State of Arizona
Hiring nurses in Phoenix, AZ
- $55k–$88k/yr posted pay across 6 roles
- Sign-on bonus up to $5,000 on 2 roles
- Hiring days and nights
From 7 postings · Employer research Jul 6, 2026
The short version
The State of Arizona employs nursing professionals across multiple state agencies and departments, with roles spanning care management, long-term care, and specialized services for vulnerable populations.
Employer research, Jul 6, 2026
Who it fits
Best fit
- LPNs and LVNs: 2 of 7 roles accept an LPN or LVN
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Benefits
As a state government employer, benefits typically may include state employee health insurance and retirement options, but these are not confirmed by the provided job descriptions.
The hard parts
Complex patient populations with multiple comorbidities (I/DD, pregnancy, behavioral conditions, chronic diseases) may create demanding workloads
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Pool/per diem positions require specific minimum commitments including weekend shifts and state service holidays
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Care management across multiple specialized populations (Tribal Health, pregnant members, CRS conditions) may involve high case complexity
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State government employment may involve bureaucratic processes and administrative requirements
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What to ask
- How is base pay set for the role, and which differentials apply?
- Which shifts are open, and what are the weekend, holiday and call rules?
- How long is orientation, and will I have one preceptor?
- What does a usual day’s workload look like?
- Where would I work, and on which unit or team?
Common questions
Does State of Arizona hire new grads?
3 of 7 roles ask for nursing experience, and none says it welcomes new grads.
Is there a sign-on bonus?
Yes, on 2 of 7 roles, up to $5,000.
Which shifts are open?
Of the 4 roles with a stated shift, 3 are day shifts and 1 is a night shift.
Which units are hiring?
Complex care (1), geriatrics (1) and patient case managers & advocates (1).
How do I apply?
Choose a role and press Apply. Your application comes to our team, we send it to State of Arizona, and we tell you what happens next.
Roles from State of Arizona
- Sign-on bonus
- LPN
- 12-hour days
Quality Assurance Investigative Nurse
$66,000–$78,000/year
- RN
- Day shift
- Tuition reimbursement
- Sign-on bonus
- LPN
- 12-hour days
Nurse - Direct Care Setting
$86,000–$88,000/year
- RN
- Night shift
- Tuition reimbursement
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