DEPARTMENT OF ECONOMIC SECURITY Your Partner For A Stronger Arizona. DES works with families, community organizations, advocates and state and federal partners to realize our collective vision: A thriving Arizona. DES serves more than 3 million Arizonans. Our Mission is to strengthen individuals, families, and communities for a better quality of life. HABILITATION NURSE 2 Job Location: Division of Developmental Disabilities (DDD) 1800 East Palo Verde Street, Yuma, Arizona 85365 Posting Details: Salary: $67,000.00 - $78,000.00 Grade: N1 Closing Date: April 16, 2026 Job Summary: Would you like to be part of an amazing team that helps Arizonans thrive? At the Department of Economic Security (DES), we strengthen individuals, families, and communities for a better quality of life. DES is looking for individuals that are committed to service, community, and teamwork. To learn more about DES please visit des.az.gov; or click on the link here to view ‘Our DES’ video. Come join the DES Team! The Department of Economic Security, Division of Developmental Disabilities (DDD), is seeking an experienced and highly motivated individual to join our team as a Habilitation Nurse 2. DDD provides individuals with developmental disabilities, and their families, services and supports that are flexible, high-quality, and member-driven. These services provide individuals with opportunities to exercise their rights and responsibilities of independent decision-making and engagement in the community. Applicants for this position cannot be licensed or certified by the DDD Office of Licensing Certification and Regulation, cannot have a principal interest in or have a spouse or close family with principal interest in a DDD Qualified Vendor Agreement, and cannot be employed or subcontracted by a DDD Qualified Vendor. Job Duties: Essential Duties and Responsibilities include but are not limited to: ● Coordinates and monitors physical health for skilled nursing service needs; placing vendor calls; completing nursing referrals; assists with receiving medical equipment; coordinating skilled nursing services; following hospitalizations and emergency department visits; collaborating with interdisciplinary teams for discharge planning. ● Conducts visits in-person (interstate travel is required) to develop relationships and familiarize with family dynamics/needs/supports; makes appropriate referrals to community agencies; participates in multidisciplinary planning meetings to determine and identify appropriate services per policies and guidelines established by DDD’s contract with AHCCCS. ● Conducts comprehensive assessments of physical, behavioral, & long-term care needs; completes nursing assessments, HNAT, HAN, SNF acuity level determinations, completes vendor calls and assigns home health nursing services, addresses and documents any changes in skilled needs; collaborates with interdisciplinary teams to ensure needs are met in the least restrictive environment; evaluates Social Determinants of Healthsuch as social and economic factors, environmental factors, and policies and programs. ● Refers to appropriate resources; collaborates with interdisciplinary teams and contracted partners; advocates for members’ rights and needs; assigns authorizations to appropriate, selected providers; assists in conflict resolution between members, families, and contracted providers. ● Documents comprehensive progress notes to include any improvements or declining health statuses; maintains electronic case management records of case-specific documentation; assigns and authorizes services; supports individualized needs based on family dynamics, natural support systems, and environmental factors; completes special projects. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs): Knowledge in: ●Managed Care, Medicaid & Medicare concepts. ●Care management concepts, principles, and strategies. ●Nursing theories and practices related to individuals with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities and behavioral health conditions. ●Person-centered planning strategies. ●Current Medicaid service delivery system. Skills In: ●Using computer software (e.g., Google Suites including Gmail, Google Docs, Google Sheets, Google Slides, Google Forms; Microsoft Word, Excel, Adobe Acrobat, and other databases, etc.). ●Excellent oral and written communication. ●Comprehensive nursing assessment & needs analysis. ●Analytical and clinical skills. ●Developing, analyzing, and implementing health treatment plans. Ability to: ●Work independently. ●Think critically and problem-solve. ●Observe and assess the health status and needs of individuals with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities and behavioral health conditions. ●Interpret and apply DDD Policies and Procedures. Selective Preference(s): The ideal candidate for this position will have: ● Two years of experience working as a registered nurse with individuals with disabilities, in home health, hospice, or long-term care. Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) from an accredited college or university preferred. ACM or CCM certification preferred. ●Experience translating from English to Spanish. Pre-Employment Requirements: ● If this position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job to conduct State business, then the following requirements apply: Driver’s License Requirements . Any employee operating a motor vehicle on State business must possess and retain a current, valid class-appropriate driver's license, complete all required training, and successfully pass all necessary driver's license record checks. The license must be current, unexpired, and neither revoked nor suspended. Employees who drive on state business are subject to Driver's license record checks, must maintain acceptable driving records, and must complete all required driver training. An employee who operated a personally owned vehicle on state business shall maintain the statutorily required liability insurance (see Arizona Administrative Code (A.A.C.) (R2-10-201.11). ● Successfully pass background and reference check; employment is contingent upon completion of the above-mentioned process and the Agency's ability to reasonably accommodate any restrictions. ● Employee shall have a valid Level One fingerprint clearance card issued pursuant to Arizona Revised Statutes 41-1968 in order to work with children and vulnerable adults. ● Candidates for this position shall be subject to a search of both the Department of Child Safety Central Registry pursuant to A.R.S. 8-804 and the Adult Protective Services Registry pursuant to A.R.S. 46-459. ● All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify). Benefits: The Arizona Department of Economic Security offers a comprehensive benefits package to include: • Affordable medical, dental, life, and short-term disability insurance plans • Participation in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) and long-term disability plans • 10 paid holidays per year • Paid vacation and sick time • Paid Parental Leave-Up to 12 weeks per year paid leave for newborn or newly-placed foster/adopted child. • Deferred compensation plan • Wellness plans • Tuition Reimbursement • Stipend Opportunities • Infant at Work Program • Rideshare and Public Transit Subsidy • Career Advancement & Employee Development Opportunities Learn more about the Paid Parental Leave program here . For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona, please visit our benefits page Retirement: State employees are required to participate in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS), the state-sponsored retirement contribution plan, and the Long-Term Disability (LTD) program after a 27-week waiting period. The ASRS defined benefit plan provides for life-long income upon retirement. You will also have the option to participate in a voluntary deferred compensation program to take advantage of tax-deferred retirement investments. On or shortly after your first day of work, you will be provided with additional information about the available insurance plans, enrollment instructions, submission deadlines, and effective dates. Contact Us: For questions about this career opportunity, please contact Ariana Dominguez at 480-790-1749 or arianadominguez@azdes.gov. The State of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer. Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation, such as a sign language interpreter or an alternative format, by contacting 480-790-1749 or arianadominguez@azdes.gov. Requests should be made as early as possible to allow time to arrange the accommodation.
DEPARTMENT OF ECONOMIC SECURITY Your Partner For A Stronger Arizona. DES works with families, community organizations, advocates and state and federal partners to realize our collective vision: A thriving Arizona. DES serves more than 3 million Arizonans. Our Mission is to strengthen individuals, families, and communities for a better quality of life NURSING SUPERVISOR – CASE MANAGEMENT Job Location: Division of Developmental Disabilities 4000 North Central Avenue, Phoenix, Arizona 85012 Posting Details: Salary: $90,000.00 to $95,000.00 Grade: N2 Closing Date: April 8, 2026 Job Summary: Would you like to be part of an amazing team that helps Arizonans thrive? At the Department of Economic Security (DES), we strengthen individuals, families, and communities for a better quality of life. DES is looking for individuals that are committed to service, community, and teamwork. To learn more about DES please visit des.az.gov ; or click on the link here to view ‘Our DES’ video. Come join the DES Team! The Department of Economic Security, Division of Developmental Disabilities (DDD), is seeking an experienced and highly motivated individual to join our team as a Nursing Supervisor - Case Management. DDD provides individuals with developmental disabilities, and their families, services and supports that are flexible, high quality, and member driven. These services provide individuals with opportunities to exercise their rights and responsibilities of independent decision-making and engagement in the community. Applicants for this position cannot be licensed or certified by the DDD Office of Licensing Certification and Regulation, cannot have a principal interest in or have a spouse or close family with principal interest in a DDD Qualified Vendor Agreement, and cannot be employed or subcontracted by a DDD Qualified Vendor. Job Duties: Essential Duties and Responsibilities include but are not limited to: • Supervises and directs work activities of staff; provides necessary training; technical advice and assistance regarding development, implementation, or monitoring member Person Centered Service Plans (PCSP). Ensures consistency in case management, and overall applications with an emphasis on programming and ensuring all federal and state requirements are complied with and documentation and files is complete. • Assigns caseloads, monitors work activities, nursing assessments, conducts meetings, and provides assistance in resolving conflicts. Responsible for recruitment, assures appropriate staffing, hiring, retention, and evaluate of work performance of staff. Reviews cases assigned to work unit; assesses needs and assigns cases to staff members; reviews PCSP and Nursing Assessments developed by staff to ensure member needs are met. • Ensures staff is performing appropriate, comprehensive assessments of member's physical, mental & long-term needs to develop appropriate care plans for prevention, outcome improvement, decreased risk status and increased self-care opportunities. Provides assistance and support to members/families in crisis directly or through participation with the interdisciplinary team. Identifies and resolves problems timely and appropriately. • Attends meetings with providers, managerial and administrative staff. Implements strategies, goals, objectives, policies, procedures, and guidelines to define systems and area operations relevant to the Division. Works with programs/resource development to ensure services and providers are acquired to meet the needs of members. 10 Acts as liaison to behavioral health case management, and the mental health agencies/providers, to problem solve difficult cases. Attends staff meetings. Works health care issues with Health Care Services clinical team and inter-disciplinary meetings. Establishes and maintains good rapport and open communication through various forums, inter-disciplinary meetings, area meetings, team meetings. • Researches and takes appropriate actions regarding grievances and appeals. Reviews, verifies, and authorizes expenditures to ensure compliance with budgetary constraints. Prepares reports relating to cases assigned to the work unit. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs): Knowledge in: • Federal, state, and local laws, rules, regulations, policies, and procedures relating to service delivery, personnel, contracting, fiscal management, and Title XIX. • Comprehensive knowledge of developmentally disabled nursing theory and practice. • Principles of human service planning and program development. • Nursing theories and practices related to individuals with developmental disabilities and behavioral health conditions. • Special needs of the developmentally disabled (DD) population. • Research and analysis components of organizational problem solving. Skills in: • Planning, developing, implementing, administering, managing, monitoring, and evaluating developmental disabilities support services, training programs, and health related services. • Coordinating and administering through subordinate supervisors a network of home and community based services to members with developmental disabilities. • Analyzing complex problems and identifying and implementing solutions. • Decision making, crisis management, negotiation, organization, supervision of personnel, delegation, and leadership. • Primary skills acquired during formal nursing education. Ability to: • Analyze complex situations accurately and quickly adopt an effective course of action. • Manage a complex array of projects with rapidly shifting priorities and timelines. • Establish and maintain effective working relationships/communication with diverse individuals and community groups, such as members, parents/families, professionals, providers, advocate, and community planning organizations, elected officials, agency employees, media, and the general public. • Provide leadership to groups and individuals. • Consistently exhibit above average skills in reading, comprehension, calculation, negotiation, delegation, policy formulation, and leadership. • Motivate, lead, and supervise subordinate staff. Selective Preference(s): The ideal/preferred candidate will possess: • A minimum of 5 years’ experience applying federal, state, and local laws, rules, regulations, policies, and procedures, relating to service delivery to individuals with developmental disabilities which must include a minimum of 1 year of supervisory experience. Pre-Employment Requirements: • Required at time of appointment: possession of a current license to practice as a registered nurse in the State of Arizona. • If this position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job to conduct State business, then the following requirements apply: Driver’s License Requirements. Any employee operating a motor vehicle on State business must possess and retain a current, valid class-appropriate driver’s license, complete all required training, and successfully pass all necessary driver’s license record checks. The license must be current, unexpired, and neither revoked nor suspended. Employees who drive on state business are subject to driver’s license record checks, must maintain acceptable driving records, and must complete all required driver training. An employee who operates a personally owned vehicle on state business shall maintain the statutorily required liability insurance (see Arizona Administrative Code (A.A.C.) R2-10-207.11). • Employee shall have a valid Level One fingerprint clearance card issued pursuant to Arizona Revised Statute 41-1968 in order to work with children and vulnerable adults. • Candidates for this position shall be subject to a search of both the Department of Child Safety Central Registry pursuant to A.R.S. 8-804 and the Adult Protective Services Registry pursuant to A.R.S. 46-459. • Successfully pass background and reference check; employment is contingent upon completion of the above mentioned process and the Agency's ability to reasonably accommodate any restrictions. • All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify). Benefits: The Arizona Department of Economic Security offers a comprehensive benefits package to include: • Affordable medical, dental, life, and short-term disability insurance plans • Participation in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) and long-term disability plans • 10 paid holidays per year • Paid vacation and sick time • Paid Parental Leave-Up to 12 weeks per year paid leave for newborn or newly-placed foster/adopted child • Deferred compensation plan • Wellness plans • Tuition Reimbursement • Stipend Opportunities • Infant at Work Program • Rideshare and Public Transit Subsidy • Career Advancement & Employee Development Opportunities Learn more about the Paid Parental Leave program here . For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona, please visit our benefits page Retirement: State employees are required to participate in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS), the State sponsored retirement contribution plan and the Long-Term Disability (LTD) program after a 27-week waiting period. The ASRS defined benefit plan provides for life-long income upon retirement. You will also have the option to participate in a voluntary deferred compensation program to take advantage of tax-deferred retirement investments. On, or shortly after, your first day of work you will be provided with additional information about the available insurance plans, enrollment instructions, submission deadlines and effective dates. Contact Us: For questions about this career opportunity, please contact Kari Nagler at (480) 536-2513 or knagler@azdes.gov. The State of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer. Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation such as a sign language interpreter or an alternative format by contacting (480) 536-2513 or knagler@azdes.gov. Requests should be made as early as possible to allow time to arrange the accommodation.
AHCCCS Arizona Health Care Cost Containment System Accountability, Community, Innovation, Leadership, Passion, Quality, Respect, Courage, Teamwork The Arizona Health Care Cost Containment System (AHCCCS), Arizona’s Medicaid agency, is driven by its mission to deliver comprehensive, cost-effective health care to Arizonans in need. AHCCCS is a nationally acclaimed model among Medicaid programs and a recipient of multiple awards for excellence in workplace effectiveness and flexibility. AHCCCS employees are passionate about their work, committed to high performance, and dedicated to serving the citizens of Arizona. Among government agencies, AHCCCS is recognized for high employee engagement and satisfaction, supportive leadership, and flexible work environments, including remote work opportunities. With career paths for seasoned professionals in a variety of fields, entry-level positions, and internship opportunities, AHCCCS offers meaningful career opportunities in a competitive industry. Come join our dynamic and dedicated team. Care Management Consultant Division of Fee for Service Management (DFSM) Job Location: Address: 150 North 18th Avenue Phoenix, Arizona 85007 All AHCCCS Employees must reside within the state of Arizona. Posting Details: Salary: $71,032 FLSA Status: Exempt Grade: 22 Closing Date: Open until filled Job Summary: This position will work independently applying clinical knowledge, judgment, and expertise to assess, coordinate, and monitor service delivery. This position will complete comprehensive assessments of available resources on service providers and individual members; review case material to ensure compliance with State and Federal regulations and policies; and provide timely resolution of multiple cases assigned. This position will also be responsible for identifying systemic issues for AHCCCS to address. This position will be hybrid with some in-office meetings and on-site investigations and reviews as needed. Occasionally, this position may also participate as needed in urgent on-site investigations and reviews outside of normal business hours and weekends. The State of Arizona strives for a work culture that affords employees flexibility, autonomy, and trust. Across our many agencies, boards, and commissions, many State employees participate in the State’s Remote Work Program and are able to work remotely in their homes, in offices, and in hoteling spaces. All work, including remote work, should be performed within Arizona unless an exception is properly authorized in advance. Major duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to: • Monitor compliance with State and Federal regulations, tracking, and trending case management data to include escalation of and action taken by case management team in response to COOP initiation, quality of care concerns and/or health and safety/immediate jeopardy concerns. Receive, research, document, and resolve quality of care and/or health and safety issues utilizing standardized processes. Track, trend, and monitor the status of cases to ensure accurate and timely completion and appropriate referrals using a centralized case management tracking database. Ensure research and resolution of issues or concerns promptly as assigned and identify systemic issues for AHCCCS to address. • Ensure quality of care to AHCCCS members, including ensuring member dignity and respect, focused on their unique special health care needs, timely correspondence, and resolution of the quality of care concern. Use independent judgment regarding data to research, status level, interventions, and appropriate resolution. • Contributes clinical knowledge to assist in the resolution of quality of care concerns, clinical reviews and Operational Reviews. Completes an independent review of data and other deliverables, technical assistance, and focused studies/reviews, including the behavioral health delivery system, to ensure compliance with contractual and policy requirements for all lines of business. Follow-up on written reports, action plans, provider education, and related actions as appropriate. • Provide education and technical assistance to internal and external stakeholders as appropriate, regarding covered services, and contractual or policy requirements, accurately and consistently to improve compliance with AHCCCS requirements and improve quality of care and service to AHCCCS members. • Develop improved processes and procedures to improve the efficiency of the unit. Lead special projects and reviews to ensure completion within the designated timelines. Provide ongoing updates to Management. • Develop metrics for population-specific outcome objectives. Tracking, evaluation, analysis, and revision of metrics as needed based on the ongoing analysis of member data. • Conduct on-site investigations regarding possible health and safety concerns, immediate jeopardy situations, and other situations supporting AHCCCS initiatives and ventures. Occasionally, and may be required outside of normal business hours and weekends. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs): Knowledge of: • State and Federal Policies and Procedures governing Title XIX, Title XXI, Managed Care, and LTC Supports and Services • Current standards of medical/ behavioral practice and modes of delivery for acute and non-acute medical/behavioral care/services • Data management and utilization review regulations, rules and processes • AHCCCS and Medicaid regulations, policies, and procedures and applicable federal and state statutes, regulations and rules • Medical/nursing practice, medical case management protocols, utilization review protocols as related to the acute, LTC, chronic long-term elderly and physically disabled, developmentally disabled, and behavioral/mental health • Case management development, implementation, and ongoing review Skill in: • Acute nursing and clinical processes including assessment, planning, intervention, and evaluation • Clinical assessment skill • Techniques to select a particular approach to analyze develop or implement a policy, project management methodologies, and Behavioral Health delivery system • Problem-solving techniques, evaluation, and initiation of appropriate action • Excellent communication, verbal and written • Organizational skills for setting priorities, workload, and record-keeping • Strong interpersonal skills in working with agency management, and people of diverse cultures and socioeconomic backgrounds • Project management to meet goals and deadlines • Research and analytical skills • Documentation and reporting of data and trends Ability to: • Strong ability to collaborate with others for a mutually beneficial outcome • Interpret clinical information and assess implications for treatment • Read, interpret and apply complex rules and regulations • Independent decision making, yet knowing when to elevate an issue or concern • Assess variables which impact health and functioning • Make effective decisions in a high volume, fast paced environment • Write comprehensive reports Selective Preference(s): Minimum: Must maintain a current Arizona medical license (RN or higher) or Arizona Behavioral Health license (Associate or higher) and 3 years of relevant healthcare experience. May require a valid Arizona Driver License for travel-related duties. Preferred: Experience in Prior Authorization, Utilization Management, claims review, auditing, or managed care; knowledge of population served. Pre-Employment Requirements: • Successfully pass fingerprint background check, prior employment verifications and reference checks; employment is contingent upon completion of the above-mentioned process and the agency’s ability to reasonably accommodate any restrictions. • Travel may be required for State business. Employees who drive on state business must complete any required driver training (see Arizona Administrative Code R2-10-207.12.) If this position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job to conduct State business, then the following requirements apply: Driver’s License Requirements. All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify). Benefits: Among the many benefits of a career with the State of Arizona, there are: • 10 paid holidays per year • Paid Vacation and Sick time off (13 and 12 days per year respectively) - start earning it your 1st day (prorated for part-time employees) • Paid Parental Leave-Up to 12 weeks per year paid leave for newborn or newly-placed foster/adopted child. Learn more about the Paid Parental Leave pilot program here. • Other Leaves - Bereavement, civic duty, and military. • A top-ranked retirement program with lifetime pension benefits • A robust and affordable insurance plan, including medical, dental, life, and disability insurance • Participation eligibility in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (must meet qualifications) • RideShare and Public Transit Subsidy • A variety of learning and career development opportunities By providing the option of a full-time or part-time remote work schedule, employees enjoy improved work/life balance, report higher job satisfaction, and are more productive. Remote work is a management option and not an employee entitlement or right. An agency may terminate a remote work agreement at its discretion. Learn more about the Paid Parental Leave program here . For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona, please visit our benefits page Retirement: Lifetime Pension Benefit Program • Administered through the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) • Defined benefit plan that provides for life-long income upon retirement. • Required participation for Long-Term Disability (LTD) and ASRS Retirement plan. • Pre-taxed payroll contributions begin after a 27-week waiting period (prior contributions may waive the waiting period). Deferred Retirement Compensation Program • Voluntary participation. • Program administered through Nationwide. • Tax-deferred retirement investments through payroll deductions. Contact Us: Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation such as a sign language interpreter or an alternative format by emailing careers@azahcccs.gov. Requests should be made as early as possible to allow time to arrange the accommodation. The State of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer.
DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS' SERVICES For Veterans and those who care for them. REGISTERED NURSE - POOL Job Location: Arizona State Veterans' Home- Flagstaff 2100 North Gemini Road Flagstaff, AZ 86004 Posting Details: Salary: Up To $41.60 hourly (DOE) Grade: 1 Closing Date: March 13, 2026 Job Summary: Would you like to be part of an amazing team that helps veterans thrive? At the Arizona Department of Veterans' Services (ADVS), we are committed to serving and honoring veterans, service members, and their families by ensuring that they receive the highest quality services so that they can thrive for a lifetime! We are looking for compassionate Registered Nurses (RNs). Your rewards: • Flexible Scheduling: You will have the opportunity to work a flexible schedule, working as needed. This arrangement allows you to enjoy the flexibility that supports work-life balance. • Professional Growth: You will have the opportunity to engage in continuous learning and improvement through the Arizona Management System (AMS). Your contribution: • Meaningful Work: Your dedication will directly enhance the lives of veterans, providing them with the care and respect that they deserve. • Continuous Improvement: Participate in facility meetings, training sessions, and the implementation of the Arizona Management System (AMS) to achieve continuous improvement and efficiency • Team Collaboration: Participate in multidisciplinary staff meetings and training to develop patient care plans and improve your knowledge, skills, and abilities Pool commitments: • Work one weekend (Saturday or Sunday) shift per month, two additional shifts per month, and one state service holiday per year • Participate in one hour of in-service training per month • Maintain reliability: In order to maintain seamless resident care, it is critical that essential Pool employees work required shifts. Job Duties: Administer medication and perform treatments on an assigned unit, as ordered by the physician and within scope of license Receives and delivers a variety of information regarding resident medical, social, functional and other needs Communicates with residents, family, and staff as necessary to ensure the resident receives appropriate care from the interdisciplinary team Performs the initial admission nursing assessment on a newly admitted resident Assists with the development of the Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments, ongoing quarterly reviews, and care plans Maintains appropriate clinical and administrative documentation regarding diagnosis, assessments, treatment, and summary of client progress Leads and performs limited supervision of subordinate staff and assists as needed with direct resident care for the completion of Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) including bathing, dressing, eating, toileting, personal hygiene mobility Conducts and participates in training and staff development programs for regularly employed staff and other duties as assigned Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs): Knowledge of: Gerontological/geriatric nursing theory and practice Resident condition and changing medical/physical /psychological care needs Effects of the aging process Practices and procedures of team nursing Practices and procedures for implementing treatment plans for resident/patient care Practices and procedures of pharmacology and medicines Federal, State and agency laws, rules and regulations governing general practical nursing practices and the security and control of medical supplies and medications and dispensing thereof Skill in: Professional nursing methods and techniques Observing and assessing behavior and progress of residents/patients Appling and interpreting State and agency laws and regulations governing geriatric nursing practices Developing and implementing patient care plans within a team nursing concept Oral and written communication Interpersonal skills Ability to: Assess client needs and evaluate usefulness or suitability of resources Work with difficult people; establish and maintain excellent working relationships with clients, client families, team member and service providers Selective Preference(s): One or more years of skilled nursing facility or long-term care experience preferred Pre-Employment Requirements: Current or temporary license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the state of Arizona Current Negative TB skin test (Mantoux skin test) within the last twelve months or a written statement from a physician, physician’s assistant or a registered nurse practitioner indicating freedom from Tuberculosis, if in the past has had a positive skin test or Tuberculosis Must be able to obtain and retain a fingerprint clearance card issued by the Arizona Department of Public Safety Current CPR card that was obtained by physical assessment This position requires the ability to drive on state business. Requires possession of and ability to retain a current, valid state-issued driver's license appropriate to the assignment. Employees who drive on State business are subject to driver's license record checks, must maintain acceptable driving records and must complete any required driver training (see A.AC. R2-10-207.11). If this position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job to conduct State business, then the following requirements apply: Driver’s License Requirements. All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify). Contact Us: If you have any questions please feel free to contact Paul Sharp at recruiting@azdvs.gov or (602) 781-7032 for assistance. The State of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer.
DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS' SERVICES For Veterans and those who care for them. REGISTERED NURSE - POOL Job Location: Arizona State Veterans' Home- Flagstaff 2100 North Gemini Road Flagstaff, AZ 86004 Posting Details: Salary: Up To $41.60 hourly (DOE) Grade: 1 Closing Date: April 6, 2026 Job Summary: Would you like to be part of an amazing team that helps veterans thrive? At the Arizona Department of Veterans' Services (ADVS), we are committed to serving and honoring veterans, service members, and their families by ensuring that they receive the highest quality services so that they can thrive for a lifetime! We are looking for compassionate Registered Nurses (RNs). Your rewards: • Flexible Scheduling: You will have the opportunity to work a flexible schedule, working as needed. This arrangement allows you to enjoy the flexibility that supports work-life balance. • Professional Growth: You will have the opportunity to engage in continuous learning and improvement through the Arizona Management System (AMS). Your contribution: • Meaningful Work: Your dedication will directly enhance the lives of veterans, providing them with the care and respect that they deserve. • Continuous Improvement: Participate in facility meetings, training sessions, and the implementation of the Arizona Management System (AMS) to achieve continuous improvement and efficiency • Team Collaboration: Participate in multidisciplinary staff meetings and training to develop patient care plans and improve your knowledge, skills, and abilities Pool commitments: • Work one weekend (Saturday or Sunday) shift per month, two additional shifts per month, and one state service holiday per year • Participate in one hour of in-service training per month • Maintain reliability: In order to maintain seamless resident care, it is critical that essential Pool employees work required shifts. Job Duties: Administer medication and perform treatments on an assigned unit, as ordered by the physician and within scope of license Receives and delivers a variety of information regarding resident medical, social, functional and other needs Communicates with residents, family, and staff as necessary to ensure the resident receives appropriate care from the interdisciplinary team Performs the initial admission nursing assessment on a newly admitted resident Assists with the development of the Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments, ongoing quarterly reviews, and care plans Maintains appropriate clinical and administrative documentation regarding diagnosis, assessments, treatment, and summary of client progress Leads and performs limited supervision of subordinate staff and assists as needed with direct resident care for the completion of Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) including bathing, dressing, eating, toileting, personal hygiene mobility Conducts and participates in training and staff development programs for regularly employed staff and other duties as assigned Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs): Knowledge of: Gerontological/geriatric nursing theory and practice Resident condition and changing medical/physical /psychological care needs Effects of the aging process Practices and procedures of team nursing Practices and procedures for implementing treatment plans for resident/patient care Practices and procedures of pharmacology and medicines Federal, State and agency laws, rules and regulations governing general practical nursing practices and the security and control of medical supplies and medications and dispensing thereof Skill in: Professional nursing methods and techniques Observing and assessing behavior and progress of residents/patients Appling and interpreting State and agency laws and regulations governing geriatric nursing practices Developing and implementing patient care plans within a team nursing concept Oral and written communication Interpersonal skills Ability to: Assess client needs and evaluate usefulness or suitability of resources Work with difficult people; establish and maintain excellent working relationships with clients, client families, team member and service providers Selective Preference(s): One or more years of skilled nursing facility or long-term care experience preferred Pre-Employment Requirements: Current or temporary license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the state of Arizona Current Negative TB skin test (Mantoux skin test) within the last twelve months or a written statement from a physician, physician’s assistant or a registered nurse practitioner indicating freedom from Tuberculosis, if in the past has had a positive skin test or Tuberculosis Must be able to obtain and retain a fingerprint clearance card issued by the Arizona Department of Public Safety Current CPR card that was obtained by physical assessment This position requires the ability to drive on state business. Requires possession of and ability to retain a current, valid state-issued driver's license appropriate to the assignment. Employees who drive on State business are subject to driver's license record checks, must maintain acceptable driving records and must complete any required driver training (see A.AC. R2-10-207.11). If this position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job to conduct State business, then the following requirements apply: Driver’s License Requirements. All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify). Contact Us: If you have any questions please feel free to contact Paul Sharp at recruiting@azdvs.gov or (602) 781-7032 for assistance. The State of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer.
