Licensed Practical Nurse

Horizon House, Inc. is a nationally recognized provider of services to adults with support needs due to developmental disabilities, behavioral health issues, and substance abuse. Horizon House is Pennsylvania’s oldest psychiatric rehabilitation agency. Since 1952, we have been dedicated to helping people with mental illness, drug and alcohol addictions, developmental/intellectual disabilities, and homelessness to stabilize their lives and to help them live as independently as possible in the community. With over 100 locations throughout South and North Eastern Pennsylvania and the state of Delaware, Horizon House provides services to a diverse population focusing on individual strength and choice. 

Responsibilities include the following:

• Monitor participant’s medication. Verify insurance for medication approval by making phone calls and completing authorization requests to appropriate insurance companies and pharmacies as directed by psychiatrist.
• Provide basic nursing care, provide symptom management education, ensure immediate changes are made in the treatment plans as participants’ needs change; educate and support participants’ families, and advocate for participants’ rights and preferences.
• Submit accurate and timely documentation and related information in accordance with TCMU/CBH/HH standards. Document all contacts, movement, growth, transfers and overall progression through the system, in accordance with funding source regulations.
• Oversee the maintenance of the medication room area. Monitor and order needed supplies.

Requirements:

• Board Certified Licensed LPN in the State of PA.
• Prior experience in servicing community mental health facilities.
• Comprehensive knowledge of psychiatric clinical and psychosocial rehabilitation practices. Excellent communication skills, both oral and written; Detail oriented.
• Strong interpersonal skills; Team oriented; Very strong organization and analytical skills.
• Must be available for scheduled emergency on-call service.
• Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record required.

Scope:

• ​Frequent talking and listening.
• May require verbal crisis intervention assistance in emergency situations.
• Must be available for local travel and possess a valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.
• Scheduling flexibility and possible on-call work are necessary.
• May be required to report to work during emergencies, including inclement weather.

Horizon House offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefit package including: medical & dental, (9) nine paid holidays, generous paid time off, tuition reimbursement, retirement savings plan, voluntary tax-sheltered annuity, transit benefit program, opportunities for advancement and more.

Horizon House, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer