Day Program Nurse (LPN / RN) – DTA & Community Program
AJ's Safe Place Residential Group Home
Phoenix, Arizona
- Eligibility
- RN/LPNDevelopmental DisabilitiesBehavioral HealthCommunity CareAdult Day Care
- Shift
- Days
Posted Jun 24
What the listing says
Role
- Schedule
- Days
- Weekends
- No weekends
- Term
- Permanent
- On the floor
- No charge shifts · No precepting
- Setting
- Clinic
- Accepts
- RN/LPN
Ratio not posted. Ask in the interview.
Pay
- Against the board
- Below most AZ staff postings
- Relocation
- No help offered
AZ staff postings that state pay run $24/hr to $59/hr, the middle half $38/hr to $51/hr, across 375 postings.
About this role
We are seeking a compassionate and dependable Day Program Nurse to support the health and safety of adults participating in our Day Treatment for Adults (DTA) and Group Supported Employment (GSE) programs within a DDD-certified environment.
The ideal candidate will have experience working with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, behavioral health needs, or community-based programs. This role focuses on health oversight, medication support, wellness monitoring, and ensuring members remain safe and supported while participating in daily activities and community outings.
This position is ideal for a nurse who enjoys working outside of traditional clinical settings and supporting individuals in a person-centered, community-based environment.
Key Responsibilities
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Health Oversight & Safety
- Provide general health monitoring and nursing oversight for members attending the day program
- Monitor members for changes in health status or medical concerns
- Perform vital sign checks and health assessments when needed
- Provide basic first aid and respond to minor medical concerns
Medication Management
- Assist with medication administration as ordered
- Maintain Medication Administration Records (MAR) and medication cards
- Monitor medication compliance and documentation accuracy
- Coordinate medication-related concerns with physicians, pharmacies, and leadership
Nursing Support
- Monitor members with chronic health conditions such as diabetes, seizures, or mobility limitations
- Check blood sugars when required
- Administer insulin if ordered
- Ensure medical supplies and medical bags are stocked and ready for outings
Documentation & Compliance
- Maintain accurate health documentation and medical records
- Support DDD, AHCCCS, and HCBS compliance standards related to health services
- Monitor incident reports and assist with health-related documentation in systems such as Therap or AxisCare
Community Participation & Outings
- Accompany members on community volunteer outings and activities
- Carry a medical bag and provide health support when needed during outings
- Support members in participating safely in community activities and employment readiness programs
Volunteer locations may include
- St. Vincent de Paul
- Feed My Starving Children
- Keep Phoenix Beautiful
- Other community volunteer opportunities
Team Collaboration
- Work closely with Direct Support Professionals (DSPs), job coaches, and program leadership
- Provide guidance to staff regarding health needs and safety practices
- Communicate effectively with families, guardians, and support coordinators when needed
Required Skills & Qualifications
- Active Arizona LPN or RN license
- Knowledge of developmental disabilities and DDD service environments
- Strong communication skills when working with individuals with disabilities and multidisciplinary teams
- Ability to respond to medical or behavioral needs with compassion and professionalism
- Ability to maintain accurate health documentation
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience working in DDD programs, adult day programs, behavioral health, or group homes
- Familiarity with documentation systems such as Therap or AxisCare
- Current CPR / First Aid certification
- Valid Fingerprint Clearance Card
- Article 9 certification (or willingness to obtain)
- Bilingual (Spanish/English) is a plus
Make a Difference
Join a mission-driven team dedicated to improving the lives of adults with developmental disabilities. Through compassionate nursing support, community engagement, and a commitment to safety and wellness, you will help members live fuller, healthier, and more independent lives.
Job Type
Full Time or Part Time
Schedule
- Monday to Friday
- Day shift
- No nights
- Weekends as needed
Ability to Commute
Phoenix, AZ 85003 (Required)
Ability to Relocate
Phoenix, AZ 85003: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location
In person
Sourced from a public job board.
Requirements
- Preferred Qualifications: Experience working in DDD programs, adult day programs, behavioral health, or group homes
- Preferred Qualifications: Familiarity with documentation systems such as Therap or AxisCare
- Preferred Qualifications: Current CPR / First Aid certification
- Preferred Qualifications: Valid Fingerprint Clearance Card
- Preferred Qualifications: Article 9 certification (or willingness to obtain)
- Preferred Qualifications: Bilingual (Spanish/English) is a plus
Place
- City
- Phoenix, Arizona
- Median rent
- $1,582/mo
- Local household income
- $81,332/yr
- Metro price level
- 3% above the national average
rent and tenant-paid utilities · Census ACS 2024
all local households, not nurse pay · Census ACS 2024
Phoenix area index 103.3, where 100 is the national average.
Phoenix drops you into the Sonoran Desert — hike Camelback Mountain before a sunrise shift, eat your way down Roosevelt Row, and settle among Arcadia's grapefruit trees. Cost of living sits about 3% above the national average. Trade snow shovels for trail runners year-round and plug into a valley-wide hospital network hungry for bedside RNs.
Cost figures from U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis · 2024 metro Regional Price Parities · Census ACS 2024.
How this role fits you
About the employer
AJ's Safe Place Residential Facility Incorporated is a Phoenix, Arizona-based organization serving individuals with developmental disabilities across all stages of life. The facility provides 24/7 supervised care in group home settings, along with Day Treatment for Adults (DTA), Group Supported…
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