Registered Nurse - 1st shift

Merakey·Coraopolis, Pennsylvania

$40 - $40/hrFull Time On Site 0-2 yrsPosted 25 days ago

Practice for this role

Registered Nurse - 1st shift · $40 - $40/hr

How this role compares

Computed from live listings

+29% vs. median posted rate for nursing roles in Coraopolis, Pennsylvania ($31.00/hr)

28 similar openings in the Coraopolis area · median $31.00/hr

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this role: $40.00/hrmedian $31.00/hr

Shaded band: the middle 50% of posted nursing roles in Coraopolis, Pennsylvania rates. This role sits in the 73rd percentile.

About the role

Pay for this role is about 29% above the Coraopolis, Pennsylvania median for nursing roles.

The Registered Nurse will provide direct clinical care to adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, including medication administration and respiratory treatments. They are responsible for completing clinical assessments and managing acute medical conditions within residential settings.

Merakey is seeking a Registered Nurse who will make an impact on the lives of adults living with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities.

Schedule

M -
F 6:30
AM - 3:00 PM

Base Pay • Standard base rate

$38.00 per hour
Optional
Enhanced
Pay: + $2.00 per hour (for full-time employees opting out of our primary medical/dental/vision)

Program Description

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 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.

Position Description

The nurse will work on the AVS campus with 5 residential buildings and 6 group homes totaling 107 residents. The nurse will provide direct nursing care to adults with developmental and physical disabilities by completing clinical assessments, administering medications, acute medical emergent conditions, providing enteral feedings as well as respiratory treatments and care.

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.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a current Registered Nurse license in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. One year of nursing experience is preferred, along with a genuine interest in supporting individuals with physical and developmental disabilities.

professional certificate
Documentation
Medication administration
Patient monitoring
Intellectual disabilities support
Nursing care
Clinical assessments
Developmental disabilities support
Respiratory treatments
Acute medical care
Enteral feedings

Posting details

Employment type: Full Time
Work arrangement: On Site
Experience: 0-2 yrs
Salary: $40 - $40/hr
Location: Coraopolis, Pennsylvania
Posted: Aug 15, 2026
Application: Employer website

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