Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Community Based

• Mobile Medication Monitoring
• $19.50-$25.05
• 2185 West 8th Street, Erie, PA, United States
• Hourly
• Full Time

* * * $5,000 COMMITMENT BONUS - External Candidates only * * *

POSITION SUMMARY:

This Nursing position is within our Mobile Medication Monitoring (MMM) program which is a community based program. The MMM nurse is responsible for providing in-home mobile medication monitoring services to clients in need of skills training, symptom management, and resource coordination. The MMM nurse is responsible for providing mental and physical healthcare education and coordination of medication and related healthcare services; developing and implementing recovery-oriented medication management plans that are comprehensive, accurate and clearly tailored to each client's individual needs; and, conducting ongoing assessments to ensure that goal plans remain relevant, that progress, or the lack thereof, is closely monitored and that modifications can be made as deemed appropriate. The MMM nurse offers clinical consultation and teaching to clients, families and co-workers to ensure that up-to-date information is maintained regarding medical issues. The MMM nurse also participates in the on-call nursing system as scheduled.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Licensed Practical Nurse with NAPNES medication certification; experience working with individuals with mental illness and/or developmental disabilities preferred.
2. Strong clinical skills with working knowledge of mental health system, psychiatric rehabilitation and recovery principles.
3. Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal, organizational skills, knowledge of practical self-care skills and ability to work with minimal supervision.
4. Ability to effectively work with persons with mental illness and/or developmental disabilities and implement medication monitoring plans for their program participation.
5. Act 33/34/31 and FBI Clearances
6. Valid driver's license with access to a vehicle during scheduled work hours.

BENEFITS:

• Excellent Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, Personal Days
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and Long Term Disability Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account
• Retirement Plan
• Pet Insurance
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (if you are eligible)
• Verizon Wireless Discount
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• And More!

Today, Stairways Behavioral Health is the most progressive mental health care provider in Erie, serving more than 8,000 people annually and employing more than 280 full and part-time mental health professionals. The conviction of the founders remains Stairways' mission 60 years later, focusing primarily on adults.

Stairways in an affiliate of Journey Health System, headquartered in Bradford, PA.

Stairways Mission:

Stairways Behavioral Health assists persons with mental health care and addiction needs at any stage of life in their recovery by providing comprehensive rehabilitation, treatment, and supports essential for living, working, learning and participating fully in the community.