Clinical Educator / Hospice

Transitions Group LLC

$90K — $95K *
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • BSN preferred; RN licensure required in primary state with the ability to obtain licensure in additional states.
  • C.H.P.N. certification preferred for specialized hospice knowledge.
  • Minimum of 2 years of hospice experience required, ensuring familiarity with patient needs.
  • Over 5 years of general nursing experience preferred, especially in pain and symptom management.
  • Proven ability to teach, train, and mentor clinical staff with varying experience levels.
  • Strong observation, assessment, nursing judgment, and communication skills critical for effective education.
  • Valid driver's license and reliable transportation for extensive travel requirements.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and implement standardized education programs across multiple states.
  • Mentor clinical staff, guiding their professional development from novice to expert levels.
  • Educate patients, families, and caregivers on disease processes, self-care, and medications.
  • Create teaching materials that facilitate enhanced learning for both staff and patients.
  • Evaluate educational programs to ensure ongoing professional development and improved outcomes.
  • Collaborate with leadership to assess educational needs and address clinical practice gaps.
  • Act as a clinical resource and role model across agencies, ensuring compliance with regulations.

Benefits

  • Competitive pay offering market value for your expertise.
  • Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance plans.
  • Coverage for Long & Short-Term Disability to protect your income.
  • 401(k) plan with company match to support your retirement savings.
  • Auto Allowance and Gas Card for travel expenses.
  • Company provided equipment to facilitate your role.
  • Generous Paid Time Off for work-life balance.
Full Job Description
Job Type

Full-time

Description

Coverage Territory: Champaign, Haven and Springfield and surrounding areas

Schedule: Monday-Friday 8am - 5pm

If you're an experienced hospice RN who is energized by teaching, mentoring, and raising the bar for clinical practice, this is your role.

What You'll Do

As Clinical Educator, you'll be a key member of the corporate clinical team; developing, implementing, and overseeing standardized education and competency programs across our multistate organization. You'll travel to branches, support new hires, close clinical practice gaps, and serve as a trusted resource for interdisciplinary teams from novice to expert. Your responsibilities include:

Education & Training
  • Supporting the onboarding and field training of new clinical team members across branch locations
  • Acting as a mentor who guides individual staff development from novice to expert
  • Teaching patients, families, and caregivers about disease processes, self-care techniques, medications, and diet as ordered
  • Developing teaching aids and educational materials that promote learning for both staff and patients/families
  • Evaluating the effectiveness of educational experiences to drive ongoing professional development and quality outcomes
  • Assessing educational needs and addressing clinical practice gaps in partnership with regional and local leadership
  • Aligning training initiatives with organizational goals, CMS regulations, Conditions of Participation, and hospice best practices

Leadership & Collaboration
  • Serving as a visible clinical resource and role model across multiple agencies and states
  • Collaborating with interdisciplinary teams, Administrators, and Executive Directors to develop agency goals and objectives
  • Demonstrating creativity and critical thinking in the development of patient care plans
  • Supporting audit readiness, regulatory compliance, and quality outcomes across all branches
  • Functioning independently, organizing assignments for maximum productivity across a multistate territory
  • Providing field support during staffing needs as determined by the Chief Nursing Officer
  • Travel required >70%


Benefits We Offer
  • Competitive pay
  • Medical / Dental / Vision Insurance plans
  • Long & Short-Term Disability
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Auto Allowance & Gas Card
  • Company provided equipment
  • Paid Time Off

Ready to join us? Apply today.

Requirements

What You Bring
  • BSN preferred; RN licensure in primary state of assignment required, with ability to obtain licensure in additional states (compact licensure accepted where applicable)
  • C.H.P.N. (Certified Hospice and Palliative Nurse) certification preferred
  • 5+ years of general nursing experience preferred; pain and symptom management experience a plus
  • Minimum 2 years of hospice experience required
  • Strong ability to teach, train, and mentor clinical staff across experience levels
  • Excellent observation, assessment, nursing judgment, and communication skills
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively within an interdisciplinary setting
  • Valid driver's license with reliable transportation; ability to travel 75%+ of the time
  • Genuine passion for hospice care and a commitment to continuous clinical excellence


Salary Description

$90,000 - $95,000 a year

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