Licensed Vocational Nurse

Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) / Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Location: Facility / Group Home / Office-Based Environment

Compensation: $35.00-$38.00 per hour, depending on experience

Position Summary

The Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) / Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) provides direct nursing care and clinical support to individuals receiving services, under the supervision of a Registered Nurse and/or licensed physician, in accordance with California Board of Vocational Nursing and Psychiatric Technicians (BVNPT) regulations. This role includes skilled nursing care, health monitoring, and specialized experience supporting individuals with Type 1 and Type 2 Diabetes, ensuring safe, compliant, and person-centered care.

Work Environment

Indoor work environment approximately 75% or more of the time with adequate ventilation and climate control.

Key Responsibilities

• Provides direct nursing care and ongoing health monitoring under appropriate clinical supervision, in compliance with BVNPT standards and physician orders
• Delivers diabetes-related nursing care including blood glucose monitoring, insulin administration, oral medication administration, symptom recognition, and documentation for individuals with Type 1 and Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
• Implements individualized care plans, treatments, and medical protocols as ordered by licensed providers
• Coordinates medical appointments, specialty care, and follow-up services for individuals receiving care
• Provides on-site clinical support, assessments, and interventions as within LVN scope of practice
• Collaborates closely with the Program Director, Administrator, and interdisciplinary team to ensure health, safety, and regulatory compliance
• Educates and supports direct care staff on medical protocols, medication administration, diabetes management practices, and emergency response procedures
• Communicates appropriately with family members, guardians, healthcare providers, and external stakeholders as needed
• Represents the organization at medical appointments, interdisciplinary meetings, and external conferences as assigned
• Maintains knowledge of program regulations and assists with preparation for licensure reviews, audits, and surveys
• Participates in on-call rotation to support medical needs outside of regular business hours
• Completes accurate, timely documentation in accordance with organizational and regulatory standards
• Performs additional related duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Current California LVN/LPN license in good standing
• Demonstrated experience supporting individuals with Type 1 and Type 2 Diabetes preferred
• Knowledge of medication administration, chronic disease management, and supportive behavioral health environments

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.

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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 & EXPERIENCE

LVN or LPN CA license; valid driver's license; 1year experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities and/or mental health issues; experience working in a residential environment preferred

Education/License/Certification(s):

• Associate Degree
• License Certification
• Certification

Experience: Minimum Required

• 1 - 3 years