Licensed Practical Nurse
State of MaineAbout the role
Location: Augusta,Maine,United States
Opening Date: August 2, 2024
Closing Date: August 31, 2024
Job Class Code: 4025
Grade: 16
Salary: ($22.33 - $29.03 per hour)**
**This includes a $0.60/hour Institutional Stipend, as well as an additional $3.00/hour Recruitment Stipend. In addition, candidates may qualify for $200/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
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Agency information:
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.
Job duties:
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.
Minimum Qualifications:
Graduation from a state approved school of practical nursing. Possession of a current license to practice as a Licensed Practical Nurse issued by the Maine State Board of Nursing. Must have the ability to work overtime.
Application Information:
For additional information about this position or to request a paper application, please contact Robyn McFalls at 207-624-4672 or via email at robyn.l.mcfalls@maine.gov.
BENEFITS:
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 ($10,150.80 - $11,942.16 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
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