Employment

Nurse Educator/Infection Preventionist

Seeking a full-time RN to provide training to employees and volunteers to meet organizational needs and regulatory requirements. Responsible for ongoing clinical education and new employee orientation.  Review and update infection control policies and procedures. Oversee surveillance and nosocomial infection statistics.  Requires RN license in NYS, BSN preferred and Infection Preventionist Certification (or willingness to secure within 90 days); two+ years experience in training and development in a health-care setting. Position is a full-time, Monday – Friday, daytime salary position. Salary $75,000 – $80,000. Eligible for $15,000 RN Bonus program , Student Loan Payment Program. 401K and other competitive benefits. Apply Here

Director of Nursing Health Services

Seeking a full-time experienced RN to plan, organize, develop and direct the overall operations of the Nursing Department and other health-related services including the Interdisciplinary patient care team to ensure that residents and patients receive the highest quality of care and that operations are in compliance with all regulatory bodies. Manage and supervise a team of RN Care Managers, and RN Supervisors, and oversee the Nursing, Social Work/Admissions, Rehab Contract, Dental Contract, and MDS Contract

Requires RN License, BSN, Infection Preventionist Certification 5+ years of nursing management/supervisory experience in a long-term care facility. Strong knowledge of State and Federal Long-Term Care Regulations. Salary: $100,000+ based on experience.  Eligible for a $15,000 retention bonus,  Student Loan Payment Program, and other competitive benefits.  Apply Here

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Seeking full-time LPN’s who are energetic and motivated to foster excellent care and customer service for improved clinical outcomes for our residents and clients. Knowledge of Point Click Care data system (PCC) a plus. Requires LPN License. Salary: $26-$30 per hour based on experience. $3,000 retention bonus and a $10 per hour bonus for picking up vacant shifts. Kirkhaven offers LPN’s a career track for advancement and terrific benefits.  Apply Here

RN Supervisor 

Kirkhaven is seeking experienced RN’s who are looking to grow in their profession and oversee patient care as an RN Nursing Supervisor.

Kirkhaven’s RN Nursing Supervisors are skilled nurses who oversee the clinical care of our residents during their shift while coaching other nursing personnel and monitoring care delivery. Our RN Nursing Supervisors direct assessments of new admissions, perform treatments and medication administration as needed, and provide leadership in emergency situations. Qualifications include at least 2-years clinical nursing/supervisory experience, RN license in NYS, and an associate’s or bachelor’s degree in nursing. This position offers flexible scheduling. $15,000 retention bonus, RN Student Loan Payment Program and other terrific benefits. Apply Here

 RN Care Manager

Seeking an experienced RN who is looking to grow in their profession and oversee patient care as a RN Care Manager. Kirkhaven’s RN Care Managers are skilled nurses who direct the day-to-day clinical care of our residents in our long-term-care units. This salaried position is full-time days, Monday through Friday with an on-call rotation. Kirkhaven offers a strong support system for so you can focus on care delivery and not on staffing! Our RN Care Managers direct assessments of new admissions, perform treatments and medication administration as needed, and provide leadership in emergency situations. Qualifications include: Current RN licensure in New York State; 2-4 years clinical nursing and supervisory experience; excellent clinical nursing skills, and physical and behavioral assessment skills. This position offers a $15,000 retention bonus, RN Student Loan Payment Program and other terrific benefits.   Apply Here

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
Seeking full-time and part-time CNA’s to join our direct care team at Kirkhaven. Provide direct care to residents to meet their personal needs and comfort in accordance with the nursing care plan and resident-centered care. Kirkhaven offers a premium shift differential to CNA’s who work the evening or overnight shift. Requires CNA certification.  Salary starting at $16-18 per hour. Kirkhaven offers CNA’s a career track for advancement. Learn more.   Apply Here

Housekeeping/Laundry Associates (Full-Time and Part-Time positions)
Seeking full-time and part time housekeepers and laundry assistants for positions with shifts every other weekend to join our dedicated and professional staff. Must be 18 years or older. Housekeeping or laundry experience is a plus. Salary starting at $13.20 per hour.  Apply Here

Kirkhaven offers competitive wages and a generous benefit package including: 

• PREMIUM SHIFT DIFFERENTIAL
• GENEROUS PAID TIME-OFF
• PAID SICK TIME
• HOLIDAY  PAY
• PAID HOLIDAYS
• HEALTH INSURANCE
• DENTAL INSURANCE
• FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNT (FSA)
• HEALTH SAVINGS ACCOUNT (HSA) with COMPANY CONTRIBUTION
• 401K WITH COMPANY MATCH
• STUDENT LOAN PAYMENT PROGRAM FOR RN’s
• VOLUNTARY BENEFITS (SELF-PAY)
• LIFE INSURANCE
• DISCOUNTS TO AREA ATTRACTIONS & SERVICES
• EMPLOYEE RECOGNITION EVENTS
• VERIZON PHONE DISCOUNT
• ROBERTS WESLEYAN COLLEGE TUITION DISCOUNT TO STAFF & DEPENDENTS
• ACCESS TO ON-SITE VACCINATION CLINICS & TESTING

Everyday, our staff goes above and beyond in their desire to provide the very best care to the seniors we serve. At Kirkhaven, we have an employee recognition program called Caught in the Act of Caring. We encourage employees, residents, family members, volunteers, and vendors to recognize an employee when you observe an exceptional demonstration of caring that goes above and beyond your expectations. Contact us at kirkhaveninfo@kirkhaven.com so we can let our employee know they got caught in the act of caring! All submissions will also be considered as part of Kirkhaven’s quarterly employee recognition events.

At Kirkhaven, we care about our residents AND our staff. Career growth, professional development, and opportunities to advance are important to you – and important to us. We want the very best staff, and the very best for our staff. That’s why Kirkhaven has created a career ladder for CNA’s and LPN’s. Come grow your career at Kirkhaven!

Growing Strong Roots ‒ CNA Mentoring Program
CNAs who are excellent caregivers and enjoy teaching others and are ready for a new challenge can be eligible for promotion to become a CNA Mentor. CNA Peer Mentors are specially trained to mentor newer CNA’s and provide support in the workplace so CNA’s can learn and grow in their positions with the goal that they too will be eligible for promotion to become a CNA Mentor. CNA mentoring is an ongoing, continual responsibility, as each CNA mentor is expected to uphold a strong commitment to the “Kirkhaven Way” and is accountable for consistently demonstrating leadership skills and clinical excellence. CNA Peer Mentors receive an additional $2 per hour as part of their promotion. Experienced CNA Peer Mentors are eligible to be promoted to a leadership position as House Manager which can allow them to earn $5 -$10 more each hour.

LPN Career Ladder at Kirkhaven
LPN’s with three to five years’ experience can be eligible for promotion to become a LPN Peer Mentor. LPN Peer Mentors are specially trained to support and guide LPN’s in providing compassionate care that promotes meaningful living. LPN Peer Mentors encourage the team of LPN’s to learn and grow in their positions so that they too become eligible for promotion to become an LPN Peer Mentor. As a benefit, Kirkhaven has a discount for continued education through Roberts Wesleyan College for LPN’s and other employees to pursue advanced education.