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NP Manager/Supervisor Full-time
State of Arizona

EXTRAORDINARY CARE TEAM MANAGER

State of Arizona Phoenix, AZ
$130,000 - $154,197.68 / year
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. EXTRAORDINARY CARE TEAM MANAGER Job Location: Division of Developmental Disabilities (DDD) 4000 North Central Avenue, Phoenix, Arizona 8501 Posting Details: Salary: $130,000.00 - $154,197.68 Grade: 29 Closing Date: March 31, 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 an Extraordinary Care Team Manager. 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: Trains and supervises a broad variety of necessary clinical staff in adult and child HCBS Needs Tool (HNT) and ECR,testifies as expert witnesses for DDD HNT and ECR Appeals. Develops and implements ongoing training programs and support for clinicians regarding the interpretation of Arizona Administrative Code (AAC), Arizona Revised Statutes (ASR), case law, AHCCCS, DDD policy and PEDI-CAT. Collaborates and coordinates with Support Coordinators, Office of Administrative Review (OAR), Attorney General Office (AGO) and other functional areas. Performs comprehensive record review (medical, psychological, school, therapy and other relevant documents) for the purpose of DDD HCBS, HNT, ECR appeals. Meets virtually with members and families. Administers PEDI-CAT. Participates in the determination of HCBS services for children/adults, including administrative hearing preparation, court appearance/testimony in HCBS disputes to represent the Division at hearings. Provides clinical consultation and support regarding DDD qualifying diagnoses, Home and Community Based Services (HCBS), and use of HNT. Establishes and reports departmental metrics to Health Care Services (HCS) leadership in accordance with Arizona Management System (AMS) Guidelines. Tracks cases that set judicial precedence and impacts Division processes. Supports the implementation of changes appropriately in accordance with updated case law. Supervises the MRRC to ensure member files are appropriately organized with timely completion of reviews. Provides leadership, mentoring, coaching, and direct supervision. Completes performance appraisals, authorizes leave, and approves Time Card for clinical staff and Medical Record Review Consultants (MRRC). Oversees special projects for HCS. Collaborates and provides additional support to the DDD Support Coordination. Attends huddles, consultation with planning teams upon request or provides or other identified needs with scope. Develops Policy, Procedure, and Standard Work for principles of action related to HNT appeals, ECR, and judicial hearings. Provides direction, and critical evaluation of policies to ensure compliance with relevant AHCCCS policies and deliverables. Serves as subject matter expert (SME) for HCS related to ECR processes to ensure consistency in HCBS and ECR decisions made interdepartmentally. Serves as the point of contact with stakeholders regarding questions related to DDD HNT and ECR practices and policies, AAC, and ASRS. Is a liaison between contractors, contracting agencies, HCS and Support Coordination (SC) providing support in policy and contract review when needed. Is a SME for the PEDI-CAT and similar tools' interpretation and provides training as needed. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs): Knowledge in: Federal regulations and practice regarding national developmentally disabled programming. Eligibility criteria for DDD qualifying diagnoses. Healthcare Administration. Current evidence based practice, principles, techniques, trends, and additional expertise in the area of developmental disabilities. Arizona Administrative Code (AAC), Arizona Revised Statute (ARS), and DDD Policy. Lean Management Principles and AMS. PEDI-CAT and similar assessments of functional skills. Strong familiarity with activities of daily living and instrumental activities of daily living. Skills In: Leadership and management. Generating conclusions and decisions from comprehensive report review in a timely manner. Report testing results in an appropriate manner. Providing critical and accurate review of comprehensive evaluations, testing modalities, and other relevant reports and preparing timely administrative reports. Interpersonal relations and communication. Effective time management. Ability to: Lead a multidisciplinary team including a broad variety of clinicians and administrative support staff. Work independently. Collaborate with departments outside HCS; external vendors and clinicians. Communicate effectively via video based conferencing, in person meetings, and in writing. Research effective nationwide practices and implement results into policy and procedural change requests. Engage in multidisciplinary team projects across disciplines to promote appropriate rule revision and implement legislative changes within the state. Review and interpret various medical, educational, therapy and psychological assessments including a working understanding of testing modalities as related to policy and administrative code. Clearly and logically answer and respond to questions verbally based on facts present in a medical record. Serve as SME within the organization and with contracted agencies and providers. Provide effective training to enhance staff knowledge and skill level. Write clear and concise summaries and reports based upon record review. Selective Preference(s): The ideal candidate for this position will have: Educational background in healthcare administration or 5+ years healthcare administration experience. Licensed psychologist in good standing with the Arizona Board of Psychologist Examiners or Board certified in Family Medicine, Internal Medicine, Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Child and Adolescent Psychologist or other relevant clinical experience. Knowledge in Lean Management Principles. Pre-Employment Requirements: As required by AHCCCS Contractor Operations Manual Chapter 400 – Operations: The Extraordinary Care Review (ECR) process shall be conducted by clinicians with relevant professional experience and licensure or certification. Any of the below clinical professionals may be utilized to meet this requirement, as long as their professional experience aligns with the specific diagnoses and needs of the child: (A): A developmental pediatrician, a child and adolescent psychiatrist, other appropriately licensed physicians as approved by AHCCCS, a registered nurse with additional training in behavioral health or complex medical conditions, a licensed occupational therapist, or a Board-Certified Behavior Analyst. 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 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 Joseph Deserio at 480-589-4222 or JDeserio@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 480-589-4222 or JDeserio@azdes.gov. Requests should be made as early as possible to allow time to arrange the accommodation.
RN Full-time
State of Arizona

HABILITATION NURSE 2

State of Arizona Surprise, AZ
$67,000 - $78,000 / year
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: Address: Division of Developmental Disabilities (DDD) 11526 West Bell Road, Surprise, Arizona 85378 Posting Details: Salary: $67,000.00 - $78,000.00 Grade: N1 Closing Date: March 23, 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; 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. 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 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 pag e 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.
NP Manager/Supervisor Full-time
State of Arizona

EXTRAORDINARY CARE TEAM MANAGER

State of Arizona Phoenix, AZ
$130,000 - $154,197.68 / year
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. EXTRAORDINARY CARE TEAM MANAGER Job Location: Division of Developmental Disabilities (DDD) 4000 North Central Avenue, Phoenix, Arizona 8501 Posting Details: Salary: $130,000.00 - $154,197.68 Grade: 29 Closing Date: March 20, 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 an Extraordinary Care Team Manager. 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: Trains and supervises a broad variety of necessary clinical staff in adult and child HCBS Needs Tool (HNT) and ECR,testifies as expert witnesses for DDD HNT and ECR Appeals. Develops and implements ongoing training programs and support for clinicians regarding the interpretation of Arizona Administrative Code (AAC), Arizona Revised Statutes (ASR), case law, AHCCCS, DDD policy and PEDI-CAT. Collaborates and coordinates with Support Coordinators, Office of Administrative Review (OAR), Attorney General Office (AGO) and other functional areas. Supervises the MRRC to ensure member files are appropriately organized with timely completion of reviews. Provides leadership, mentoring, coaching, and direct supervision. Completes performance appraisals, authorizes leave, and approves Time Card for clinical staff and Medical Record Review Consultants (MRRC). Provides clinical consultation and support regarding DDD qualifying diagnoses, Home and Community Based Services (HCBS), and use of HNT. Establishes and reports departmental metrics to Health Care Services (HCS) leadership in accordance with Arizona Management System (AMS) Guidelines. Tracks cases that set judicial precedence and impacts Division processes. Supports the implementation of changes appropriately in accordance with updated case law. Oversees special projects for HCS. Collaborates and provides additional support to the DDD Support Coordination. Attends huddles, consultation with planning teams upon request or provides or other identified needs with scope. Performs comprehensive record review (medical, psychological, school,therapy and other relevant documents) for the purpose of DDD HCBS, HNT, ECR appeals. Meets virtually with members and families. Administers PEDI-CAT. Participates in the determination of HCBS services for children/adults, including administrative hearing preparation, court appearance/testimony in HCBS disputes to represent the Division at hearings. Develops Policy, Procedure, and Standard Work for principles of action related to HNT appeals, ECR, and judicial hearings. Provides direction, and critical evaluation of policies to ensure compliance with relevant AHCCCS policies and deliverables. Serves as subject matter expert (SME) for HCS related to ECR processes to ensure consistency in HCBS and ECR decisions made interdepartmentally. Serves as the point of contact with stakeholders regarding questions related to DDD HNT and ECR practices and policies, AAC, and ASRS. Is a liaison between contractors, contracting agencies, HCS and Support Coordination (SC) providing support in policy and contract review when needed. Is a SME for the PEDI-CAT and similar tools' interpretation and provides training as needed. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs): Knowledge in: Federal regulations and practice regarding national developmentally disabled programming. Eligibility criteria for DDD qualifying diagnoses. Healthcare Administration. Current evidence based practice, principles, techniques, trends, and additional expertise in the area of developmental disabilities. Arizona Administrative Code (AAC), Arizona Revised Statute (ARS), and DDD Policy. Lean Management Principles and AMS. PEDI-CAT and similar assessments of functional skills. Strong familiarity with activities of daily living and instrumental activities of daily living. Skills In: Leadership and management. Generating conclusions and decisions from comprehensive report review in a timely manner. Report testing results in an appropriate manner. Providing critical and accurate review of comprehensive evaluations, testing modalities, and other relevant reports and preparing timely administrative reports. Interpersonal relations and communication. Effective time management. Ability to: Lead a multidisciplinary team including a broad variety of clinicians and administrative support staff. Work independently. Collaborate with departments outside HCS; external vendors and clinicians. Communicate effectively via video based conferencing, in person meetings, and in writing. Research effective nationwide practices and implement results into policy and procedural change requests. Engage in multidisciplinary team projects across disciplines to promote appropriate rule revision and implement legislative changes within the state. Review and interpret various medical, educational, therapy and psychological assessments including a working understanding of testing modalities as related to policy and administrative code. Clearly and logically answer and respond to questions verbally based on facts present in a medical record. Serve as SME within the organization and with contracted agencies and providers. Provide effective training to enhance staff knowledge and skill level. Write clear and concise summaries and reports based upon record review. Selective Preference(s): The ideal candidate for this position will have: Educational background in healthcare administration or 5+ years healthcare administration experience. Licensed psychologist in good standing with the Arizona Board of Psychologist Examiners or Board certified in Family Medicine, Internal Medicine, Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Child and Adolescent Psychologist or other relevant clinical experience. Knowledge in Lean Management Principles. Pre-Employment Requirements: As required by AHCCCS Contractor Operations Manual Chapter 400 – Operations: The Extraordinary Care Review (ECR) process shall be conducted by clinicians with relevant professional experience and licensure or certification. Any of the below clinical professionals may be utilized to meet this requirement, as long as their professional experience aligns with the specific diagnoses and needs of the child: (A): A developmental pediatrician, a child and adolescent psychiatrist, other appropriately licensed physicians as approved by AHCCCS, a registered nurse with additional training in behavioral health or complex medical conditions, a licensed occupational therapist, or a Board-Certified Behavior Analyst. 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 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 Joseph Deserio at 480-589-4222 or JDeserio@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 480-589-4222 or JDeserio@azdes.gov. Requests should be made as early as possible to allow time to arrange the accommodation.
LPN Full-time
State of Arizona

LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE - HIRING INCENTIVE!

State of Arizona Tucson, AZ
$26.31 - $31.01 / hour
DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS' SERVICES For Veterans and those who care for them. LICENSED PRACTICAL 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 - Tucson 555 East Ajo Way Tucson, Arizona 85713 Posting Details: Salary: $26.3083- $31.0096 hourly (DOE) A shift differential is paid for nights at 10% of base pay. Eligible weekend shifts receive supplemental pay at 10% of base pay. Grade: LPN Closing Date: March 20, 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 compassionate Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs). This integral position carries out all geriatric nursing care, treatment, and services in a professional and prescribed manner. 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: Administer 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.) Observe and report the effectiveness of medications and treatments Ensure an adequate amount of supplies and medication are available Receive and deliver a variety of information regarding resident medical, social, functional, and other needs Participate in receiving and giving of shift reports Communicate with residents, family, and staff as necessary to ensure residents receive appropriate care from the interdisciplinary team Complete the initial admission nursing assessment tool on a newly admitted resident Assist with the development of the Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments, ongoing quarterly reviews, and care plans Supervise subordinate staff and assist with direct resident care for the completion of Activities of Daily Living (ADL’s) including bathing, dressing, observations, treatment, and summary of resident progress Conduct and participate in in-service training and staff development programs for regularly employed staff and other duties as assigned Train/orient new employees Perform technical duties as assigned (e.g., collect specimens, respond 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 experience in a skilled nursing/ long-term care facility Pre-Employment Requirements: Current or temporary license to practice as a LPN 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 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 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 Paul Sharp at recruiting@azdvs.gov or (602) 781-7032 for assistance. The State of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer.
RN Full-time
State of Arizona

REGISTERED NURSE - HIRING INCENTIVE!

State of Arizona Tucson, AZ
DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS' SERVICES For Veterans and those who care for them. REGISTERED NURSE - NIGHT SHIFT 12- hour rotating shifts (6:00 p.m. - 6:30 a.m.) Job Location: Arizona State Veterans' Home - Tucson 555 East Ajo Way Tucson, Arizona 85713 Posting Details: Salary: Up to $37.5723 hourly (DOE) Grade: N1 Closing Date: March 19, 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 (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 compassionate Registered Nurses (RNs). This integral position carries out all geriatric nursing care, treatment and services in a professional, prescribed manner within the scope of license and in accordance with physician's orders. 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 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: 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 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 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 developing treatment plans for resident/patient care 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: Professional nursing methods and techniques Observing and assessing behavior and progress of patients 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 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: Current or temporary license to practice as a RN 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 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.
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