Registered Nurse (FT/PT), up to $10K Sign on Bonus
- Sign-on bonus up to $10,000
- Student loan help up to $40,000
- BLS
- RN license
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This posting states $36–$41.16 an hour. Open registered nurse jobs in West Virginia post a median of $40.81 an hour, the middle half $38–$43.08, across 73 jobs that state their pay, so this one is within the middle half of what they post. Registered nurses employed in West Virginia earn a median of $38.52 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
Registered Nurses (RNs) – Be the Heart of Skilled Care!
Cortland Health and Rehab | Thomas, WV
Full-Time | Part-Time only NO PRNs 7-7
Rate of Pay: $36.00-$41.16
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. .
You chose nursing for a reason. Let that reason thrive here.
At Cortland, we don’t just provide care - we build connections. We’re a compassionate, resident-centered Skilled Nursing and Long-Term Care Facility, and we’re hiring Registered Nurses (RNs) who want to make a difference every single shift.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Coordinate and provide high-quality resident care
- Supervise LPNs and CNAs to ensure best practices
- Develop and implement individualized care plans
- Support residents’ emotional and physical well-being
- Communicate with families and interdisciplinary teams
What You’ll Love
- Competitive pay + shift differentials
- Up to $10,000 Sign-on Bonus (limited time!)
- Flexible schedules
- Health, dental, vision, PTO & retirement benefits
- Ongoing training & leadership growth opportunities
- Supportive, respectful team environment
- Modern, well-equipped facility
Requirements
- Active RN license in West Virginia
- CPR/BLS Certification
- Experience in Long Term Care or Skilled Nursing preferred
- Team player, strong communicator, and a heart for seniors
*-Sign-On Bonuses are paid in addition to wages quarterly for 1 year
Your next shift could change a life. Apply today!
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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