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CommonSpirit Health

Care Transformation RN

Houston, TX · Remote

$41.14 - $67.88/hr

Bachelors of Nursing and 5 years of overall acute care nursing experience * 3 years of nursing preceptor experience * 2 years in a nursing leadership role * Basic Life Support - CPR * Virtual care ...

Gentiva Hospice

Hospice Nurse Preceptor

Edina, MN · On-site

$76K - $96K/yr

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 ...

Gentiva Hospice

Hospice Nurse Preceptor

Davenport, IA

$70K - $88K/yr

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 ...

Gentiva Hospice

Hospice Nurse Preceptor

Hermantown, MN · On-site

$71K - $90K/yr

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 ...

Gentiva Hospice

Hospice Nurse Preceptor

Edina, MN · On-site

$76K - $96K/yr

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 ...

Gentiva Hospice

Hospice Nurse Preceptor

Moline, IL

$66K - $84K/yr

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 ...

Gentiva Hospice

Hospice Nurse Preceptor

Ames, IA

$72K - $91K/yr

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 ...

Gentiva Hospice

Hospice Nurse Preceptor

Hermantown, MN · On-site

$71K - $90K/yr

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 ...

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How much do nursing preceptor jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 19, 2026, the average hourly pay for nursing preceptor in the United States is $45.54, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $37.74 and $51.44 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a nursing preceptor?

Nursing preceptors are experienced nurses who mentor and guide newly hired nurses, nursing students, or interns as they transition into clinical practice. They provide hands-on training, share clinical knowledge, and help orient new nurses to the workplace environment, policies, and procedures. Preceptors play a critical role in building the confidence and competence of new nurses, ensuring patient safety, and supporting professional development. Their guidance helps bridge the gap between classroom learning and real-world nursing practice.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a nursing preceptor, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Nursing Preceptor, you need strong clinical expertise, current nursing licensure, and experience in the specialty area you are teaching. Familiarity with educational tools, clinical competency checklists, and learning management systems is often required. Excellent communication, mentorship, and leadership skills set outstanding preceptors apart by fostering a supportive learning environment. These skills ensure effective knowledge transfer, promote professional growth, and help maintain high standards of patient care among new nurses.

What are some common challenges faced by nursing preceptors when mentoring new nurses, and how can they be addressed?

Nursing Preceptors often encounter challenges such as managing time effectively while balancing patient care with teaching responsibilities, addressing varying learning styles among preceptees, and providing constructive feedback. To overcome these challenges, preceptors can set clear expectations, utilize different teaching approaches, and foster open communication. Regular check-ins and feedback sessions help ensure that new nurses feel supported, while collaboration with other team members can lighten the workload and enhance the overall learning experience.

What is the difference between Nursing Preceptor vs Nursing Educator?

AspectNursing PreceptorNursing Educator
CredentialsRegistered Nurse (RN) with clinical experienceRN with additional teaching or advanced degrees (e.g., MSN, PhD)
Work EnvironmentHospitals, clinics, or healthcare facilitiesAcademic institutions, training programs, or healthcare education settings
Employer & IndustryHospitals, healthcare organizationsUniversities, colleges, or healthcare training programs
Primary RoleMentoring and supervising new nurses during clinical practiceDeveloping curricula, teaching students, and conducting research

The main difference is that Nursing Preceptors focus on mentoring nurses in clinical settings, while Nursing Educators are involved in teaching and curriculum development in academic or training environments. Both roles require RN credentials, but Nursing Educators often have advanced degrees and focus on education at a broader level.

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Infographic showing various Nursing Preceptor job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 4% As Needed, 52% Full Time, 17% Part Time, and 27% Contract. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $94,727 per year, or $45.5 per hour.

Lead RN Nurse Preceptor- Monroe County

HCR Home Care

Rochester, NY • On-site

$80 - $95/hr

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6.2

Company rating: 6.2 out of 10

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Job description

If you are unable to complete this application due to a disability, contact this employer to ask for an accommodation or an alternative application process.

Full Time Professional Rochester, NY, US

5 days ago Requisition ID: 3137

Salary Range: $80,000.00 To $95,000.00 Annually

Role and Responsibilities

A qualified clinical professional who directs, supervises, evaluates and provides nursing services to patients in the home, as prescribed by the attending physician. The RN Nurse Preceptor is recognized as an experienced nurse whose high level of home health proficiency is clearly evident to peers, patients, and referral sources.

Essential Functions

In addition to the essential functions of an RN Case Manager, the RN Nurse Preceptor may be required to:

  • Provide in-home clinical orientation for new employees or current employees needing assistance by providing 1:1 teaching and modeling of job duties through co-visits.
  • Deliver didactic classroom training, as needed.
  • Evaluate and document skill performance of preceptee to determine skill competency.
  • Coordinate with new clinical employees through orientation period to provide mentoring, training and advocacy.
  • Participate in case conference/staff meetings with preceptee and manager weekly during orientation period.
  • Become an instructor through the DOH for the HHA training program.
  • Participates in pilot programs as needed to assist in the quality and growth within the CHHA or other areas as they arise.
  • Preform Supervisory co-visits as needed for the field staff.
  • Participate in Competency days throughout the footprint.
  • Other duties as assigned.

This job description reflects management’s assignment of essential functions; and nothing in this herein restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

Education Requirements

  • Associate’s degree in Nursing required.

Qualifications and Requirements

  • Current, valid RN license issued by NYS Department of Education and minimum one year home care experience.
  • Knowledge of State and Federal regulations, as well as payer guidelines.
  • Current, unexpired NYS Driver’s License.
  • Current CPR Certification.
  • Minimum 2 years of home care experience

Must possess the following skills:

  • Demonstrate critical thinking skills.
  • Strong organizational and time management skills, possesses ability to multitask.
  • Clinical competency of nursing skills.
  • Demonstrated effective communication and collaboration with multidisciplinary care team.

The RN Nurse Preceptor is primarily a non-office setting and may be exposed to outdoor conditions.

The working conditions are classified as medium work:

  • Medium work – Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Medium work involves sitting and standing.

Physical Requirements

The following is a description of the physical requirements on a daily basis for the RN Nurse Preceptor. While performing the duties of the job the employee is regularly expected to:

  • Stand
  • Sit
  • Hear
  • Walk
  • Talk
  • Stoop or kneel
  • Repetitive motion

This is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, skills, efforts, requirements or working conditions associated with the job. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, management reserves the right to revise the job or to require that other or different tasks be performed as assigned.

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