Graduate Nurse

Maine Tech Hub; Augusta (ME); On-site; USD 48,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Paid Holidays

Retirement Plan

Parental Leave

Nursing Loan Reimbursement

Gym Reimbursement

Job summary

Riverview Psychiatric Center in Augusta, Maine is seeking Graduate Nurses for the first level of professional nursing work involving the care and treatment of individuals with mental illness. Work is performed under general supervision.

Graduation from an accredited school of nursing and a Maine RN license are required. The position offers competitive pay, shift differentials for 2nd and 3rd shifts, weekend differential, and potential loan reimbursement. Location is Augusta, Maine.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited school of nursing.
• A license as a Registered Nurse as issued by the Maine State Board of Nursing.

Responsibilities

• Provide care and treatment to individuals with mental illness under general supervision.
• Work as part of a team to support patient well-being and safety.

Skills

RN license

Nursing care

Education

Accredited nursing program

Tools

None

Job description

at State of Maine, Bureau of Human Resources in Augusta, Maine, United States

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.

at State of Maine, Bureau of Human Resources in Augusta, Maine, United States

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.

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Riverview Psychiatric Center

Currently, this position is not eligible for visa sponsorship or STEM OPT extensions.

Open: 10/05/2026

Close Date: Open Continuously

Job Class Code: 4031

Grade: 18

Salary: $34.86 - $43.30 per hour*

*Hourly rate is inclusive of a $10.00 per hour salary adjustment stipend and a $.60 per hour institutional stipend

Employees in this job classification begin at step 5 of the pay scale and is based on education and experience. Starting salary for promotional candidates will follow contractual obligations.

• Additional shift differential $3.00/hour while working 2nd shift hours
• Additional shift differential $4.50/hour while working 3rd shift hours
• Additional weekend differential $2.10/hour while working weekend hours

In addition, the selected candidate may qualify for a $200 per month nursing loan reimbursement

Location: Augusta, Maine

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Job Overview

Riverview Psychiatric Center is seeking Graduate Nurses, this first level of professional nursing work involving the care and treatment of individuals with mental illness. Work is performed under general supervision.

Minimum Qualifications

Graduation from an accredited school of nursing.

Licensing Requirements

A license as a Registered Nurse as 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.

Benefits of working for the State of Maine

• 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 pay to the Maine Public Employees Retirement System (MainePERS), on behalf of the employee.
• Gym Membership Reimbursement - Improve overall health with regular exercise and receive up to $40 per month to offset this expense.
• Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts - Set aside money pre-tax to help pay for out-of-pocket health care expenses and/or daycare expenses.
• Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness - The State of Maine is a qualified employer for this federal program. For more information, visit the Federal Student Aid office.
• Living Resources Program - Navigate challenging work and life situations with our employee assistance program.
• 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.
• Voluntary Deferred Compensation - Save additional pre-tax funds for retirement in a MaineSaves 457(b) account through payroll deductions.
• Learn about additional wellness benefits for State employees from the Office of Employee Health and Wellness.

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