Our place is by the side of those who need us – from helping people recover from illness, injury, or surgery in the comfort of their homes to guiding patients and their families through the physical, emotional, and spiritual effects of a serious illness or terminal diagnosis.

 

Our nationwide reach is powered by a family of trusted brands that include:

• Hospice care: Gentiva Hospice, Emerald Coast Hospice Care, Heartland Hospice, Hospice Plus, New Century Hospice, Regency SouthernCare, SouthernCare Hospice Services, SouthernCare New Beacon
• Palliative care: Empatia Palliative Care, Emerald Coast Palliative Care
• Home health care: Heartland Home Health
• Advanced illness management: Illumia Health

 

With corporate headquarters in Atlanta, Georgia, and providers delivering care across the U.S., we are proud to offer rewarding careers in a collaborative environment where inspiring achievements are recognized – and kindness is celebrated.