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LVN (PRN)Alpharus Health is a national nonprofit behavioral health provider dedicated to helping people build healthier lives. For nearly 60 years, we have provided substance use and mental health treatment that helps individuals, families, and communities find healing, hope, and lasting wellbeing. Our mission is simple: We help people build healthier lives. By combining clinical expertise with a person-centered approach, we help people build the skills, resilience, and support systems needed to create meaningful, lasting change.Consider joining our team, where your impact can be truly meaningful. Our organization focuses on delivering high quality clinical services as a recognized leader in evidence-based treatment proven to get results. By joining our team, you'll be working for an organization that values you and aims to be an employer of choice. You can expect to be part of a vibrant culture that emphasizes teamwork and professional growth. When you join us, you'll discover personal and professional fulfillment by aligning your career with your values.We are honored to offer behavioral healthcare services in Corrections. Perks of working in correctional healthcare include:Opportunity to make a positive impact on a marginalized populationExposure to diverse patient demographicsFocus on driving change, tracking progress, and improving careDevelopment of skills in a unique healthcare settingLocation: Atascocita - 2310 1/2 Atascocita Rd. Humble, TX 77396About Our Atascocita Location (Harris County): Alpharus Health's largest facility, Atascocita is a residential correctional center focused solely on substance use treatment for court-ordered clients. With 12 buildings and nearly 500 clients, the facility provides a structured, secure environment without armed guards. Staff work collaboratively in a team of 170, including counselors, probation officers, and support staff. The location is undergoing major renovations to become a state-of-the-art treatment center. We foster a supportive culture with team-building activities, recognition programs, and a strong mission-driven focus on recovery and rehabilitation.LVN responsibilities include:Conducts comprehensive nursing assessment of clients' medical needsConfers with clinical team members to develop care plansImplements plans and case management to address identified needsPerforms triage, and routine or complex treatmentsServes as member of treatment team by reporting client observations and evaluations of medical problemsAdministers prescribed medicationsConducts educational classes and seminars for clients and staff concerning health, medical issues, infection control and so forthMaintains required client charts, documents and records related to assessment, diagnoses, and treatmentsAssists physicians in conducting examinations and treatmentsJob Requirements:Associate's degree in NursingTwo years related experience in a social service environmentCurrent State license as a Vocational NurseWorking knowledge of the principles of physical growth and development and psychosocial developmentAbility to manage client health care activities, and work independently in developing and implementing appropriate responses to identified medical needsStrong analytical skills necessary to evaluate medical needs, implement and document nursing care plans, and develop solutions to difficult problems concerning clients' mental or physical well-beingStrong communication skills to obtain assessment information, instruct clients and elicit their cooperation in managing their care, conduct educational classes, and maintain effective working relationships and contacts with other employees and health care professionalsPhysical Requirements:Normal or corrected vision and some color visionCommunication abilities necessary to gather and exchange information with clients and staff in person or by telephone, provide care instructions, and schedule appointmentsAbility to respond to telephone, pages and intercomsManual dexterity necessary to manipulate instruments and syringes, apply bandages or sterile wipes, and accept and pass instruments and specimens; and touch sensitivity necessary to detect pulse, palpate body areas, and perform treatments with minimal client discomfortAbility to use a keyboard and video display terminal to receive, retrieve, and/or audit information and data on a regular basisAbility to stoop and bend, ability to reach and grab with arms and hands, and ability to walk and move about for up to two hours at a timeCompensation: $28.00 per hourAlpharus Health conducts annual performance reviews, with merit increase eligibility determined by employee performance and organizational financial performance.Benefits at Alpharus Health:Medical, dental, and vision insurance for employees and dependentsEmployee wellness program promoting health and fitness and offering cash-saving premiumsEmployee assistance programs focused on mental health403(b) Retirement Plan with 3% employer matchShort-term and Long-term Disability and Life and AD&D Insurance paid for by AlpharusFlexible Spending Accounts for medical and dependent carePublic Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)18 paid time off days per year – accrual rates increase with years of service9 paid company holidaysTraining & Development ProgramsTuition Reimbursement - up to $5,250 per calendar yeareLearning access to online courses that provide CEU's and job-related trainingClinical Supervision: Formal and informal guidanceAlpharus Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Race/Color/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Vets.