Registered Nurse

Perseus House, Inc.; Erie (Erie County); On-site; USD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Perseus House, Inc. is seeking a full-time Registered Nurse to support youth in residential and shelter programs in Erie, PA.

The RN will perform health assessments, administer medications, monitor well-being, and coordinate with medical and behavioral health providers. Documentation and compliance are essential in a trauma-informed care environment.

Qualifications

• RN license in good standing in Pennsylvania.
• Experience in pediatric, adolescent, behavioral health, or residential treatment settings is highly beneficial.
• Strong clinical assessment, medication management, and care coordination skills.
• Ability to communicate clearly and professionally with youth, families, and multidisciplinary team members.
• Knowledge of trauma-informed care and healthcare regulations.
• On-site work in Erie, PA with flexibility for varying shifts.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct nursing care to youth in residential and shelter programs.
• Perform health assessments and monitor physical and mental health status.
• Administer medications and coordinate care with medical/behavioral health providers.
• Educate youth and staff on health, wellness, and disease prevention.
• Maintain accurate documentation and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Respond to health concerns and emergencies and participate in treatment planning.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Medication administration

Care coordination

Documentation (EHR)

Trauma-informed care

Communication with youth and families

Team collaboration

Education

Registered Nurse license (PA)

Job description

Company Description

Perseus House, Inc. is a nonprofit organization that provides residential treatment, shelter care, and community-based educational programs for school-aged youth in Erie, Pennsylvania and across the state. The organization focuses on intervening in the lives of adolescents involved in or at risk of entering the juvenile justice, child welfare, or mental health systems, using evidence-based practices to support long-term success. Perseus House operates seven residential units and a Shelter Program that serves court-ordered adolescents of diverse backgrounds, achieving a high rate of successful treatment completion. Community-based professionals also deliver school and community programs designed to help youth get back on track and avoid residential placement, contributing to safer communities and stronger futures for young people.

Role Description

The Registered Nurse is a full-time, on-site role located in Erie, PA, supporting youth in residential and shelter programs. This role provides direct nursing care, including health assessments, medication administration, monitoring of physical and mental health status, and coordination of care with medical and behavioral health providers. The Registered Nurse educates youth and staff on health, wellness, and disease prevention, maintaining accurate and timely documentation in accordance with regulatory and organizational standards. Day-to-day responsibilities include responding to health concerns and emergencies, implementing physician orders, participating in treatment planning, collaborating with interdisciplinary teams, and contributing to a safe, trauma-informed environment. The nurse also helps ensure compliance with licensing and healthcare regulations and supports quality improvement initiatives related to resident health outcomes.

Qualifications

• Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of Pennsylvania, in good standing.
• Experience in pediatric, adolescent, behavioral health, or residential treatment settings is highly beneficial.
• Strong clinical assessment, medication management, and care coordination skills.
• Ability to communicate clearly and professionally with youth, families, and multidisciplinary team members.
• Knowledge of trauma-informed care, evidence-based practices, and relevant healthcare regulations.
• Capacity to work on-site in Erie, PA, including flexibility for varying shifts as program needs require.
• Demonstrated reliability, ethical conduct, and respect for diverse cultures, backgrounds, and identities.
• Basic computer proficiency for electronic health records and documentation; CPR/BLS certification preferred.