Psychiatric LPN

Springfield Developmental Center - Erie, PA

Part-time,Full-time - Entry Level

Erie, PA

Social Assistance

About the position

The Psychiatric LPN position at the Achievement Center of LECOM Health involves providing psychiatric nursing services to clients in the outpatient department. The role includes conducting health assessments, managing client appointments, and serving as a liaison between clients, families, and healthcare providers. The position is focused on delivering quality care to children with various psychiatric and behavioral health needs.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing/health assessments to children.
• Complete all necessary documentation for services, including treatment planning.
• Act as a liaison between family members, agency psychiatrists, and school personnel regarding medication issues with children.
• Assist with coordination of treatment with other service providers.
• Assist families in locating needed resources.
• Work in an office-based setting alongside psychiatrists and CRNPs.
• Provide quality care to children with varying degrees of psychiatric and behavioral health needs.
• Manage client appointments and ensure timely visits.

Requirements

• Current PA LPN Licensure in good standing with a minimum of one (1) year experience in a behavioral health field.
• OR Current PA LPN or RN Licensure in good standing with a minimum of two (2) years' experience in a behavioral health field.
• Valid driver's license.
• Current Act 33/34 and FBI Fingerprint Clearances prior to hire.
• Safety care training to provide 'hands off' crisis de-escalation within 30 days of hire.

Nice-to-haves

• Bilingual individuals are encouraged to apply.

Benefits

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance, Long-Term Disability and AD&D at no cost
• 403(b) Savings Plan with company match up to 6% after one year
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Employee Referral Program
• Wellness programs including discounted membership to LECOM Wellness Center
• Student Loan Forgiveness eligibility under PSLF program
• Various elective benefits such as Identity theft protection, Short-Term Disability, travel insurance, pet Insurance.