Merakey·Hummelstown, Pennsylvania
The LPN provides direct nursing care to adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities in a 17-bed facility. Key duties include completing clinical assessments, recording seizure activity, and administering medications.
Merakey is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse for our program in Hummelstown, PA who will make an impact on the lives of adults living with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities.
Merakey Allegheny Valley School (Merakey AVS) is a non-profit organization which provides homes and a full range of services to adults with all levels of intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). The majority of the nearly 800 individuals that we support are diagnosed with severe or profound IDD. In addition, most of the people we serve have multiple physical disabilities, extensive medical complications and may require supports for challenging behaviors.
The LPN will work on the AVS campus in a 17-bed facility. The nurse will provide direct nursing care to persons with developmental and physical disabilities by completing clinical assessments, recording seizure activity as needed, and administering medications.
$29.00 per hour
Learn more about our full benefits package - https://www.merakey.org/careers/benefits [https://www.merakey.org/careers/benefits]
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!
Candidates must hold a current LPN license in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. One year of experience is preferred, along with a valid PA driver's license and a genuine interest in working with the IDD population.
Market context
Licensed Practical Nurse roles in Pennsylvania are typically supported by steady demand across hospitals, long-term care, and outpatient settings. Competition often centers on current licensure readiness, familiarity with health and safety standards, and comfort with basic computer systems and team-based care. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save research time, then confirm your diploma, policy comprehension, and collaboration examples before applying.
