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 a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join our Mobile Methadone Clinic team in Philadelphia, PA. This posting is for PRN, first shift, weekends 8:00am - 12:00pm.

 

We are a Mobile Methadone Clinic for high-risk adults in need of same-day care that is not an emergency in Philadelphia. We are 100% community-based conducting mobile engagement and the first of its kind in the City of Philadelphia! We serve individuals with substance use concerns by providing Mobile Methadone Maintenance Treatment (MMT) and Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT).

 

The LPN will administer medication and therapeutic treatments per the physician's orders. Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following.

Administer/dispense methadone per State and Federal Guidelines Ensure adequate recording of the administration/dispensing transaction Ensure that the treatment plan of the physician and/or medical director is being followed  Assess client response to treatment and medication dosage/interactions    Maintain all medical records including but not limited to individual charts, daily medication charts, dosage records, progress notes, Doctor’s orders, etc., as required Monitor tuberculosis, HIV, and HepC testing for all patients and assigned units, including making outside referrals when necessary  Provides emergency care as needed (CPR, PMAB, Emergency Medications)

Benefits

Merakey offers competitive compensation plans and more!

DailyPay Work/Life Balance Flexible Schedules Cell Phone Discount Plans Employee Referral Bonuses

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!