Licensed Practice Nurse (LPN) - Targeted Care Manger - Baton Rouge, LA

Required Qualifications:

• Must hold a current and unrestricted Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license in the state of Louisiana.
• Minimum of 2 years of related work experience.
• Experience working with individuals living with serious mental illness (SMI), substance use disorders (SUD), or co-occurring disorders is highly preferred.

Merakey is launching a brand-new program in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, and seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to help shape its success. At Merakey, we take a whole-person approach, integrating behavioral and physical care to help patients achieve overall wellness. Our interdisciplinary team provides compassionate, evidence-based care in a collaborative and inclusive environment. This role is perfect for a professional passionate about holistic healthcare, bridging mental and physical health services, and working within a multidisciplinary team.

We're seeking a compassionate and organized Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join our team as a Targeted Care Manager, providing person-centered care coordination for individuals with complex medical and behavioral health needs. In this role, you'll be instrumental in promoting whole-person wellness by improving access to services, supporting care transitions, and addressing social determinants of health.

Starting rate of $24.04 hour + mileage reimbursement

Location: 730 Colonial Drive Baton Rouge, Louisiana 70806

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct assessments and develop individualized care plans addressing medical, behavioral, and social needs.
• Coordinate services and facilitate communication among healthcare providers, clients, and families.
• Provide health education, medication support, and chronic condition coaching.
• Monitor client progress, adjust care strategies, and support transitions across care settings.
• Maintain accurate documentation and contribute to program evaluation and quality improvement.

This is a meaningful opportunity for an LPN passionate about whole-person care and community health. If you're ready to make a difference in the lives of individuals navigating complex health and social needs, we'd love to hear from you.

• Lived experience with mental health and/or substance use challenges and sustained personal recovery.
• Certified Peer Support Specialist or willingness to complete certification upon hire.
• Strong communication, active listening, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to maintain appropriate boundaries and handle sensitive information confidentially.
• Proficiency in using computers and electronic health records (EHR) preferred

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!