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Merakey·Baton Rouge, Louisiana
Registered Nurse · $38 - $38/hr
Computed from live listings
Shaded band: the middle 50% of posted nursing roles in Baton Rouge, Louisiana rates. This role sits in the 75th percentile.
Pay for this role is about 46% above the Baton Rouge, Louisiana median for nursing roles.
The nurse is responsible for medical and medication monitoring, education, and providing support functions for the ACT/FACT team. They will assist in treatment, substance abuse services, and crisis intervention under clinical supervision.
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 Registered Nurse (RN) to join our team at our program in Baton Rouge, LA.
Earn $35.99/hour with full benefits or $37.99/hour with the enhanced pay option + $7,500/yearly mileage stipend
The ACT/FACT team nurse acts as a team player and shares in the responsibility of carrying out rehabilitation and support functions and assisting in treatment, substance abuse services, education, support and consultation to families and crisis intervention services under the clinical supervision of staff with professional degrees. The nurse is specifically responsible for medical and medication monitoring and education for those on the ACT/FACT team.
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 Louisiana Nursing License and a valid driver's license with reliable transportation. The role requires the ability to work in a community setting with individuals diagnosed with SMIs and co-occurring disorders.
Market context
Registered Nurse openings in Louisiana often reflect steady demand in hospitals and birth-care settings, especially where Nursery, NICU, and Labor & Delivery experience is valued. These roles are competitive because employers look for an active Louisiana RN license, CPR certification, and quick follow-through on NRP after hire. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your license status and NRP timeline before applying.