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Welcome to Encompass Health Erie

We know that choosing where to receive care after a life-changing illness or injury is an important decision for you and your loved ones. At Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Erie, we are committed to helping you get back to what matters most. Located in Erie, we are a leading provider of inpatient rehabilitation for stroke, brain injury, hip fracture and other complex neurological and orthopedic conditions.

When you choose Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Erie for your rehabilitation, you receive compassionate care from an expert team of physical, occupational and speech therapists; physicians; nurses; dietitians; pharmacists; and case managers who work together to create a plan to help you meet your unique goals.

At our hospital you will receive:

  • Three hours of therapy, five days per week
  • 24/7 nursing care, including nurses who specialize in rehabilitation
  • Frequent visits from a physician*

*We provide access to independent physicians.

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Better Rehabilitation Starts Here

Each patient’s recovery is different. At Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Erie, our expert clinicians combine the latest technologies, real-world simulations and advanced therapies into a treatment plan that helps you achieve what’s important to you. Our specialties include but are not limited to:

 

 

Superior Amenities at Our Hospitals

60 Beds

Televisions

Telephones

Free WiFi

Courtyard

Service animals allowed

Student observation hours

Interpreter services

Spanish translators available

Tours available

Support groups

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We Proudly Display Our Gold Seal of Approval™

Stroke Rehabilitation

Our hospital has earned The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval® for Disease-Specific Care Certification in stroke rehabilitation.

Brain Injury Rehabilitation

Our hospital has earned The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval® for Disease-Specific Care Certification in brain injury rehabilitation.

Parkinson's Disease Rehabilitation

Our hospital has earned The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval® for Disease-Specific Care Certification in Parkinson's disease.

Leadership and Staff

Amy Smith
AMY SMITH, DNP, RN, ACNS-BC, FACHE

Chief Executive Officer

Amy joined Encompass Health in June 2023 as chief executive officer.

Amy joined Encompass Health in June 2023 as chief executive officer. A native of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, Amy brings more than 30 years of clinical and leadership experience in healthcare. Amy holds a bachelor's degree in nursing from the University of Pittsburgh, a master's degree in nursing from Gannon University, and a doctorate in nursing practice from Duquesne University. A Fellow of the American College of Healthcare Executives, Amy also maintains licensure and board certification as a clinical nurse specialist in adult health.

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Corey Hickey
Corey Hickey, DO

Medical Director

Dr. Hickey serves as the physical medicine and rehabilitation (PMR) program director at Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Erie.

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.

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Jaclyn Bojewski-Hornyak
Jaclyn Bojewski-Hornyak

Director of Pharmacy

Dr. Jaclyn Bojewski-Hornyak joined Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Erie in March 2022.

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.

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Maureen Blackman
Maureen Blackman

Director of Therapy Operations

Maureen brings over ten years of clinical experience within the inpatient rehab and home health care settings.

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.

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Shana DeBoe
SHANA DE BOE

Director of Case Management

Shana joined the Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Erie team as the director of case management.

Shana joined the Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Erie team as the director of case management. Shana has more than 32 years of nursing experience encompassing acute care, long-term, rehabilitation and home care environments. She possesses exceptional skills in clinical assessment, treatment, care plan development, documentation, education and leadership. Shana is also dedicated to providing patients and their families with the highest quality of care possible and has an outstanding reputation for customer service excellence.

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Lori Gibbens
Lori Gibbens

Controller

Lori has served as the hospital's controller since 2005 and has been an employee of the hospital since 1991.

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.

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Donna Huckno
Donna Huckno, MSN, RN, CCM

Business Development Director

Donna was promoted to business development director in April 2020.

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).

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Lindsay Kopac
Lindsay Kopac

Director of Human Resources

Lindsay began her career at Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Erie in 2012 as the Human Resources Assistant.

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.

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Sandra Mc Carthy
DR. SANDRA J. MCCARTHY, DNP, MSN, MSOL, RN

Chief Nursing Officer

Sandra brings with her a wealth of experience.

Sandra brings a wealth of experience to her role as chief nursing officer. She has been responsible for supervising staff, overseeing clinical operations and ensuring positive results for all nursing personnel and other direct reports. Additionally, she has provided interim support in areas such as change management and supported staff through professional development to help them grow and seek new opportunities. With a focus on recognizing diversity in staff, Sandra has created a professional environment for all team members.

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Nadine Nick
Nadine Nick

Director of Quality/Risk

Nadine was promoted to quality/risk director in September 2020.

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.

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