Licensed Practical Nurse

Location: Erie, PA
FLSA Status: Non-exempt
Salary Range: $24.00 - 31.00 per hour
Telecommute: Not Eligible

Welcome to Mercy, where the mission meets you!

Are you a Licensed Practical Nurse with a heart for service and a passion for providing dignified, compassionate nursing care? Join the Sisters of Mercy , and be part of something extraordinary—caring for those who have spent their lives caring for others.

Welcome to Mercy, where the mission meets you!

Why You’ll Love It Here

At the Sisters of Mercy, your nursing skills make a meaningful difference every day. You’ll provide compassionate care to our retired Sisters in a supportive environment where dignity, respect, and quality of life are at the heart of everything we do.

What You’ll Do

Monitor and document vital signs, nutrition, weight, elimination patterns, and changes in condition, responding appropriately to each Sister’s needs.

Administer medications and treatments according to professional nursing standards and prepare medications as required.

Provide hands‑on nursing care and assistance with activities of daily living while protecting each Sister’s privacy, dignity, and confidentiality.

Document care in medical records and promptly report changes in condition to the Healthcare Coordinator and Sister Life Ministers.

Coordinate medical appointments, follow‑up care, and hospital transfers, accompanying Sisters to appointments, testing, procedures, or emergency visits as needed.

Collaborate with the Healthcare Coordinator, Nurse Aides, and contract staff, providing direction and supervision as appropriate.

Assist with staffing coverage when needed and fulfill on‑call responsibilities as necessary.

Follow infection control, fire safety, and emergency procedures while helping maintain a safe, clean, and comfortable environment.

Identify and report safety concerns, equipment issues, and supply needs promptly.

Demonstrate initiative, sound judgment, and professional communication while following established policies and community guidelines.

What You Bring

A current, valid LPN license in the state of employment.

Experience in aging services or gerontology, preferably in a healthcare setting.

Experience working with individuals with dementia.

Current basic life support training.

Strong nursing judgment, problem‑solving, and decision‑making skills.

The ability to maintain confidentiality and respond effectively in crisis situations.

Strong organizational, computer, and communication skills.

Demonstrated leadership abilities and the ability to build effective working relationships.

The ability to remain composed in stressful situations, work independently and collaboratively, and help train and motivate others.

Prior experience in a healthcare or religious organization is preferred.

An appreciation for the traditions and culture of the Sisters of Mercy and the Catholic Church is preferred, including familiarity with Catholic Church structures and teachings.

More Than a Role—It’s a Ministry of Care

At the Sisters of Mercy, our mission is rooted in compassion, dignity, and social justice. When you care for our retired Sisters, you become part of a legacy of mercy and service.

____________________________________________________________LPN Charge nurse needed for evening shift,

3pm-11pm, 32-40 hrs. /week,

Monday-Friday, weekends and Holidays

required, preferably every other weekend.