Nurse - Direct Care Setting

Department of economic security

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Nurse - direct care setting

Job Location

Division of Developmental Disabilities (DDD) 4000 North Central Avenue, Phoenix, Arizona 85012

Shift

NOC (Overnight)

Posting Details

• Salary: $86,000.00 - $88,000.00
• Grade: N1
• Closing Date: August 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)

The Department of Economic Security, Division of Developmental Disabilities (DDD), is seeking an experienced and highly motivated individual to join our team as a Nurse- Direct Care Setting. DDD provides individuals with developmental disabilities and their families with 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

Drives to Intermediate Care Facilities several times a week to meet with members with developmental disabilities, completes nursing assessments to determine member health needs; makes appropriate nursing diagnosis and submits it to designated departments. Participates in fact-finding related to medical issues; completes monitoring of medical care, monitors medical administration systems; provides feedback. Notes orders and prepares reports for basic care, nursing assessments, and Individual Support Plans (ISPs).

Completes utilization review on caseload and document on-going medical needs; submits to designated department; participates in discharge and admission planning. Examines and analyzes medical records and charts to ensure quality care. Develops educational material and provides training classes for staff at office locations.

Attends required meetings, driving to training and meeting locations as necessary. Assists with problem-solving related to medical policies and procedures. Participates in the development of policies and procedures.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs)

Knowledge in

Nursing theory and practice, especially regarding individuals with developmental disabilities Intermediate Care Facilities for Individuals with Intellectual Disabilities (ICF/IID) and State Licensing requirements. State Nurse Practice Act Title XIX federal regulations and licensing standards Agency and Division State-Operated Services policy and procedures Member condition and medical/physical changing care needs Interdisciplinary team planning process

Skills In

• Nursing assessment (all skills allowed by scope of practice)
• Providing appropriate treatment in emergency situations
• Making sound medical decisions
• Time Management & Interpersonal communication
• Developing, analyzing, and implementing treatment care plans
• Effective problem-solving

Ability to

Listen, observe, assess, and respond to medical emergencies Make independent decisions regarding member health concerns Present training material in a clear and precise manner Respond to medical issues/inquires in a professional manner Work with professional and non-professional staff to ensure the health and safety of residents

Selective Preference(s)

The ideal candidate for this position will have

At least 1 year of experience in providing professional hands-on nursing services to individuals with developmental disabilities and at least 1 year of experience in professional community nursing.

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). Possession of a current license to practice as a registered nurse in the State of Arizona.

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

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.