DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS' SERVICES For Veterans and those who care for them. NURSING SUPERVISOR - REGISTERED NURSE Job Location: Arizona State Veterans' Home - Phoenix 4141 North S Herrera Way Phoenix, Arizona 85012 Posting Details: Salary: Up to $43.4922 (DOE) Grade: N2 Closing Date: March 12, 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 they can thrive for a lifetime! We are looking for a compassionate Nurse Supervisor- Registered Nurse. This essential position coordinates treatment to provide comprehensive wound assessments and plan of care, including treatment recommendations, goals, implementation of treatment, evaluation, and outcomes for patients in the Arizona State Veterans Home- Phoenix. 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: Supervise nursing staff assigned to shift Counsel staff Recommend discipline as needed Oversee and assist with admissions to and discharges from the facility Make rounds of veteran/member areas to ensure proper level and quality of care Follow up on all veteran/member issues. Provide direct care as required May perform difficult nursing procedures Provide support and consultation to the nursing staff on clinical issues Ensure compliance with facility policies and procedures and State, Federal and VA regulations Oversee daily staff assignments to ensure that the facility is appropriately staffed to meet the Veteran/Member needs in the most efficient and effective manner May reassign staff or call in additional staff as necessary to maintain coverage through the shift Participate in the selection of nursing staff Interview and makes recommendation regarding hire Orient new staff Assist with the planning and delivery of in-service training for assigned shift Assist in development of policies and procedures Assist with quality assurance audits Report to and take appropriate actions in emergency situations Contact the Director of Nursing Services and/or Administrator with significant issues (e.g., abuse, neglect, misappropriation of property or funds, fire or police involvement, elopements, etc.) in accordance with facility policies and regulations Assist in conducting investigations Obtain, assign and maintain inventory of supplies, equipment and medications during the hours that the warehouse is closed Assume staff assignments when necessary Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs): Knowledge of: Principles, practices and techniques of professional licensed nursing care as applied to a skilled nursing environment Gerontological/Geriatric nursing theory and practices Resident condition and changing medical/physical/psychological care needs Effects of aging process Community and medical resources necessary to provide quality care Practices and procedures of team nursing Practices and procedures of developing treatment plans for resident/patient care Practices and procedures of pharmacology and medicines Federal, State, VA, and agency laws, rules and regulations governing the practice of nursing within a skilled nursing facility, general professional nursing practices and the security and control of medical supplies and medications and dispensing thereof Effective supervision Basic staff development principles necessary for training subordinate staff State Personnel System Rules Skill in: Professional nursing methods and techniques Observing and assessing behavior and progress of patients Problem-solving Applying and interpreting state and agency laws and regulations governing geriatric nursing practices Developing and carrying out patient care plans within a team nursing concept Verbal and written communication Supervision and leadership The ability to: Abide by nursing regulations Listen, observe, assess and respond to medical emergencies Evaluate, analyze, make independent decisions and follow up regarding client health problems Respond to medical issues/inquiries in a professional manner Work with professional and non-professional staff to ensure health and safety of residents Establish and maintain effective work relationships Learn, implement, and monitor Arizona Management System (AMS) methods Selective Preference(s): Long-term care experience Supervisory/ Management experience 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 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 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 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 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 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 1455 South Alvernon Way, Tucson, Arizona 85711 Posting Details: Salary: $67,000.00 - $78,000.00 Grade: N1 Closing Date: March 11, 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. This position may offer the ability to work remotely, within Arizona, based upon the department's business needs and continual meeting of expected performance measures. 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. 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; completingnursing referrals; assists with receiving medical equipment; coordinating skilled nursing services; followinghospitalizations and emergency department visits; collaborating with interdisciplinary teams for dischargeplanning. ● Conducts visits in-person (interstate travel is required) to develop relationships and familiarize with familydynamics/needs/supports; makes appropriate referrals to community agencies; participates in multidisciplinary planning meetings to determine and identify appropriate services per policies and guidelines established byDDD’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; advocatesfor members’ rights and needs; assigns authorizations to appropriate, selected providers; assists in conflictresolution 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 andbehavioral 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 Statebusiness, then the following requirements apply: Driver’s License Requirements . Any employee operating amotor 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 licensemust be current, unexpired, and neither revoked nor suspended. Employees who drive on state business aresubject to Driver's license record checks, must maintain acceptable driving records, and must complete allrequired driver training. An employee who operated a personally owned vehicle on state business shallmaintain 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 theabove-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 RevisedStatutes 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 CentralRegistry 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 EmploymentEligibility 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 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: 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 VETERANS' SERVICES For Veterans and those who care for them. RESTORATIVE NURSING ASSISTANT Job Location: Arizona State Veterans' Home - Tucson 555 East Ajo Way Tucson, Arizona 85713 Posting Details: Salary: $16.75- $20.50 (DOE) Grade: 13 Closing Date: March 11, 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 they can thrive for a lifetime! We are looking for a compassionate Restorative Nursing Assistant. This integral position assists nursing and rehab professionals carry out restorative programs for individual and groups of residents. Your rewards: • The opportunity to receive a lifetime pension and healthcare benefits! • Generous paid time-off benefits • Wellness, employee assistance programs, and so much more! Your Contribution: • Provide the highest quality direct care services to veterans • 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: Provide restorative nursing services as designated by the Licensed Nurse and/or Therapist to assist residents to increase independence in day-to-day activities such as mobility, eating, and grooming Assist and instruct Certified Nursing Assistants in the proper delivery of ADL (Activities of Daily Living) care such as: transfers, positioning, exercise, feeding, toileting, and the proper use of equipment and assistive devices such as braces, splints, walkers, lifts and prostheses Document resident’s participation and response to restorative nursing care and report changes in resident condition to the charge nurse or the restorative nurse Complete and record residents weights on a weekly or monthly basis Maintain stock or equipment and maintain a safe, neat, and efficient working environment Attend meetings and in-services as directed by facility (i.e. restorative rehab meetings) Be actively involved in AMS processes such as Huddle Boards, Problem Solving, Job Breakdown Sheets, Success Tracking, and Standardized work Participate fully in the QAPI process, our Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement program mandate by CMS Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs): Knowledge of: Restorative practices and techniques of group and individual programs Principles, methods, materials, and equipment used in physical therapy, occupational therapy and/ or speech language pathology Hazards for residents during treatment, precautions to be observed in lifting and moving residents, and if necessary, precautionary, and remedial measures Basic medical and rehabilitation terminology, documentation, and reporting practices Basic needs and problems of nursing home residents The principles of resident's rights, infection control, and personal and resident safety Skill in: Motivating residents to maximize participation as deemed appropriate by individual treatment plans Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with residents, coworkers and residents' families Oral and written communication Observation of resident response to interventions and programs Demonstrating various therapeutic interventions Ability to: Lift and reposition residents without restrictions Identify abnormal or unusual responses or conditions of residents that require reporting to the Licensed Nurse Operate a variety of therapeutic equipment Identify and seek out resources of information to assist in problem solving Tactfully and effectively interact with residents, family members, and coworkers during high-stress situations Selective Preference(s): Experience in a healthcare environment Previous experience as a Certified Nursing Assistant in a skilled nursing facility Completion of an on-the-job restorative aide orientation program Pre-Employment Requirements: An active certification as a Certified Nursing Assistant in Arizona A valid fingerprint clearance card issued by the Arizona Department of Public Safet 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). Benefits: The Arizona Department of Veterans' 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 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 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 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. REGISTERED NURSE CASE MANAGER Job Location: Division of Developmental Disabilities Specialty District Serving Districts Central, East and West 4000 North Central Avenue, Phoenix, Arizona 85012 Posting Details: Salary: $81,000- $86,000 Grade: 22 Closing Date: March 4, 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 Registered Nurse Case Manager in the Specialty District. 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: • Convene and facilitate in-person, multi-disciplinary Person-Centered Service Plan (PCSP) meetings to determine and identify services. Coordinate and monitor member long term care, physical and behavioral health services. Responsibilities include vendor calls for long term care services, CRS referrals, specialized transportation, discharge, specialty care, arranging for medical equipment, coordinating skilled nursing or home health services. • Completes additional documentation pertaining to care coordination of physical and behavioral health needs of Division members. Attends staffing and discharge planning meetings and talks/meets with appropriate health plan and health care professionals to network to provide continuity of care for member. • Conducts assessment of member’s physical, behavioral, & long-term care needs to develop comprehensive care plans for prevention, outcome improvement, decrease risk status, & increase self-care opportunities. The assessment to include Social Determinants of Health; social & economic factors, natural & built environments & policies & programs. Write comprehensive progress notes and maintain case records. • Conducts on-site visits to member/family homes, schools, and program sites to discuss member’s progress, needs and develop relationships. Become familiar with family dynamics/needs/supports and make appropriate referrals to community agencies. Provides oversight relating to services the member receives and reports quality of care concerns promptly per DDD’s policies and procedures. Assists with members/families in crisis. • Assesses nutritional status and needs of member and makes referral to RBHA, Dietician, Primary Care Physician, or health plan, as appropriate. Assists in assigned areas to complete audits/fact finding reviews; monitors and completes cost effective studies on assigned members. Prepare a variety of reports to include a Licensed Health Aid Hourly Nursing Assessment Tool. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs): Knowledge in: • Managed Care, Medicaid & Medicare concepts • Case management concepts, principles, and strategies • Nursing theories and practices related to individuals with developmental disabilities and behavioral health conditions. • Interdisciplinary team planning processes • Person centered planning strategies Skills In: • Case Management (Interviewing, Advocacy, Collaboration) • Comprehensive nursing assessment & needs analysis • Building consensus, continuous quality improvement and financial accountability • Critical Interviewing techniques. • Developing, analyzing and implementing health treatment plans Ability to: • Work with other physicians and health professionals • Work with the legal system • Observe and assess health status and needs of individuals with developmental disabilities and behavioral health conditions • Prioritize and multi-task to manage workload and meet time lines • Interpret and apply DDD Policies and Procedures Selective Preference(s): The ideal candidate for this position will have: • A Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) from an accredited college or university. Two years of experience working as a registered nurse in behavioral health, home care, hospice or long-term care is highly desirable. Knowledge of the current Medicaid and Behavioral Health service delivery system a plus. 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 • Flexible schedules to create a work/life balance 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. Requests should be made as early as possible to allow time to arrange the accommodation.
DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS' SERVICES For Veterans and those who care for them. LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE - POOL Job Location: Arizona State Veterans' Home - Tucson 555 East Ajo Way Tucson, Arizona 85713 Posting Details: Salary: Up To $28.60 hourly (DOE) Grade: 02 Closing Date: March 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 Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs). This integral position carries out all geriatric nursing care, treatment, and services in a professional and prescribed manner within the scope of license. Your rewards: • Flexible Scheduling: As a pool employee, 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. (Night shifts include differential pay) • 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: Administers medication and performs treatments on an assigned unit as ordered by the physician and within scope of license. (Medications may be in a variety of forms including oral, enteral, parenteral, suppository, etc. Treatments may include sterile and aseptic wound cleaning and dressing, postural drainage and percussion, tracheostomy, gastrostomy and jejunostomy care and catheter care.) Observes and reports the effectiveness of medications and treatments. Ensures an adequate amount of supplies and medication are available. Receives and delivers a variety of information regarding the residents’ medical, social, functional and other needs. Participates in the receiving and giving of shift reports. Communicates with residents, family and staff as necessary to ensure the resident receives appropriate care from the interdisciplinary team. Completes the initial admission nursing assessment tool on a newly admitted resident. Assists with the development of the Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments, ongoing quarterly reviews and care plans. Supervises subordinate staff and assists as need with direct resident care for the completion of Activities of Daily Living (ADL’s) including bathing, dressing, observations, treatment and summary of resident progress. Conducts and participates in in-service training and staff development programs for regularly employed staff and other duties as assigned. Attends and participates in staff meetings. May collect and analyze data for quality improvement and infection control programs. Trains/orients new employees. Performs other technical duties as assigned (e.g., collects specimens and responds to emergency situations rapidly and appropriately.) 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: Practical nursing methods and techniques Observing and reporting behavior and progress of residents/patients Applying and interpreting State and agency laws and regulations governing geriatric nursing practices Assisting in the development and implementation of patient care plans within a team nursing concept Oral and written communication Interpersonal 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 Licensed Practical 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 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.
