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:
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.
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.
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.
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Benefits
Health insuranceDental insuranceVision insurancePaid time offParental leave
Additional Information
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.
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Riverview Psychiatric Center
Open Date: 05/07/2026
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.
Maine · Augusta, ME