LVN

Merakey

1d • Onsite

About The Position

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.

Requirements

• Current California LVN/LPN license in good standing
• LVN or LPN CA license
• valid driver’s license
• 1 year experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities and/or mental health issues
• Knowledge of medication administration, chronic disease management, and supportive behavioral health environments

Nice To Haves

• Demonstrated experience supporting individuals with Type 1 and Type 2 Diabetes preferred
• experience working in a residential environment preferred

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

Benefits

• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees