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LVN/RN

Recovery Unplugged,LLC

Austin, TX

Posted Jul 30

Shift
Days
Unit
Psych

What the listing says

Role

Schedule
Days · 3 a week
Weekends
Weekends required
Term
Per Diem
Setting
Behavioral Health
Accepts
LVN

Ratio not posted. Ask in the interview.

Pay

Against the board
This role$27/hr
nursing in Texas$35/hr

The median for nursing in Texas is $35/hr, across 709 postings. It covers every nursing role in the state, so it is a bearing, not a like-for-like comparison.

About this role

**Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) or Registered Nurse (RN) - Behavioral Health**

**Full-Time Friday, Saturday, Sunday

**Pay:** $27.00 - $34.00 per hour

**Join Our Team at Recovery Unplugged!**

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Recovery Unplugged Behavioral Health is a nationally recognized leader in addiction and mental health treatment, combining evidence-based clinical care with the healing power of music. We are committed to helping individuals achieve lasting recovery and improved well-being through innovative, compassionate care.

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) to join our nursing team. This role is responsible for providing direct patient care, conducting nursing assessments, administering medications, and supporting individuals receiving behavioral health and substance use treatment services.

**Key Responsibilities**

  • Conduct nursing assessments and provide appropriate nursing interventions.
  • Monitor, assess, and document patient health status, vital signs, and treatment progress.
  • Perform admission and triage assessments to determine the appropriateness of treatment services.
  • Administer medications and treatments in accordance with physician orders, nursing standards, and company policies.
  • Maintain accurate and timely documentation in the electronic medical record.
  • Collaborate with physicians, nurse practitioners, registered nurses, therapists, and other members of the treatment team.
  • Participate in treatment planning and support continuity of care.
  • Monitor medication administration practices and ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements.
  • Maintain patient and staff safety through adherence to infection control, medication management, and safety protocols.
  • Respond appropriately to medical and behavioral health emergencies.
  • Provide compassionate, patient-centered care that supports recovery and wellness.

**Schedule Requirements**

  • Full-time day shift
  • Weekends
  • Ability to work flexible schedules, including days, evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays as needed.

**Why Recovery Unplugged?**

  • Competitive compensation.
  • Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance.
  • 401(k) with Company Match.
  • Paid Time Off.
  • Employee Referral Program.
  • Professional growth and advancement opportunities.
  • Supportive and collaborative work environment.
  • Opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of individuals seeking recovery and wellness.

If you are passionate about helping others and want to be part of an innovative organization transforming behavioral healthcare, we encourage you to apply today.

Requirements

**Qualifications**

  • Active Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) license in the applicable state.
  • Experience in behavioral health, mental health, substance use treatment, addiction medicine, or related healthcare settings preferred.
  • Strong clinical assessment and critical-thinking skills.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
  • Knowledge of medication administration and nursing best practices.
  • Commitment to providing compassionate, high-quality patient care.

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Requirements

  • Active Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) license in the applicable state.
  • Experience in behavioral health, mental health, substance use treatment, addiction medicine, or related healthcare settings preferred.
  • Strong clinical assessment and critical-thinking skills.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
  • Knowledge of medication administration and nursing best practices.
  • Commitment to providing compassionate, high-quality patient care.

Place

City
Austin, TX
Median rent
$1,729/mo

rent and tenant-paid utilities · Census ACS 2024

Local household income
$93,658/yr

all local households, not nurse pay · Census ACS 2024

Metro price level
2% below the national average

Austin area index 98.1, where 100 is the national average.

Austin blends Texas charm with live-music energy, outdoor living along Lady Bird Lake, and a booming tech-driven economy. Nurses relocating here will find a sun-sooked city where food trucks, hiking trails, and a friendly, fast-growing community define the lifestyle.

Map showing the location of Austin, TX
Approximate location in Austin, TX. · © Mapbox © OpenStreetMap· Open the live map

Cost figures from U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis · 2024 metro Regional Price Parities · Census ACS 2024.

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Psychiatric is open from year one. Behavioral health spans inpatient, emergency, and community settings.

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