Licensed Practical Nurse (Day Shift) - Hiring Incentive!

Arizona Department of Administration • Phoenix, AZ

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Arizona Department of Veterans' Services is hiring a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) for the Arizona State Veterans' Home in Phoenix. This position provides geriatric nursing care, treatment, and services to residents in a professional manner and within the scope of the license. The role works with an interdisciplinary team to support veterans’ medical, social, functional, and other needs, and may supervise and assist subordinate staff with resident care.

The position offers an hourly salary of up to $31.0096, depending on experience, and is eligible for a hiring incentive. The posting closes November 4, 2026.

Requirements

• Current or temporary license to practice as a Licensed Practical Nurse in Arizona.
• Current CPR card obtained through physical assessment.
• Current negative TB skin test within the last 12 months, or a written statement from a physician, physician’s assistant, or nurse practitioner indicating freedom from tuberculosis if the applicant previously had a positive skin test or tuberculosis.
• Ability to obtain and retain a fingerprint clearance card issued by the Arizona Department of Public Safety.
• Knowledge of gerontological or geriatric nursing theory and practice, residents’ changing care needs, effects of aging, team nursing, treatment plans, pharmacology, and applicable laws and regulations.
• Skill in practical nursing methods and techniques; observing and reporting resident behavior and progress; applying and interpreting relevant laws and regulations; assisting with care plans; and oral and written communication.
• Ability to assess client needs, evaluate the suitability of resources, work with difficult people, and maintain effective relationships with clients, families, team members, and service providers.
• Newly hired State employees must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).

Nice To Haves

• One or more years of experience in a skilled nursing or long-term care facility.

Responsibilities

• Administer medications and perform physician-ordered treatments within the scope of the license.
• Observe and report the effectiveness of medications and treatments.
• Ensure adequate supplies and medications are available.
• Receive and share information about residents’ medical, social, functional, and other needs, including participating in shift reports.
• Communicate with residents, families, and staff to help ensure appropriate interdisciplinary care.
• Complete initial nursing assessments for newly admitted residents.
• Assist with Minimum Data Set assessments, quarterly reviews, and care plans.
• Supervise subordinate staff and assist with direct resident care and Activities of Daily Living.
• Conduct and participate in in-service training and staff development programs.
• Attend and participate in staff meetings and facility training, and contribute to implementation of the Arizona Management System.
• Collect and analyze data for quality improvement and infection control programs, as needed.
• Train and orient new employees.
• Perform other technical duties as assigned, such as collecting specimens and responding appropriately to emergencies.

Benefits

• Pension and healthcare benefits
• Paid time off
• Wellness programs
• Employee assistance programs
• Sick leave
• Vacation
• 10 paid holidays per year
• Paid parental leave of up to 12 weeks per year for a newborn or newly placed foster or adopted child (pilot program)
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Arizona State Retirement System retirement plan
• Life insurance
• Long-term disability insurance
• Optional short-term disability insurance
• Optional deferred compensation plans
• Optional supplemental life insurance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed