Are you looking to expand your career horizons? Would you like to know that your work makes a difference in the world? At Voices for Independence, we are improving lives every day.

We invite you to give your talent to people in home care!

Voices for Independence is currently seeking a full-time RN or LPN to provide services within our service area. These services will include:

• Provides the initial evaluation visit and regularly reevaluates the Consumer needs
• Administers care in accordance with approved plan of care
• Acts as a resource for Consumers and family/significant others to meet nursing and related health needs
• Trains Direct Care Workers on-site in the consumer’s home
• Completes all assessments for Health Maintenance Activities
• Remains available for duty nights, weekends, and holidays, as needed/assigned
• Participates in professional organizations and continuing education to improve practice knowledge and skills
• Ability to travel throughout VFI’s service area

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Registered Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse with a current valid Pennsylvania license
• Minimum of two (2) years of current experience as an LPN or RN
• Skilled in critical thinking, communication, negotiation, and collaboration
• Reliable, independent means of transportation to make home visits. Drivers must have a valid driver’s license and drive a vehicle with insurance limits as established by the state

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Ability to work independently
• Ability to meet deadlines under pressure
• Experience working with individuals with disabilities
• Self-motivated and takes initiative
• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment
• Professional attitude and work habits
• The person selected for this position must establish and maintain an effective liaison with individuals both within and outside VFI. This person must have an empathetic understanding of client population and able to relate to them in a positive and supportive fashion.

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: From $40,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Holidays
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Work Location: In person

Voices For Independence is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer that celebrates diversity. Voices for Independence is a center for independent living, established in Erie, PA, proudly serving individuals with disabilities in Western Pennsylvania for nearly 30 years.

People with disabilities and Veterans are encouraged to apply.

Apply today to join our growing team!