Nurse RN or LPN

Merakey; Coraopolis (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 45,460 - 57,859; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

DailyPay

Retirement plan

Voluntary benefits

EAP access

Well-being platform

Employee discounts

Online learning

Job summary

Merakey AVS is seeking a nurse to provide direct care for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities on campus, across five residential buildings and six group homes.

You will perform clinical assessments, administer medications, manage acute conditions, and assist with enteral feedings and respiratory treatments; evening shifts run Tuesdays and Wednesdays from 6:30 PM to 7:00 AM.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Provide direct nursing care to adults with developmental and physical disabilities by completing clinical assessments, administering medications, and responding to acute medical conditions.
• Administer enteral feedings and respiratory treatments as needed.
• Collaborate with residential staff to monitor residents' health and safety.

Education

RN or LPN license in PA

Job description

Overview

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

Earn: $42 per hour (RN $38 plus $4 shift differential) or $33 per hour (LPN $29 plus $4 shift differential)

Shift: Tuesday and Wednesday 6:30 PM - 7:00 AM

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

Merakey offers benefits tailored to support your unique work arrangements.

• 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. 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 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!

Qualifications

• Current license as an RN or LPN in the Commonwealth of PA.
• One year of experience 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.