What are the responsibilities and job description for the Licensed Vocational Nurse position at Merakey?
Licensed Vocational Nurse
The LVN provides direct nursing care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse and ensures implementation of physician orders, coordination of medical appointments, and continuity of care for individuals with complex medical needs.
Shift: 1st Shift, Wed-Sat 7a-3p
Compensation: $31.11-$33.15 per hour, based on experience
At Merakey our LVN's are expected to work the floor with DSPs as a part of ratio as needed, they also aid in training the DSP staff on various medical needs and care plans.
Key Responsibilities
- Administer medications and treatments as ordered
- Monitor vital signs, blood glucose, seizure activity, skin integrity, and
overall health status
- Provide skilled nursing care within LVN scope of practice
- Schedule and coordinate routine and specialty medical appointments
- Ensure medical documentation accompanies residents to appointments
- Receive, process, and implement physician orders promptly and accurately
- Track follow-up appointments, labs, and referrals to ensure completion
- Maintain accurate MARs and clinical documentation
- Report changes in condition to RN and medical providers
- Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings
- Respond appropriately to medical emergencies
This is a structured, team-based environment where nurses are supported and empowered to deliver high-quality care.
Benefits
Merakey offers generous benefits that promote well-being, financial security, and work-life balance, including:
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus access to healthcare advocacy support.
- Retirement plan -- both pre-tax and Roth (after-tax) options available for employee contributions.
- DailyPay -- access your pay when you need it!
- On the Goga well-being platform, featuring self-care tools and resources.
- Access Care.com for backup childcare, elder care, and household services.
- Confidential counseling, legal, and financial services through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
- Tuition reimbursement and educational partnerships.
- Employee discounts and savings programs on entertainment, travel, and lifestyle.
- Access to Pryor Online Learning for free online personal development classes.
Learn more about our full benefits package - https://www.merakey.org/careers/benefits
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:
The ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications:
- Valid California LVN license
- Experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities preferred
- Must be 18 years of age or older
- Valid driver’s license required
Must be willing to assist with ADLs and other household duties as assigned
Salary : $31 - $33