RN / LPN (PRN)

Alpharus Health•Springfield, IL

7d•$25 - $47•Onsite

About The Position

Alpharus Health is a national nonprofit behavioral health provider offering substance use and mental health treatment. This position is based at the Alpharus Health Residential Substance Use Treatment Facility in Springfield, Illinois, and may be filled by a Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN). The RN manages nursing duties throughout clients’ treatment, collaborates on individualized treatment plans, administers medications, maintains records, and provides health-related education. The LPN supports direct nursing care, medication monitoring, health screenings, examinations, treatments, and documentation. Compensation depends on experience and credentials. The listed hourly ranges are $24.74–$32.28 for LPNs and $32.00–$46.87 for RNs. Starting rates depend on experience, qualifications, and relevant skills. Annual performance reviews are conducted, with merit increase eligibility based on employee performance and organizational financial performance.

Requirements

Current license as a Registered Nurse in the state of hire (RN).
At least 2 years of work experience in a social service environment or related field (RN).
Current state-required licensure as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Vocational Practice Nurse (VPN).
High school diploma (LPN).
Completion of 12–18 months of post-high-school training at an approved, accredited practical or vocational nursing school, including pharmacology coursework necessary to administer medications (LPN).
Ability to work under minimal supervision when administering medications, conducting assessments, and performing treatments (LPN).
Knowledge of health problems related to substance use and recovery, normally acquired through one to two years of related experience (LPN).
Interpersonal skills to interact with clients, families, staff, and physicians, and to demonstrate empathy and sensitivity that elicit cooperation and minimize apprehension (LPN).
Analytical ability to gather and interpret assessment data, provide treatment according to established protocols, complete documentation, and determine appropriate referrals (LPN).
Physical ability to read instruments and evaluate symptoms and injuries; communicate in person and by telephone; proofread and read reports; respond to telephone, pages, and intercoms; manipulate instruments and syringes and perform treatments; and use a keyboard and video display terminal.
Depending on the assigned center, ability to drive a vehicle to various locations.
Desirable ability to stoop and bend, reach and grab with arms and hands, and walk and move about for up to two hours at a time.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Nursing (RN).
Concurrent experience with the relevant client population (adult, youth, or outpatient) (RN).

Responsibilities

Manage and execute nursing duties from client admission through program completion (RN).
Consult with clinical team members to develop and implement individualized substance use treatment plans (RN).
Pursue continual improvement of the nursing function in accordance with ethical and regulatory standards (RN).
Administer medications and assist physicians with examinations and treatments as warranted (RN).
Maintain required client records related to assessments, diagnoses, and treatments (RN).
Conduct educational classes and seminars for clients and staff on health, medical issues, infection control, and related topics (RN).
Monitor clients self-administering medications and observe their reactions to medication (LPN).
Work with an RN to provide direct nursing care according to physician orders, nursing care plans, or established protocols (LPN).
Conduct initial health screenings and assessments of clients’ medical needs (LPN).
Assist physicians with client examinations or treatments (LPN).
Chart vital signs, treatments performed, and medications administered, and maintain records (LPN).
Perform other duties as assigned (RN).

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance for employees and dependents.
Employee wellness program promoting health and fitness and offering cash-saving premiums.
Employee assistance programs focused on mental health.
403(b) retirement plan with 3% employer match.
Short-term and long-term disability insurance, and life and AD&D insurance paid for by Alpharus.
Flexible Spending Accounts for medical and dependent care.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF).
18 paid time off days per year, with accrual rates increasing with years of service.
9 paid company holidays.
Training and development programs.
Tuition reimbursement up to $5,250 per calendar year.
eLearning access to online courses providing CEUs and job-related training.
Formal and informal clinical supervision.