Licensed Practical Nurse (FT/PT), up to $10K Sign on Bonus
- Sign-on bonus up to $10,000
- Student loan help up to $40,000
- BLS
- LPN / LVN license
How this pay compares
This posting states $26–$29.73 an hour. Open licensed practical nurse jobs in West Virginia post a median of $28.44 an hour, the middle half $27.25–$31.06, across 32 jobs that state their pay, so this one is within the middle half of what they post. Licensed practical nurses employed in West Virginia earn a median of $26.61 an hour (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics), according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2025) (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics).
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About the job
Hiring Now: Compassionate & Committed LPNs!
Location: Cortland Health and Rehab, Thomas, WV
Shifts available: Full-Time/Part-Time 7-7
Every other weekend required.
NO PRNS at this time.
Rate of Pay: $26.00-$29.73
Choose the compensation option that works best for you:
- Full-time: $10,000 sign-on bonus, subject to program terms; or
- Decline the sign-on bonus and receive an additional $2.25 per hour, subject to eligibility and program terms.
- Part-time: $5,000 sign-on bonus, subject to program terms.
CMS Nurses for Nursing Homes Program
Eligible nurses may qualify for up to $40,000 in student loan repayment plus a location-adjusted stipend
Explore financial support through the CMS Nurses for Nursing Homes program , including:
- Up to $40,000 in qualifying nursing student loan repayment.
- A location-adjusted stipend with a $10,000 national baseline.
- Payments made directly to enrolled nurses quarterly while program requirements are met.
Participation requires qualifying employment, an average of at least 30 hours per week and a three-year service commitment . Nurses without qualifying student loan debt may qualify for the stipend if they graduated within the preceding two years.
Interested? Review eligibility and open your CMS application account early, preferably before starting employment. Prior nursing-home or state-agency employment can affect eligibility. Program information: https://nursesfornursinghomes.cms.gov/
CMS determines eligibility and awards, subject to available funding and program requirements. Incentives are separate from employer wages and benefits. Full-time or part-time status alone does not establish program eligibility; the hours requirement and all other conditions apply. Applying for this position does not enroll you in the CMS program.
Are you a Licensed Practical Nurse with a passion for caring for seniors? Do you thrive in a team-oriented environment where your skills and compassion truly make a difference?
Join Cortland - where care meets community.
We’re a top-rated Long Term Care and Skilled Nursing Facility dedicated to providing exceptional care and dignity to our residents. We’re growing and looking for dedicated, dependable LPNs to join our clinical team!
What You’ll Do
- Deliver direct nursing care to residents in accordance with their care plan
- Administer medications and treatments with precision and compassion
- Collaborate with RNs, CNAs, and interdisciplinary teams
- Support residents’ physical, emotional, and psychological well-being
- Document accurately and ensure compliance with state/federal guidelines
What We Offer
- Competitive hourly pay + shift differentials
- Sign-on bonus (up to $10,000 for qualified applicants!)
- Flexible scheduling
- Team-based staffing and leadership support focused on safe, quality resident care
- Paid time off, health/dental/vision benefits
- Ongoing training & professional growth
- A supportive team that feels like family
Requirements
- Current LPN license in West Virginia
- CPR/BLS certification (or willing to obtain)
- Previous LTC or SNF experience preferred, but new grads welcome!
- Positive attitude, reliability, and strong clinical judgment
Ready to make a real impact?
Apply now and help us create a place where residents feel safe, heard, and loved.
We are committed to maintaining a diverse and inclusive workplace. We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. We do not discriminate in recruiting, hiring or promotion based on race, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, age, disability or protected veteran status. We proudly support and encourage people with military experience (active, veterans, reservists and National Guard) as well as military spouses to apply for our job opportunities.
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From Cortland Acres Health & Rehabilitation's job posting, checked 12 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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About Cortland Acres Health & Rehabilitation
Cortland Acres Health & Rehabilitation is a 94 (source: Medicare Care Compare: Cortland Acres Health & Rehabilitation)-bed nursing home in Thomas, WV, certified by Medicare and Medicaid. Its job board posts jobs for nurses, nursing assistants and therapists. Source: Medicare Care Compare: Cortland Acres Health & Rehabilitation
Based in Thomas, WVHires in West VirginiaPay on its listings: 87.5% of its open jobs state an hourly rate
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