Licensed Practical Wellness Nurse- Mobile

CHARTIERS CENTER • Pittsburgh, PA

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About The Position

Chartiers Center is a private, nonprofit corporation providing behavioral health, substance use, intellectual disability, housing, crisis, and community-based services. The Licensed Practical Wellness Nurse provides compassionate, integrated health support to people facing mental health challenges in a community-based integrated care setting. The nurse manages a caseload of individuals with complex health and wellness needs, including acute health events, unstable or progressive chronic medical conditions, barriers to accessing physical or behavioral health and substance use treatment, and needs for health coaching, care coordination, or support connecting with providers and community resources.

The position is full time, Monday through Friday on the day shift, serving the Pittsburgh community and developing relationships with community providers. Services may be delivered in individuals’ homes, community locations, healthcare facilities, and other provider sites. The role does not include weekends, holidays, or on-call shifts.

Requirements

• Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) certification from an accredited institution.
• Pennsylvania licensure.
• Three years of behavioral health experience.
• Valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Build positive, supportive relationships with individuals and help them achieve their self-identified health and wellness goals.
• Use evidence-based wellness coaching practices to empower individuals to participate actively in managing their health and care.
• Deliver services in settings that meet individuals’ needs, including homes, community locations, healthcare facilities, and other provider sites.
• Coordinate and, when necessary, facilitate transportation to medical appointments using agency vehicles.
• Review and analyze behavioral and physical health utilization data to identify needs and develop individualized wellness plans.
• Monitor progress and provide follow-up support to promote adherence to treatment recommendations and care plans.
• Develop and implement preventive wellness strategies focused on nutrition, weight management, exercise, health screenings, and tobacco cessation.
• Connect individuals with healthcare providers, community resources, and support services to improve health outcomes.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in accordance with agency, regulatory, and funding requirements.
• Provide consultation and support to colleagues regarding care and service coordination for individuals served.
• Participate in educational activities and group learning opportunities that promote healthy lifestyles, wellness, and disease prevention.
• Serve as a resource to individuals, families, and staff on health promotion, wellness, and care coordination.

Benefits

• Competitive hourly rate
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Short- and long-term disability insurance
• Life insurance
• Retirement plan with 6% employer contribution after one year
• Eight paid holidays
• Generous paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Agency vehicle, laptop, and smartphone
• Free parking
• Positive and fulfilling work environment

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree