Licensed Practical Nurse

M - F noon - 8:00 PM or 12:30 PM - 8:30 PM Requirements The ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications: Graduation from an accredited practical/vocational nursing program. 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. Description We are seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse to join our Adult IDD team. Each day will start at our facility in Warminster and then work at our group homes located in Bucks, Montgomery, and Philadelphia counties. 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. Your responsibilities will include traveling to our group homes, clinical assessments, monitoring acuity, teaching staff on residents' care plan and medical needs, delivering medications to group homes, updating MAR and Treatment logs. Earn: $32 / hour + Enhanced Pay Eligible. 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 + $6.00 per hour Shift: M-F noon - 8:00 PM or 12:30 PM - 8:30 PM. 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. 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. 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