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Merakey Allegheny Valley School
Licensed Practical Nurse
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What they do
A Licensed Practical Nurse or Vocational Nurse provides basic medical care under the direction of registered nurses and other healthcare specialists. The tasks that they are permitted to perform vary by state, but usually include changing bandages, checking blood pressure, or helping feed patients. May work in hospitals, nursing homes, or other healthcare facilities.
$65,024 / year median in Pennsylvania
+10% projected growth
Job Description
Are you looking for an opportunity to advance your career while working with an extraordinary team? At Merakey, we put our heart and soul into everything we do. We are seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse to join our team at our program in Bucks, Montgomery, and Philadelphia counties.
The ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications: Current license as an LPN in the Commonwealth of PA. Preferably, at least one year of experience as an LPN. Genuine interest in working with individuals with physical and developmental disabilities. Possession of a current and valid PA driver's license, along with reliable transportation. Physical capability to comfortably exert up to 50lbs occasionally, and/or up to 20lbs frequently, and/or up to 10lbs continuously.
Earn:
$32 / hour + Enhanced Pay Eligible. NEW Shift Differentials Monday- Thursday | 2:30 PM
- 7:00 AM+ $4.00 per hour Friday 2:30 PM
- Saturday 7:00 AM+ $4.00 per hour Saturday 6:30 AM
- Monday 7:00 AM+ $6.
Shift:
M-F noon- 8:00 PM or 12:30 PM
- 8:30 PM As a Licensed Practical Nurse (Group Home Visiting Nurse) at AVS Merakey, you'll provide direct nursing care to individuals with developmental and physical disabilities.
Essential Job Functions:
Visit group homes, deliver medications, update MARs and Treatment Logs, conduct nursing assessments on residents to identify for signs and symptoms of illness, and report findings to the nursing supervisor. Identify health issues and follow through to resolution, while documenting all actions. Review, transcribe, and administer physician's orders accurately. Collaborate with various healthcare professionals and specialists to coordinate care, while keeping the nursing supervisor informed. Provide health education to residents and their families. Conduct effective in-service training for staff to ensure compliance with protocols and procedures. Utilize the least restrictive approaches to behavior management and demonstrate knowledge of psychiatric emergencies. Respond effectively to emergency situations in a calm, constructive, and positive manner. Perform general nursing duties, including traveling to group homes as a visiting nurse, conduct quarterly physical assessments, and monthly breast exam. Interested in hearing directly from our nurses? Click the link below to read why they love working forMerakey AVS:
https://merakey.goodseeker.com/c/merakey/featured/nursing-with-heart 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
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The ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications: Current license as an LPN in the Commonwealth of PA. Preferably, at least one year of experience as an LPN. Genuine interest in working with individuals with physical and developmental disabilities. Possession of a current and valid PA driver's license, along with reliable transportation. Physical capability to comfortably exert up to 50lbs occasionally, and/or up to 20lbs frequently, and/or up to 10lbs continuously.
Benefits
- Financial Aid/Assistance
- Other Retirement and Savings
- Health and Wellness Programs
- Health Insurance