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Home Care: Clinical Trainer

PurposeCare

South Bend, Indiana

$43–$47/hr

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Posted Aug 26, 2026 · Last seen active Aug 27, 2026

What this means for you

It's a day shift — the busiest hours, the fullest crew, and your evenings back. Eight-hour shifts keep the days human-sized — rarer than it should be, and worth noticing.

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Shift
Days · 8-hour
Weekends, holidays, call
Mentor, on-call & referral programs

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Job description: Job Title: Clinical Trainer - RN Reports To: Director of Nursing Employment Type: Contract- 1099 - Hourly Bi Weekly: 1 Day 8 HR DAY 8:00-4:30PM Job Summary We are seeking a dedicated and experienced contract Clinical Trainer to support our home health agency team. This is a contract- 1099 position responsible for supporting the Director of Nursing by developing and delivering educational and clinical training programs. The Clinical Trainer ensures our staff meets the highest standards of home health care, in compliance with state, federal, and agency requirements. Key Responsibilities • Implement, and monitor high-quality educational programs for clinical staff and Home Health Aides. • Provide hands-on support and guidance to improve patient care and clinical performance. • Assist in the oversight of a Home Health Aide Training Program. • Evaluate patient care practices and recommend training initiatives. • Conduct orientations, mandatory in-services, and ongoing staff education. • Ensure adherence to state and federal home health regulations. • Maintain training materials and evaluate clinical competencies. • Support performance improvement initiatives and assist in policy development. • Provide on-site education and training at designated branch locations bi -weekly. Qualifications • Registered Nurse • Associate's or Bachelor's Degree in Nursing from an accredited program. • Experience in clinical education, staff development, or home health supervision is strongly preferred. • Excellent interpersonal, teaching, and organizational skills. • Ability and willingness to travel. What We Offer • Competitive hourly rate Job Type: Contract Benefits: • Flexible schedule • Paid training Work Location: On the road/office setting Requirements: Are you searching for a Purpose ? PurposeCare is Bringing Healthcare Home, and we want you to join our family PurposeCare is a leading provider of home care and home health services in the Midwest and provides home-based care services to more than 3,000 clients a month carefully coordinated to keep clients healthy and safe at home. With excellent caregivers and innovative technology, PurposeCare ensures that our most vulnerable are provided with the support necessary to live full lives in their community. Your Care is Our Purpose. As a growing company we provide: • A rewarding career making a difference, changing lives & communities • Schedule Flexibility • Ongoing growth, training & professional development • Mentor, on-call & referral programs • Opportunity to apply for positions at our other PurposeCare locations Compensation: 43-47 HR

Skills for this role

Clinical EducationStaff DevelopmentHome Health SupervisionCurriculum DevelopmentCompetency EvaluationPolicy Development

Requirements

  • RN
  • Paid training
  • Nursing
  • 8 hour shift
  • Program design
  • Clinical program implementation
  • Clinical program policy development
  • RN License
  • Hourly pay

About the employer

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PurposeCare
Hiring organization

PurposeCare is a home health and home care services provider operating across the Midwest, with locations in Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, and Ohio. The company serves over 6,500 clients monthly and focuses on delivering coordinated home-based care, with a particular emphasis…

What reviewers appreciate

  • Time and location flexibility highlighted by employees in reviews
  • Ability to learn new things on the job
  • Clear sense of purpose in the organization's mission

What reviewers flag

  • Pay and benefits rated only 2.9 out of 5 by employees on Indeed
  • Job security and advancement rated 2.8 out of 5, indicating limited perceived growth opportunities
  • Management rated 2.8 out of 5 by employees on Indeed
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Living in South Bend, IN

South Bend offers Midwestern affordability along the St. Joseph River, anchored by the University of Notre Dame campus. Nurses relocating here find a compact city with riverfront trails, revitalized downtown eateries, and a close-knit community feel—plus easy drives to Lake Michigan and Chicago for weekend escapes.

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State price level · Indiana
7% below the national average
State index 93.3 (100 = national)

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