LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE (LPN)

Job Location: Division of Developmental Disabilities (DDD) 3322 East Pinchot Avenue, Phoenix, Arizona 85018

Salary: $67,000.00 - $70,000.00

Grade: LPN

Closing Date: November 2, 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. 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 Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN). 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.

Job Duties: Essential Duties and Responsibilities include but are not limited to: Performs medical testing on member residents of DDD State Operated Residential Services. Performs nursing assessments in conjunction with the RN in emergency care of resident members. Performs routine nursing care and vital signs on resident members. Obtains and processes lab specimens for resident members. Maintains on-ground communication to coordinate healthcare with the RN. Receives and reconciles pharmacy deliveries, ensuring that the medications for member residents match the orders. Delivers and accounts for medications delivered to the homes. Completes orders for supplies and reorders. Assists with physician clinic. Transport resident members in a State Operated assigned accessible state vehicle to and from medical appointments, group outings, and other necessary events outside the state operated facility. Residents in state-operated facilities need to be transported with required medical equipment, requiring the state-operated assigned accessible state vehicles. Trains staff on the health status of member residents, medical testing, discharge expectations, etc. Administers medications, injections, and special treatments to member residents. Completes documentation in member residents' files and health records/forms in compliance with Health Services directives.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: (KSAs): Knowledge in: ID Client nursing theory and practice 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 Proper nursing documentation Member condition and medical/physical changing care needs Medication administration practices Skills In: Nursing assessment (all skills allowed by scope of practice) Providing appropriate treatment in emergency situations Making nursing judgment and effective problem solving Time Management & Interpersonal communication Communicating clearly and concisely in writing and verbally Providing formal instructions Developing, analyzing, and implementing treatment care plans and documenting properly. 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 individuals Work in an interdisciplinary process. 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.

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 Contact Us: For questions about this career opportunity, please contact Ariana Dominguez at 480-790-1749 or arianadominguez@azdes.gov.