Traveling LPN for Group Homes — IDD Nursing

Merakey; Hatboro (Montgomery County); On-site; USD 37,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

Retirement plan

DailyPay

Well-being platform

Backup care access

EAP

Tuition reimbursement

Employee discounts

Online learning

Job summary

Merakey is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse to join our Adult IDD team. The role begins at our Warminster facility and includes travel to group homes across Bucks, Montgomery, and Philadelphia counties to provide direct nursing care and coordinate care plans.

The nurse will perform nursing assessments, administer medications, update MARs, educate staff, and collaborate with healthcare professionals to ensure high-quality care for residents with developmental and physical disabilities.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited practical/vocational nursing program.
• Current license as an LPN in the Commonwealth of PA.
• Preferably, at least one year of experience as an LPN.
• Possession of a current and valid PA driver's license, along with reliable transportation.
• Physical capability to lift up to 50lbs occasionally, up to 20lbs frequently, and up to 10lbs continuously.

Responsibilities

• Visit group homes, deliver medications, update MARs and Treatment Logs, and conduct nursing assessments.
• Identify health issues and document actions to resolution.
• Review and administer physician's orders accurately.
• Coordinate care with healthcare professionals and report to nursing supervisor.
• Provide health education to residents and families.
• Conduct in-service training for staff on protocols and procedures.
• Respond to psychiatric emergencies and maintain composure in emergencies.
• Travel to group homes as a visiting nurse and perform quarterly physical assessments and monthly breast exams.

Skills

Group home visiting

Medication administration

Nursing assessments

Staff training

Education

LPN license (PA)

Practical nursing program graduate

Job description

Merakey is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse to join our Adult IDD team. The role begins at our Warminster facility and includes travel to group homes across Bucks, Montgomery, and Philadelphia counties to provide direct nursing care and coordinate care plans.

The nurse will perform nursing assessments, administer medications, update MARs, educate staff, and collaborate with healthcare professionals to ensure high-quality care for residents with developmental and physical disabilities.