Licensed Practical Nurse
Company: Riverview Psychiatric Center
Location: Augusta
Posted on: April 1, 2026
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Job Description:
If you are a current State of Maine employee, you must complete
your application through the internal application process (Find
Jobs Report). Please apply using your PRISM account. If you are on
Seasonal Leave and do not have access to PRISM, contact your local
Human Resources representative for application information.
Riverview Psychiatric Center Open Date: 12/11/25 Close Date: Open
Continuously Job Class Code:4025 Grade: 16 Salary: $22.33 - $29.03
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,
Maine Watch 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 1 3 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 ($12,845.82 -
$15,112.76 annual value) , depending on salary. Use the chart found
on the Health Premium Credit | Office of Employee Health site to
determine rates for you and your family, including the percentage
of dependent coverage paid by the State. Dental Insurance – The
State of Maine pays 100% of employee-only dental premiums ($395.72
annual value). Retirement Plan – The State contributes 14.11% of
pay towards the Maine Public Employees Retirement System
(MainePERS), on behalf of the employee. Parental leave is one of
the most important benefits for any working parent. All employees
who are welcoming a child—including non-birthing parents and
adoptive parents—receive six weeks of fully paid parental leave .
Additional, unpaid leave may also be available, under the Family
and Medical Leave Act . State employees are eligible for an
extensive and highly competitive benefits package , covering many
aspects of wellness. Learn about additional wellness benefits for
State employees from the Office of Employee Health and Wellness .
Note: Benefits may vary somewhat according to specific collective
bargaining agreements and are prorated for anything less than
full-time. There's a job and then there's purposeful,
transformative work. Our aim is to create a workplace where you can
learn, grow, and continuously refine your skills. Applicants
demonstrate job requirements in differing ways, and we appreciate
that many skills and backgrounds can make people successful in this
role. As an Equal Opportunity employer, Maine State Government
embraces a culture of respect and awareness. We are committed to
creating a strong sense of belonging for all team members, and our
process ensures an inclusive environment to applicants of all
backgrounds including diverse race, color, sex, sexual orientation
or gender identity, physical or mental disability, religion, age,
ancestry, national origin, familial status or genetics. If you’re
looking for a great next step, and want to feel good about what you
do, we’d love to hear from you. Please note reasonable
accommodations are provided to qualified individuals with
disabilities upon request. Thinking about applying? Research shows
that people from historically excluded communities tend to apply to
jobs only when they check every box in the posting. If you’re
currently reading this and hesitating to apply for that reason, we
encourage you to go for it! Let us know how your lived experience
and passion set you apart. . If you are unable to complete the
online application, please contact the Human Resources
representative listed on the job opening you are interested in
applying for. They will work with you for an alternative method of
submitting.
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