Psychiatric Nurse

Achievement Center of LECOM Health•Erie, PA

11d•$21 - $25•Onsite

About The Position

This position provides psychiatric nursing services to clients attending medical appointments through the Achievement Center of LECOM Health's Outpatient department. The nurse conducts initial health assessments obtaining physical/mental baseline data for each client prior to a scheduled appointment with the physician. The nurse manages client appointments and ensures that clients are seen timely, and all appointment changes are handled efficiently. The nurse manages the medical office and the flow of clients to and from physician appointments. The nurse also functions as the liaison for the client and family with the physician, insurance providers, pharmacies, and outside referral sources. This position reports to the Director of Mental Health Services. This is a Monday - Friday role, with no weekend, no on-call or major holidays. Interest in part-time hours will be taken into consideration.

Requirements

Current PA LPN Licensure in good standing.
Minimum of one (1) years’ experience working in a behavioral health field, with two (2) years' experience preferred.
OR
Current RN Licensure in good standing.
Minimum of one (1) year experience working in a behavioral health field.
Must have a valid driver’s license, current insurance coverage and consistent access to a reliable vehicle.
Mandated Reporter and Safety Care Training within 30 days of hire.
Provide clearances with a clean record, free from allegations or findings related to abuse, neglect, exploitation or other criminal acts against children, i.e. Act 33, Act 34 or FBI Clearance.

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.
Work Monday through Friday; no weekends or major holidays.
Some travel will be required to schools.

Benefits

Compensation: LPN starting salary is $20.50 an hour; RN starting salary is $25.00 an hour; with higher pay available based on experience.
Time Off: 8 Paid holidays in addition to generous vacation, sick, and paid time off.
Professional Advancement: Professional development opportunities and dedicated training budget. $200 annual credit towards licensure CEU’s or licensure renewal and dedicated training budget.
Benefits: Medical Insurance When using the Home Host benefits, all copayments and deductibles are waived with the exception for advanced diagnostics, certain types of therapy, durable medical equipment, infertility treatment, transplants, and certain surgical expenses.
Employee only coverage costs only $70/month and family is only $320/month!
Home Host option – waived co-pays and deductibles when utilizing LECOM physicians and Millcreek Community Hospital.
Highmark BC/BS Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance Employee coverage is only $10/month and Family coverage is only $27.20/month.
BAI Insurance
Vision Insurance.
Life Insurance, Long-Term Disability and AD&D are provided at no cost to you.
Various other elective benefits are available such as Identity theft protection, Short-Term Disability, travel insurance, pet Insurance, etc.
Employee Assistance program (EAP).
Employee Referral program.
Retirement: 403(b) Savings Plan enrollment with company match up to 6% of your pay after one year of employment.
Returning employees may take advantage of the retirement match immediately or earlier than one year.
Wellness: No cost Employee Assistance Program, discounted membership to LECOM Wellness Center, and a dedication to work/life balance.
Student Loan Forgiveness: We are a recognized 501(c)(3) nonprofit which qualifies for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program.