HABILITATION NURSE SUPERVISOR

State of Arizona; Coolidge (AZ); On-site; USD 87,000 - 97,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Affordable medical, dental, life, and短

ASRS Retirement System participation

Paid holidays and vacation

Parental Leave Program

Tuition Reimbursement

Wellness programs

Stipend Opportunities

Rideshare and Public Transit Subsidy

Job summary

State of Arizona is seeking a Habilitation Nurse Supervisor in the Department of Economic Security, Division of Developmental Disabilities (DDD) located in Coolidge, AZ. The NOC shift runs 7:00 PM to 3:30 AM, with a salary range of $87,000.00–$97,000.00 and a closing date of Oct 23, 2026.

The role oversees nursing staff, ensures quality of care, and participates in policy development as part of the DES team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in nursing and active RN license.
• Experience supervising nursing staff and managing care for individuals with developmental disabilities.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills, with ability to train staff.

Responsibilities

• Make rounds to residences to monitor quality of nursing care and provide training.
• Perform medical record and medication audits; implement process improvements.
• Resolve medical issues with subordinates and participate in investigations as needed.
• Note orders and prepare reports for ISPs and care plans.
• Assist with corrective actions and engage with physicians, pharmacists, and health plans.

Skills

Nursing supervisory

Patient care supervision

Emergency care

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in nursing

Tools

RN license

Job description

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.

HABILITATION NURSE SUPERVISOR

Job Location:

Division of Developmental Disabilities (DDD)

2800 N. Highway 87, Coolidge, Arizona, 85128.

NOC Shift: 7:00 PM - 3:30 AM

Posting Details:

Salary: $87,000.00 - $97,000.00

Grade: N2

Closing Date: October 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), 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 ... (full paragraph continues without
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Job Duties:

• Make rounds to residences on grounds of the ATPC to monitor/supervise the quality of nursing care by subordinates; provide emergency care; consult with direct care staff on patient care. Provide immediate feedback and retraining when issues related to direct care are noted. Provide training to direct care staff on medically-related subjects. Assist with policy development. Promote a positive team atmosphere
• Performs medical record audits, analyzes findings and offers suggestions for process improvement when necessary. Performs medication observation audits, provides immediate staff retraining when necessary and provides audit findings to management for review. Perform medication room audit, assist with immediate resolution of issues identified, provide audit findings & suggestions for process improvement to management.
• Meet with subordinates to resolve problems and questions regarding medical issues concerning individuals, work processes, policies, organization; review performance. Assist with or participate fully with investigations regarding medical management of care.
• Note orders and prepare reports for basic care, nursing assessments, and Individual Service Plans (ISPs).
• Participate in the development of Corrective Action Plans for Title XIX, AHCCCS, Department of Health Services Licensing; policies and procedures for ICF/IIDs. Assist with ongoing monitoring to ensure compliance with corrective actions. Meet/confer with Division management, physicians, pharmacies, health plans, and other professionals as well non-professionals on issues related to the health care of residents.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs):

Knowledge in:

• Nursing Standards of Practice
• Management/Supervisory techniques

Skills In:

• Patient needs assessment
• Problem solving and communication (both oral and written)
• Time management
• supervision
• Investigation / fact finding

Ability to:

• Listen, assess and respond to emergency situations
• Provide supervision/direction to medical and non-medical staff
• Work in a 24-hour, 7 days / week environment
• Present in-service training in classroom setting

Selective Preference(s):

• a Bachelor's degree in nursing
• a minimum of three years nursing experience which includes the care of individuals with developmental disabilities
• a minimum of one year of supervisory experience

Pre-Employment Requirements:

• Required at time of appointment: possession of a current license to practice as a registered nurse in the State of Arizona.
• 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)).
• Employee shall have a valid Level One fingerprint clearance card issued pursuant to Arizona Revised Statute 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.
• 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.
• All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).

Benefits:

• 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 us Johanna Valdiviezo at 480-919-6798 or [e-mail].

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 480-919-6798 or [e-mail]. Requests should be made as early as possible to allow time to arrange the accommodation.