Licensed Vocational Nurse at Merakey Education Autism Services

, California, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

15 Apr, 26

Salary

40.0

Posted On

15 Jan, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Licensed Vocational Nurse, Nursing Experience, Community Setting, Challenging Behaviors, Mental Health Issues, Medical Needs Coordination, Assessment, Treatment, Health Issue Resolution, Transportation

Industry

Non-profit Organizations

Description

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 Vocational Nurse (LVN) to join our team at our residential program in Sheridan, CA. Earn up to $40 per hour. As a MH/BH/IDD Licensed Vocational Nurse you will be coordinating services and care in a community-based program. The position is responsible for overall medical needs of assigned individuals in our program. Performs nursing duties including assessment, treatment and follow through resolution of all health issues. To fill out an on-line application: www.merakey.org/careers [http://www.merakey.org/careers] 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 [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. [https://youtu.be/MD3KtxmS7qo] 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: * Licensed Vocational Nurse certificate required * A minimum of one year nursing experience is preferred. * Experience working with IDD population in a community setting is preferred. * Experience working with challenging behaviors/MH issues preferred. * A current LVN License and a genuine interest in working with individuals with physical and developmental disabilities. * In addition, a current and valid driver's license and reliable transportation may be required depending on the work location.

Responsibilities

The Licensed Vocational Nurse will coordinate services and care for individuals in a community-based program, addressing their overall medical needs. Responsibilities include performing nursing duties such as assessment, treatment, and resolution of health issues.