LPN

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 1532 W. Champlost Street, Philadelphia, PA 19141 location.

Earn $32.78/hr.! 

This role is Monday - Friday 8a - 4p.

Position Details

Under the guidance of the Program Director, the LPN will provide for the well-being of the individuals being served within the EAC. Administer medications and therapeutic treatment orders. Train residents in self-administration of medications. Monitor and document weight, respiration, and blood pressure. Participate in leading and co-leading therapeutic groups. Documentation and reporting of all necessary records and progress notes. Provide a framework for a safe learning experience in the environment. Provide information, guidance, and foster growth and development. Facilitate implementation of the specific program and individual routines while serving as a role model for staff. Compliance and enforcement of all established agency policies and those delineated by the State and County regulations.

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!

The ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications:

• Graduate of an accredited LPN nursing program. 
• Current license as LPN in Commonwealth of PA. 
• Must be able to work with adults with mental disorders.
• Must have a minimum of one year of experience with adults. 
• Must attend required pre-service and ongoing training. 
• Must provide proof of LPN certification renewals.