Licensed Practical Nurse

Merakey; Pottsville (Schuylkill County); On-site; Full time

Job summary

Merakey is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to provide direct nursing care to individuals with developmental and physical disabilities in Pottsville, PA. The ideal candidate should have a relevant nursing diploma, a current LPN license, and a passion for supporting those with disabilities. This full-time position offers competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package, including flexible schedules and tuition reimbursement.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance plans

DailyPay

Work/Life Balance

Flexible Schedules

Cell Phone Discount Plans

Employee Referral Bonuses

Tuition Reimbursement

Care.com Membership

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited practical/vocational nursing program.
• Current license as an LPN in the Commonwealth of PA.
• One year of experience as an LPN preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct nursing care to persons with developmental and physical disabilities.
• Complete clinical assessments and record seizure activity as needed.
• Administer medications.

Skills

Compassion

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Graduate from an accredited practical/vocational nursing program

Current license as an LPN in PA

Job description

Description

Are you looking for an opportunity to advance your career while working with an extraordinary team? At Merakey, we put heart and soul into everything we do. We are seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse to join our team at our program in Pottsville, PA.

As an LPN, you will provide direct nursing care to persons with developmental and physical disabilities by completing clinical assessments, recording seizure activity as needed, and administering medications.

New Rates:

Earn $29.00-$31.00/hour with the selection of the Enhanced Pay Option.

To fill out an online application: www.merakey.org/careers

Benefits

Merakey offers medical, dental, and vision insurance plans, competitive compensation plans, and more!

• DailyPay
• Work/Life Balance
• Flexible Schedules
• Cell Phone Discount Plans
• Employee Referral Bonuses
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Care.com Membership

About Merakey

Merakey is a non-profit provider of developmental, behavioral health, and education services. More than 8,000 employees support nearly 40,000 individuals and families across 12 states each year.Click here to watch a video about Merakey. Merakey strictly follows a zero-tolerance policy for abuse.

Merakey is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer! We value diversity and do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, ethnicity, sex, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, or disability. We are committed to creating diverse teams that reflect the communities we serve and encourage applicants from underrepresented backgrounds. Veterans are welcome to apply!

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications:

• Graduate from an accredited practical/vocational nursing program.
• 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.