What are the responsibilities and job description for the NURSE - DIRECT CARE SETTING position at Arizona Department of Economic Security?
DEPARTMENT OF ECONOMIC SECURITY Your Partner For A Stronger Arizona.
DES works with families, community organizations, advocates and state and federal partners to realize our collective vision : A thriving Arizona.
DES serves more than 3 million Arizonans. Our Mission is to strengthen individuals, families, and communities for a better quality of life.
NURSE - DIRECT CARE SETTING
Job Location : Address : Division of Developmental Disabilities (DDD)
4000 North Central Avenue Phoenix, Arizona 85012 Posting Details : Salary : $86,000.00 – $88,000.00
Grade : N1
Closing Date : January 27, 2025 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. To learn more about DES please visit des.az.gov; or click on the link here to view ‘Our DES' video. 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 Nurse - Direct Care Setting. 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.
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 :
- Assesses health needs and completes a nursing assessment of members with developmental disabilities; makes nursing diagnosis and submits it to designated departments.
- Participates in fact findings related 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 and provides education classes for staff. Attends required meetings. Drives 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) :
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Benefits :
The Arizona Department of Economic Security offers a comprehensive benefits package to include :
Learn more about the Paid Parental Leave pilot 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 us 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.
Salary : $86,000 - $88,000
