Licensed Practical Nurse

Merakey; Coraopolis (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 39,950 - 48,216; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

DailyPay

Retirement plan options

Employee discounts on lifestyle and travel

Online learning resources

Job summary

Merakey is hiring a Nurse in Coraopolis, PA, to deliver essential nursing care to adults with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities. Responsibilities include conducting assessments, administering medications, and managing acute conditions. The ideal candidate holds an LPN license in Pennsylvania and has a genuine interest in supporting individuals with disabilities. A competitive hourly wage of $35 is offered, with work schedules on weekends.

Employees benefit from various perks, including DailyPay, a retirement plan, and access to training resources.

Qualifications

• Must have a current license as an LPN in Pennsylvania.
• One year of experience in a similar role preferred.
• Interest in working with adults with disabilities is essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct nursing care to residents in a non-profit setting.
• Complete clinical assessments and administer medications.
• Manage acute medical conditions and provide necessary treatments.

Skills

Compassionate care

Nursing assessments

Medication administration

Respiratory treatment

Education

Current license as an LPN in Pennsylvania

Tools

Clinical assessment tools

Nursing documentation software

Job description

Merakey is seeking a Nurse who will make an impact on the lives of adults living with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities.

Earn$35 per hour (base $29 + shift differential) working Sat and Sun 6:30 AM - 7:00 PM

Program Description

Merakey AVS is a non-profit organization which provides homes and a full range of services to adults with all levels of intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). The majority of the individuals that we support are diagnosed with severe or profound IDD. In addition, most of the people we serve have multiple physical disabilities, extensive medical complications and may require supports for challenging behaviors.

Position Description

The nurse will work on the AVS campus with 5 residential buildings and 6 group homes totaling 107 residents. The nurse will provide direct nursing care to adults with developmental and physical disabilities by completing clinical assessments, administering medications, acute medical emergent conditions, providing enteral feedings as well as respiratory treatments and care.

Benefits

• DailyPay -- access your pay when you need it!
• Retirement plan -- both pre‑tax and Roth (after‑tax) options available for employee contributions.
• Voluntary limited benefits offered through the American Worker. Offerings include limited* medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance. (*not a substitute for major medical insurance)
• Confidential counseling, legal, and financial services through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Enjoy our On the Goga well-being platform, featuring self-care tools and resources.
• Employee discounts and savings programs on entertainment, travel, and lifestyle.
• Access to Pryor Online Learning for free online personal development classes.

About Merakey

Merakey is a non-profit provider of developmental, behavioral health, and education services. More than 8,000 employees provide support to nearly 40,000 individuals and families throughout 12 states across the country each year.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Merakey strictly follows a zero‑tolerance policy for abuse. Merakey is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer! We deeply value diversity and do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, ethnic background, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, or disability status. Moreover, we are committed to creating teams that reflect the diversity of the communities we serve and encourage applicants from underrepresented backgrounds to apply. Merakey welcomes all Veterans to apply!

Ideal Candidate Qualifications

• Current license as an LPN in the Commonwealth of PA.
• One year of experience as an LPN preferred.
• Genuine interest in working with individuals with physical and developmental disabilities.
• A current and valid PA driver's license and reliable transportation may be required.