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License Vocational Nurse

Merakey logoMerakey$40.00–$41.00/hrEscondido, CAFull-TimeAdded today
  • LPN / LVN license
  • Driver's license

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This posting states $40–$41 an hour. Open registered nurse jobs in California post a median of $68.77 an hour, the middle half $61–$78.21, across 2,117 jobs that state their pay, so this one is below the middle half of what they post. Registered nurses employed in California earn a median of $67.44 an hour (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics), according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2025) (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics).

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About the job

Licensed Vocational Nurse

Merakey is seeking a Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) to support 1:1 individuals with developmental disabilities and complex behavior/medical needs in a residential EBSH setting.

Earn: $40.00-$41.00 per hour

Shift: Sunday through Thursday from 2pm-10pm

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE

  • Behavioral health or residential experience.
  • Type 1 Diabetes management experience.
  • Insulin administration.
  • Familiarity with Dexcom continuous glucose monitoring systems.
  • Developmental disability services.

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Providing insulin and following diabetic orders.
  • Chart and MAR reviews.
  • Medication reorders and coordination with pharmacies/providers.
  • Nursing 1:1 support for resident.
  • Participation in community outings and appointments.
  • Collaboration with families, conservators, and IDT team members.
  • Support implementation of behavioral and medical care plans.

We are looking for a compassionate, organized nurse who enjoys hands-on care and working as part of a collaborative team.

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.

Learn more about our full benefits package - https://www.merakey.org/careers/benefits

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

REQUIREMENTS

  • Active California LVN license.
  • Valid driver's license.
  • Strong communication and teamwork skills.
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively.

From Merakey's job posting, checked 5 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.

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