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Oakland Nursing and Rehabilitation Center

Nursing home in Oakland, MD

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From 1 posting and nurse reviews · Employer research Sep 18, 2026Sources

The short version

This is a skilled nursing and rehabilitation setting where the pay picture is documented in public postings: Indeed-reported averages near $34.72 an hour for RNs and $28.33 for LPNs, plus a $5,000 sign-on for full-time LPNs starting on or before September 30, 2026.

Employer research, Sep 18, 2026

  1. A newly hired full-time LPN starting on or before September 30, 2026 is offered a $5,000 sign-on bonus, posted on the center's own careers page.

    For experienced nurses
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  2. Indeed's reported averages put RN pay around $34.72 an hour and LPN pay around $28.33 an hour here, which gives you a number to test against in your interview.

    If you are moving here
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  3. Some staff describe a friendly floor with real teamwork and leadership that steps in on bullying — worth asking your interviewer to name an example.

    For new grads
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Nursing here

Benefits

The one benefit stated publicly is the $5,000 sign-on bonus for newly hired full-time LPNs who start on or before September 30, 2026; ask about health coverage, PTO, and shift differentials, since those are not posted.

Published pay and benefits

Hourly pay

Registered Nurse (RN) job posting wage range

As of 2026-09-18

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Hourly pay

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) job posting wage range

As of 2026-09-18

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Hourly pay

$34.72/hr

Registered Nurse estimated average hourly rate (Indeed reported)

As of 2026-09-18

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Hourly pay

$28.33/hr

Licensed Practical Nurse estimated average hourly rate (Indeed reported)

As of 2026-09-18

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Sign-on bonus

$5,000.00

Sign-on bonus for newly hired full-time LPN starting on or before Sept 30, 2026

As of 2026-09-18

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What nurses say

Themes from public reviews

Summaries of published reviews, with the original sources.

Staffing shortages and mandatory extended shifts
Staff report severe understaffing leading to mandatory 16-hour shifts, missed breaks, and heavy resident loads.
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As of 2024-10-17Source: indeed.com
Teamwork and supportive culture
Some leadership staff report strong teamwork, a friendly atmosphere, and protection from workplace bullying.
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The hard parts

  • Staff reviews describe severe understaffing, mandatory 16-hour shifts, missed breaks, and heavy resident loads — ask what the current LPN and RN assignment looks like on nights and weekends before you sign.

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    As of 2024-10-17Source: indeed.com

What to ask

  • How is base pay set for the role, and which differentials apply?
  • Which shifts are open, and what are the weekend, holiday and call rules?
  • How long is orientation, and will I have one preceptor?
  • What does a usual day’s workload look like?

Living in Oakland, MD

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Oakland sits in the mountains of Western Maryland, a quiet small town framed by forested ridges and cool highland air. Nearby Deep Creek Lake draws seasonal visitors for boating and hiking. For an RN seeking a slower pace and close-knit rural community, Oakland offers a peaceful Appalachian backdrop far from city bustle.

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State price level · Maryland
5% above the national average
State index 105.0 (100 = national)

U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis · 2024 Regional Price Parities

Current openings at Oakland Nursing and Rehabilitation Center

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Licensed Practical Nurse LPN

Oakland Nursing and Rehabilitation Center

Oakland, MD

$27–$34/hr

  • LPN
  • Per diem
  • Tuition reimbursement

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