Posted: Dec 19, 2024

LPNs

EHCA - Erie, PA
Full-time
Salary: $22.00 - $22.00 Hourly
Application Deadline: Jan 3, 2025
Health

Base pay rate $22/hour. Pay rate based upon years of licensure.

At EHCA, we assist people with disabilities to live rich and fulfilling lives. We provide compassionate, therapeutic, and medical support to individuals of all ages and all levels of disability while enabling them to live with purpose and dignity. 

Join our dedicated team which supports each person to have the opportunity to make choices, contribute to his or her daily lifestyle, obtain the best education or training available, and enjoy a home-like atmosphere with quality caregivers.

LPN's on our nursing team enjoy low patient ratios and flexible shifts. 

A nurse (LPN/RN) at EHCA is responsible for the observations and interventions of care to meet the healthcare needs of the residents of Erie Homes for Children & Adults, Inc. and the completion of required documentation. LPN/RN are responsible for the assessment and provision of nursing care to include:

  • Makes observations about residents, gathers appropriate data, and applies nursing interventions or treatment promptly as required for injuries and illnesses.
  • Review and coordinate the preventative health care needs of assigned residents.
  • Provides medical treatments as ordered by physician and documents appropriately.
  • Ensures appropriate communications to physicians, family members, guardians, and other healthcare facilities regarding appointments, health status, and any changes.
  • Contacts the pharmacy within 24 hours with new or discontinued medication.
  • Arranges resident appointments (consults, clinic visits, dental diagnostic testing) and arranges for completion of lab studies in compliance with clinical guidelines.
  • Accompanies the resident to specialist physician appointments as required.
  • Participates in ISPs for assigned residents as required.
  • Attends meetings and trainings as required.
  • Administers medications accurately following physician’s orders and documents on the medication record.
  • Assist with admission as required.

Requirements

  • Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
  • Graduate of an approved Licensed Practical Nursing Program and certified to pass medications. 
  • Possess a current license as a Licensed Practical Nurse in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.

Summary

EXCELLENT BENEFITS:

  • WORK WHERE YOU ARE APPRECIATED!
  • LOW PATIENT RATIOS/FLEXIBLE SHIFTS
  • ALL POSITIONS ELIGIBLE FOR MATCHING 401K
  • 30 HPW OR GREATER POSITIONS OFFERED VISON NO COST, MEDICAL $10 PER PAY
  • 5 HPW AND GREATER POSITIONS ALSO ARE OFFERED DENTAL AND LIFE INSURANCE AT NO COST
  • EXCELLENT PTO AND SICK TIME BENEFITS AVAILABLE AFTER 3 MONTHS OF EMPLOYMENT
  • HOLIDAY TIME AFTER 30 DAYS OF EMPLOYMENT
  • PAID TRAINING

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