RN, Substance Abuse Unit

Harsha Recovery Center

Merrillville, Indiana

Eligibility: PsychiatryBehavioral HealthAddiction Medicine

Posted Jul 26

Unit and setting: Psych · Behavioral Health
License: RN licenseCurrent RN licensure in State of Indiana
Term: Permanent

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Harsha Recovery Center

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You would be joining Harsha Recovery Center in Merrillville, Indiana, a residential program built around men overcoming addiction. The employer site describes a 74-bed, 28-day stay with medically supervised detox, therapeutic programs, peer support, and holistic wellness. The RN posting…

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We are seeking a dedicated Registered Nurse to join our team. Provides direct and indirect patient care services that meet the psychosocial, physical and general aspects of patient care. Meets the communication needs of patient and family. Knowledgeable of a wide range of disorders; cognitive, emotional, developmental, social and behavioral. Provides care that reflects initiative and responsibility indicative of professional expectations, under the supervision of a registered nurse. Performs crisis intervention. Participates in the unit's performance improvement and continuous quality improvement (CQI) activities.

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In Merrillville, IN

Merrillville, INFrom Census ACS 2024.

Living costs about 7% below the US average

Median rent: $1,282/mo
Household income: $67,587/yr, all local households, not nurse pay

Life in Merrillville, IN

NeighborhoodsWest Merrillville provides calm, tree-lined residential streets characterized by cul-de-sacs, mid-century split-levels, and newer suburban subdivisions positioned away from commercial corridors. Local residents frequently highlight pockets south of US Route 30 off Merrillville Road and neighborhoods between 72nd and 79th avenues off Madison Street as settled residential areas, while adjacent towns such as Crown Point offer nearby alternatives for prospective movers.

West Merrillville provides calm, tree-lined residential streets characterized by cul-de-sacs, mid-century split-levels, and newer suburban subdivisions positioned away from commercial corridors. Local residents frequently highlight pockets south of US Route 30 off Merrillville Road and neighborhoods between 72nd and 79th avenues off Madison Street as settled residential areas, while adjacent towns such as Crown Point offer nearby alternatives for prospective movers.

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As of Sep 16, 2026Source 1: homes.com Source 2: reddit.com Source 3: facebook.com

Getting aroundCommuters in Merrillville see an average one-way drive time of approximately 26 minutes, with personal vehicles being essential given minimal pedestrian and bike commuting options. Travel is organized along primary arteries including US Route 30 (Lincoln Highway), Broadway, and Taft Street, which funnel traffic between quiet residential pockets and regional medical centers or shopping plazas across Lake County.

Commuters in Merrillville see an average one-way drive time of approximately 26 minutes, with personal vehicles being essential given minimal pedestrian and bike commuting options. Travel is organized along primary arteries including US Route 30 (Lincoln Highway), Broadway, and Taft Street, which funnel traffic between quiet residential pockets and regional medical centers or shopping plazas across Lake County.

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As of Sep 16, 2026Source 1: livability.com Source 2: areavibes.com Source 3: homes.com

Outdoors

The town manages a municipal park network of more than 20 parks featuring walking paths, open greens, and athletic fields. Seasonal recreation is anchored by Deep River Waterpark with its lazy river and slides, while golfers utilize courses along Turkey Creek, such as the public Turkey Creek Golf Course on Harrison Street and the private Innsbrook Country Club on Taft Street.

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As of Sep 16, 2026Source 1: merrillville.in.gov Source 2: southshorecva.com Source 3: greatnews.life

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Merrillville serves as a bustling commercial and residential crossroads in Northwest Indiana's Lake County, offering healthcare workers practical connectivity across the region. Anchored by the US Route 30 and Broadway corridors, the town blends quiet suburban pockets with extensive retail infrastructure, including the Southlake Mall hub and specialty mainstays like the Albanese Candy Factory and Toast and Jam. For shift workers, neighborhoods in West Merrillville and established enclaves south of Route 30 provide calm cul-de-sacs, mature trees, and detached single-family homes well-removed from commercial congestion. Outdoor downtime can be spent navigating Turkey Creek golf greens or visiting Deep River Waterpark in the summer, alongside more than twenty municipal parks. However, prospective nurses should note that Merrillville is heavily auto-dependent with an average commute of around 26 minutes, and neighborhood character can vary noticeably across different corridors. While nearby towns like Crown Point provide alternative suburban settings, Merrillville offers unmatched daily convenience, established neighborhoods, and straightforward commutes to medical facilities throughout Northwest Indiana.

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As of 2026Source 1: homes.com Source 2: livability.com Source 3: southshorecva.com Source 4: merrillville.in.gov

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Merrillville, INFrom Census ACS 2024.