Licensed Practical Nurse

State of MaineAugusta, ME

$23 - $30 / month

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Remote

On-site

Compensation

$23-$30/month

Job Description

If you are a current State of Maine employee, please submit your application through the internal application process using the Find Jobs report in PRISM. Seasonal employees who do not have PRISM access should apply through the State's career page and indicate on the application that they have previously worked for the State..Riverview Psychiatric CenterCurrently, this position is not eligible for visa sponsorship or STEM OPT extensions.Open Date: 10/05/2026Close Date: Open ContinuouslyJob Class Code:4025Grade: 16Salary: $23.17 - $30.17 per hour**This includes a $0.60 per hour Institutional Stipend, as well as an additional $3.00 per hour Recruitment Stipend. In addition, candidates may qualify for $200 per month nursing-student-loan reimbursement.

additional shift differential $1.00/hr while working 2nd shift hours
additional weekend differential $.60/hr while working weekend hours

Location: Augusta, MaineWatch this video to learn more about building your career with us at Riverview Psychiatric Center: Come Join Our Team!Job Overview:Riverview Psychiatric Center seeks Licensed Practical Nurse's (LPN) to provide paraprofessional support work in the care and treatment of patients and residents at a state institution or facility. Work includes providing direct patient care, administering medications, and providing medical treatment as prescribed by a medical health care professional. Assistance and guidance may be given to other employees administering medication and providing direct patient care. Work is performed under general supervision. Must have the ability to work overtime. Minimum Qualifications: Graduation from a state approved school of practical nursing. Licensing Requirements:Possession of a current license to practice as a Licensed Practical Nurse issued by the Maine State Board of Nursing. Agency information:Riverview Psychiatric Center, in collaboration with the community, is a center for best practice, treatment, education and research, for individuals with serious, persistent mental illness, and co-occurring substance use disorders. Hospital leaders have worked hard to implement changes and establish quality measures of distinction. To continue our goal of becoming a leader within the Behavioral Health field, we are looking for candidates who work well in a team and are enthusiastic and dedicated to providing compassionate care. We hold accreditation's by CMS and the Joint Commission.The Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is dedicated to promoting health, safety, resilience, and opportunity for Maine people. The Department provides health and social services to approximately a third of the State's population, including children, families, older Mainers, and individuals with disabilities, mental illness, and substance use disorders. The Department also promotes public health, operates two state psychiatric hospitals, and provides oversight to health care providers.APPLICATION INFORMATION:For additional information about this position or to request a paper application, please contact Tiffany Smith at 207-624-4672 or via email at tiffany.smith@maine.gov.Why join our team?No matter where you work across Maine state government, you find employees who embody our state motto-"Dirigo" or "I lead"-as they provide essential services to Mainers every day. We believe in supporting our workforce's health and wellbeing with a valuable total compensation package, including:

Work-Life Balance - Rest is essential. Take time for yourself using 13 paid holidays, 12 days of sick leave, and 3+ weeks of vacation leave annually. Vacation leave accrual increases with years of service, and overtime-exempt employees receive personal leave.
Health Insurance Coverage - The State of Maine pays 85%-100% of employee-only premiums ($12,213.60 - $14,369.04 annual value), depending on salary. Use this chart to find the premium costs for you and your family, including the percentage of dependent coverage paid by the State.
- Health Insurance Premium Credit - Participation decreases employee-only premiums by 5%. Visit the Office of Employee Health and Wellness for more information about program requirements.
Dental Insurance - The State of Maine pays 100% of employee-only dental premiums ($365.28 annual value).
Retirement Plan - The State of Maine contributes 14.06% of

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