This hospital has
Joint Commission Accreditation
At Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Erie, we are committed to helping you regain independence after a life-changing illness or injury. Serving Erie and the surrounding areas, we are a leading provider of inpatient rehabilitation after stroke and brain injury and other complex neurological and orthopedic conditions.
Using clinical collaboration and advanced technologies, we provide a personalized care plan designed to meet your unique needs and help you achieve your goals.
Our inpatient rehabilitation hospital uses an interdisciplinary team approach that includes physical, speech and occupational therapists, rehabilitation physicians, rehabilitation nurses, case managers, dietitians and more, combined with our advanced technology and expertise, to help you achieve your goals. You will receive at least three hours of therapy five days per week while under the constant care of registered nurses, many of whom specialize in rehabilitation, and frequent independent private practice physician* visits.
Rehabilitation is covered in full or part by most health insurance plans, including Medicare and Medicaid. Our hospital has contracts with most major insurance companies and is willing to negotiate with other companies, as needed.
*The hospital provides access to independent physicians.
60 Beds
Televisions
Telephones
Free WiFi
Courtyard
Service animals allowed
Student observation hours
Interpreter services
Spanish translators available
Tours available
Support groups
By demonstrating compliance with The Joint Commission’s national standards for healthcare quality and safety, our hospital is accredited by The Joint Commission.
Our hospital has earned The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval® for Disease-Specific Care Certification in stroke rehabilitation.
Our hospital has earned The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval® for Disease-Specific Care Certification in brain injury rehabilitation.
Our hospital has earned The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval® for Disease-Specific Care Certification in Parkinson's disease.
Our hospital has earned The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval® for Disease-Specific Care Certification in orthopedic rehabilitation.
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Chief Executive Officer
Janet began her career at Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Erie in 2009. She held the position of physical therapy manager until her promotion to director of therapy operations in 2013. She remained in that role for 6 years before advancing to chief executive officer. She brings more than 21 years of clinical experience in outpatient, skilled nursing, long term acute care, home health care and inpatient rehabilitation. She received her bachelor's degree in physical therapy from Daemen College.
Medical Director
Dr. Hickey is Board Certified in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation by the ABPMR and serves as the physical medicine and rehabilitation (PMR) program director at Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Erie. Dr. Hickey is employed by Erie Physicians Network - UPMC (EPN) and is also on staff at UPMC Hamot as the trauma rehabilitation director.
Dr. Hickey completed a physical medicine and rehabilitation residency program at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center. While there, he served as the acting academic chief resident of the PMR residency program. Dr. Hickey completed his medical studies at Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine. He also has an undergraduate degree in sports medicine from the University of Pittsburgh at Bradford.
Dr. Hickey is an independent private practice physician.
Director of Pharmacy
Dr. Jaclyn Bojewski-Hornyak joined Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Erie in March 2022 as the director of pharmacy. Jaclyn brings more than 15 years of pharmacy experience in both the LTACH and long-term care pharmacy settings. Jaclyn’s previous experience includes vice president of pharmacy services for a mid-size long-term care pharmacy of which serviced more than 1,500 patients. Jaclyn received her PharmD from Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine in 2012.
Director of Therapy Operations
Maureen began her career with Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Erie in 2009 as a physical therapist. She was promoted to senior physical therapist in 2014 until being named director of therapy in 2019. Maureen brings over ten years of clinical experience within the inpatient rehab and home health care settings. She received her bachelor’s degree in science and her doctorate’s degree in physical therapy from Gannon University.
Facilities Management Director
Bill joined the hospital in April 2006 as the facilities management director. He achieved certification by the American Hospital Association as a Certified Health Care Facility Manager in December 2008. An Erie native, Bill previously served as an electronics instructor in the Air Force. Since his discharge in 1974, Bill has worked exclusively in healthcare maintenance, first in an acute care setting and then in long-term care prior to coming to Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Erie.
Chief Nursing Officer
Jason joined Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Erie in October 2021 as the chief nursing officer. He brings more than 14 years of healthcare experience ranging from nurse aide to director of advanced practice providers. He obtained his associate degree in nursing from Mercyhurst University in 2009, a bachelor's degree in nursing from Gannon University in 2012, and a doctorate degree in nursing from Pitt University in 2015. Most recently he obtained a master’s degree in health administration from Gannon University in 2020 and obtained his fellowship in the American College of Healthcare Executives in 2021.
Controller
Lori has served as the hospital's controller since 2005 and has been an employee of the hospital since 1991. A native of Erie, Lori earned her bachelor’s degree in accounting from Mercyhurst University in Erie, Pennsylvania.
Associate Medical Director
Dr. Grisier served as medical director at Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Erie from 2016 to 2018. He has a longstanding relationship with Encompass Health Erie, including serving several terms as chair of the hospital’s Medical Executive Committee. Dr. Grisier is an assistant clinical professor of Family Medicine for LECOM Health and has educated residents and students for over 25 years. He maintains a private practice with Medical Associates of Erie at Plaza 18 Medical Center in Erie. An Erie native, Dr. Grisier is a graduate of Gannon University and the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine. He completed his residency at Millcreek Community Hospital.
Dr. Grisier is an independent private practice physician.
Business Development Director
Donna was promoted to business development director in April 2020. Donna began her nurse liaison career in 2013 as a per diem rehab liaison with Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Erie. Donna has over 30 years in nursing experience and has held various nursing leadership positions. Donna holds a master's degree in nursing administration from Gannon University and is also a certified case manager (CCM).
Director of Human Resources
Lindsay began her career at Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Erie in 2012 as the Human Resources Assistant. She was promoted to director of human resources in November 2015. Lindsay brings more than ten years of experience in human resources to her role. Lindsay holds a bachelor’s degree in psychology – human resources from Westminster College. As the human resources director, Lindsay is responsible for the day to day employee relations of approximately 185 employees.
Director of Quality/Risk
Nadine was promoted to quality/risk director in September 2020. She joined Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Erie in 2012 as a registered nurse. She later received her certified registered rehabilitation nurse certification in 2015. In 2017, she became the patient assessment standards coordinator. Nadine obtained her bachelor's degree in Nursing from The Pennsylvania State University in 2012.
Director of Case Management
Ann joined Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Erie in June 2021 as the director of case management. She brings more than 10 years of experience in healthcare social services focusing on dementia care, behavioral management and discharge planning. Ann graduated with her bachelor’s degree in social work in 2009 from Indiana University -- Purdue University Indianapolis (IUPUI). In November 2020, she completed her master’s degree in healthcare administration from Indiana Wesleyan University.
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