RN Full-time
State of Arizona

REGISTERED NURSE - HIRING INCENTIVE!

State of Arizona Flagstaff, AZ, US

DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS' SERVICES

For Veterans and those who care for them.

REGISTERED NURSE - NIGHT SHIFT

12-hour shifts with every other weekend off (6:00 p.m. until 6:30 a.m.)

Job Location:

Arizona State Veterans' Home - Flagstaff
2100 North Gemini Drive 
Flagstaff, Arizona  86001

Posting Details:

Salary: Up to $37.5723 hourly (DOE) 

Grade: N1

Closing Date: June 10, 2026

Job Summary:

This position may be eligible for a $5,000 hiring incentive!

Would you like to be part of an amazing team that helps veterans thrive? At the Arizona Department of Veterans’ Services (AZDVS), we are committed to serving and honoring veterans, service members, and their families by ensuring that they receive the highest quality services so they can thrive for a lifetime!

We are looking for a compassionate Registered Nurse (RN).

Your rewards:
• The opportunity to receive a pension and healthcare benefits for a lifetime
• Generous paid time-off benefits
• Wellness, employee assistance programs, and so much more!

Your Contribution:
• Provide direct care services to veterans to improve their quality of life
• Participate in facility meetings, training sessions, and the implementation of the Arizona Management System (AMS) to achieve continuous improvement and efficiency
• Use and develop your potential within a supportive team environment

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 the residents’ 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 in-service training and staff development programs for regularly employed staff and other duties as assigned
  • Utilizes AMS concepts and tools for problem solving and continuous work/process improvements and efficiency
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs):

Knowledge of:

  • Gerontological/geriatric nursing theory and practices
  • Residents’ condition and changing medical/physical/psychological care needs
  • Effects of the aging process
  • Practices and procedures of team nursing
  • Practices and procedures of pharmacology and medicines
  • Federal, state and agency laws, rules, and regulations governing general professional nursing practices and the security and control of medical supplies and medications and dispensing thereof

Skill in:

  • Observing and assessing behavior and progress of patients
  • Applying and interpreting state and agency laws and regulations governing geriatric nursing practices
  • Effective oral and written communication
  • Building interpersonal relationships

Ability to:

  • Learn, implement and monitor AMS methods, and to use AMS concepts and tools for problem solving and continuous work/process improvement and efficiency
Selective Preference(s):

One or more years of skilled nursing facility or long-term care experience preferred

Pre-Employment Requirements:
  • Possession of an active 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
  • Ability 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
  • May be required to drive on state duty, valid driver's license is required

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:

The Department of Veteran's Services offers a comprehensive benefits package to include:
• Sick leave
• Vacation with 10 paid holidays per year
• Paid Parental Leave-Up to 12 weeks per year paid leave for newborn or newly-placed foster/adopted child (pilot program).
• Health and dental insurance
• Retirement plan
• Life insurance and long-term disability insurance
• Optional employee benefits include short-term disability insurance, deferred compensation plans, and supplemental life insurance

Learn more about the Paid Parental Leave pilot program here. For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona, please visit our benefits page

Retirement:

Positions in this classification participate in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS).  Please note, enrollment eligibility will become effective after 27 weeks of employment.

Contact Us:

If you have any questions please feel free to contact recruiting@azdvs.gov for assistance.

The State of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer.

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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.
RN Director of Nursing Full-time
State of Arizona

DIRECTOR OF NURSING

State of Arizona Phoenix, AZ
ARIZONA DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONS, REHABILITATION & REENTRY Our mission is to enhance public safety across Arizona through modern, effective correctional practices and meaningful engagements. The Arizona Department of Corrections, Rehabilitation and Reentry (ADCRR) is committed to creating a safe, secure, and humane correctional system. With public safety top of mind, ADCRR and its more than 8,000 officers and professional staff are driven by a heart for public service and a commitment to deliver perfect effort each day. ADCRR is redefining itself as an agency whose daily work centers on transparency, accountability, and fairness. DIRECTOR OF NURSING Job Location: Address: HEALTHCARE SERVICES DIVISION 701 East Jefferson Street Phoenix, Arizona 85034 https://corrections.az.gov/ Posting Details: Salary: $113,400.00 Grade: 26 Closing Date: Open Until Filled Job Summary: The Arizona Department of Corrections, Rehabilitation & Reentry (ADCRR) is seeking a highly experienced and strategic healthcare leader to serve as Director of Nursing. This executive-level position is responsible for the oversight of contracted vendors and the appropriate, timely, professional health services to inmates at the assigned state facilities and/or contracted prisons. This position will lead in the development of methodology for quality assurance audits and compliance with federal and state laws relevant to healthcare practice, ADCRR policies and procedures, various rules and regulations and the National Commission on Correctional Health Care (NCCHC) accreditation standards. Job Duties: - Provides managerial oversight and direction to subordinate staff that observes vendor and operational processes that pertains to inmate health care which may include medication administration and maintenance of medication areas - Ensures timely and appropriateness of care for inmate population - Conducts chart reviews and monitors patient care to support improved patient outcome - Completes special projects and assignments within given time frames - Prepares correspondences, reports and analysis and recommendations - Attends meetings and tours facilities as needed - Supervises, guides, and provides career development to subordinate staff - Approves leave requests and time sheets - Monitors and evaluates work products and performance - Drives on State Business - Other duties as assigned to the position Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs): Knowledge of: -Principles and practices of correctional healthcare management and supervision as set forth by the U.S. Constitution, National Commission on Correctional Health Care, American Correctional Association -Personnel and administrative procedures and laws (State and Federal) relative to licensed and/or certified health care staff, as well as general staff -Procedure analysis and policy development -Laws, rules regulations, policies and procedures pertaining to the privatization and administration of inmate medical, mental health, and dental care -Action plan development -Principles and practices of quality assurance -Development and implementation strategies -Advanced knowledge of the principles of fiscal management, including budget, procurement, and outside contracting -Computer skills in Windows operating system and general working knowledge of the Department’s standardized databases Skill in: -Verbal and written communication -Organization and time management -Interpersonal relationships as applied to contracts with internal and external officials, managers and representatives -Research and analysis -Delegation -Leadership -Motivation/mentoring -Counseling -Interviewing -Synthesizing and presenting information in support of project objectives -Interpreting contractual language -Data gathering -Public relations Ability to: -Direct, manage and evaluate the efficiency and effectiveness of medical, mental health and dental programs -Study and analyze policies, procedures, contracts/reports and recommend effective/efficient means of implementing goals and objectives -Compose correspondence and reports -Multi-task -Build and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external entities -Compile information and reports -Manage a diverse group of professionals -Make decisions and meet deadlines -Travel Selective Preference(s): Preferred a minimum of three (3) years experience in correctional healthcare administration and leadership roles Registered Nurse or higher clinical license Pre-Employment Requirements: Unrestricted Nursing License from the State of Arizona Board of Nursing Employment is contingent on the selected applicant passing a background investigation. In an effort to maintain a safe environment, all employees are required to take a Tuberculosis (TB) test during their New Employee Orientation and every year thereafter. If this position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job, then the following requirements apply. 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). 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: We offer an excellent and affordable comprehensive benefits package to meet the needs of our employees: - Vacation and sick days with 10 paid holidays per year - Paid Parental Leave-Up to 12 weeks per year paid leave for newborn or newly-placed foster/adopted child (pilot program). - Robust and affordable insurance plan to include medical, dental, life, short-term and long-term disability options - Exceptional retirement program - Optional employee benefits such as deferred compensation plans, credit union membership, and a wellness program - An incentivized commuter club and public transportation subsidy program . 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: Positions in this classification participate in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS). Enrollment eligibility will become effective after 27 weeks of employment. Current ADCRR Employees: Consult with your respective Human Resources Liaison if you are in a different retirement plan than the one indicated above. Contact Us: 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 calling (602) 255-2430. Requests should be made as early as possible to allow sufficient time to arrange the accommodation.