Job Description

Licensed Vocational Nurse

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 Full Time Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) to join our team at our program in Yuba City, CA.

Earn $33.00 -$35.00 per hour, depending on experience

As a MH/BH/IDD Licensed Vocational Nurse you will be coordinating services and care in a community based program. While working under the supervision of an RN the LVN 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.

• Providing insulin and following diabetic orders.
• Chart and MAR reviews.
• Medication reorders and coordination with pharmacies/providers.
• Participation in community outings and appointments.
• Collaboration with families, conservators, and IDT team members.
• Support implementation of behavioral and medical care plans.
• Provide Type 1 diabetes management
• Schedule medical appointments

Benefits

Merakey offers benefits tailored to support your unique work arrangements.

• DailyPay -- access your pay when you need it!
• Retirement plan -- both pre-tax and Roth (after-tax) options available for employee contributions.
• Voluntary limited benefits offered through the American Worker. Offerings include limited* medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance. (*not a substitute for major medical insurance)
• Confidential counseling, legal, and financial services through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Enjoy our On the Goga well-being platform, featuring self-care tools and resources.
• Employee discounts and savings programs on entertainment, travel, and lifestyle.
• Access to Pryor Online Learning for free online personal development classes.

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

REQUIREMENTS

• Active and unrestricted CA LVN license.
• Valid driver's license.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE

• Behavioral health or residential experience.
• Type 1 diabetes management experience.
• Insulin administration.
• Familiarity with Dexcom continuous glucose monitoring system.
• Developmental disability services.