Nursing Jobs in Arizona
Nursing jobs in Arizona are among the most active in the country, with strong demand across hospital systems, long-term care, outpatient clinics, and behavioral health settings at every level from new graduate through travel and senior charge nurse. Phoenix, Tucson, and Scottsdale are the primary hiring hubs, home to well-established systems like Banner Health, Dignity Health, and Valleywise Health that maintain consistent year-round openings. Critical care, emergency, and med-surg are the specialties seeing the steadiest volume of postings across the state. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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- 542670
- TUCSON
- DEPT OF VETERANS SERVICES
- Part-time
- Closing at: Sep 1 2026 - 23:55 MST
DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS SERVICES
For Veterans and those who care for them.
CERTIFIED NURSING ASSISTANT (PRN)- POOL
12-hour rotating shifts
Address:
Arizona State Veterans' Home - Tucson
555 East Ajo Way
Tucson, Arizona 85713
Salary: $16.05 -$20.02/ hourly (DOE)
A shift differential is paid for night shifts at 10% of base pay.
Grade: 01
Closing Date: September 1, 2026
We are looking for outstanding Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs).
Your rewards:
- Flexible Scheduling: As a pool employee, you will have the opportunity to work a flexible schedule, working as needed. This arrangement allows you to enjoy the flexibility that supports work-life balance.
- Professional Growth: As a CNA, you will have the opportunity to engage in continuous learning and improvement through the Arizona Management System (AMS).
- Meaningful Work: Your dedication as a CNA will directly enhance the lives of veterans, providing them with the care and respect that they deserve.
- Continuous Improvement: Participate in facility meetings, training sessions, and the implementation of the Arizona Management System (AMS) to achieve continuous improvement and efficiency
- Team Collaboration: Participate in multidisciplinary staff meetings and training to develop patient care plans and improve your knowledge, skills, and abilities
Pool commitments:
- Work one weekend (Saturday or Sunday) shift per month, two additional shifts per month, and one state service holiday per year
- Participate in one hour of in-service training per month
- Maintain reliability; In order to maintain seamless resident care, it is critical that essential Pool employees work required shifts.
- Performs or assists residents with ambulation, eating, bathing, dressing personal hygiene and other ADLs (Activities of Daily Living) while operating or assisting in the use of a variety of medical equipment
- Assists in monitoring physical and mental status of residents by utilizing appropriate medical equipment and techniques to take vital signs, obtain urine, sputum or stool samples, and track input/output
- Responds to patient requests (verbal or call light) for assistance in a timely manner, transporting to dining room or activities, and listening to and communicating resident concerns and needs to staff, families, and volunteers
- Participates in multi-disciplinary staffing and trainings for the development of patient care plans, informational and update exchanges and increasing knowledge, skill, and abilities
- Follows written and verbal instructions of medical staff in the provision of care including transporting, turning, repositioning, range of motion exercises, and sensory stimulation.
- Responds appropriately to licensed nurses and assists with assaultive or combative residents following established policies and procedures
- Reports to and assists licensed nurses in emergency situations rapidly and appropriately following established policies and procedures
- Keeps areas neat and sanitary by changing bedding and linens, cleaning and disinfecting commodes, urinals, bedpans, and humidifiers
- Assists nursing staff with simple medical procedures such as suppositories, enemas, treatments, post-surgical care, and post mortem care, utilizing universal precautions
Knowledge of:
- Principles, practices, and techniques of para-professional nursing care
- State and agency laws and regulations governing para-professional nursing practices
- Practices and procedures of using medical equipment in assigned duties Practices and techniques applied in maintaining a safe, orderly, therapeutic, and hygienic environment
Skills in:
- Recording, maintaining, filing, and retrieving medical records
- Verbal and written communication skills
- Interpersonal relationship skills
Ability to:
- Assess client needs and evaluate usefulness or suitability of resources
- Work with difficult people, establish and maintain excellent working relationships with clients, client families, team members, and serviced providers
One or more years of work experience in a skilled nursing facility or long-term care environment preferred
- Current Negative Tb skin test (Mantoux skin test) within the last twelve months or a written statement from a physician, physician’s assistant or a registered nurse practitioner indicating freedom from tuberculosis, if in the past has had a positive skin test or tuberculosis
- Must be able to obtain and retain a fingerprint clearance card issued by the Arizona Department of Public Safety
- Current or temporary license to practice as a CNA in the State of Arizona
- Current CPR card that was obtained by physical assessment
All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).
If you have any questions please feel free to contact recruiting@azdvs.gov for assistance.
The State of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer.
- 542670
- TUCSON
- DEPT OF VETERANS SERVICES
- Part-time
- Closing at: Sep 1 2026 - 23:55 MST
DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS SERVICES
For Veterans and those who care for them.
CERTIFIED NURSING ASSISTANT (PRN)- POOL
12-hour rotating shifts
Address:
Arizona State Veterans' Home - Tucson
555 East Ajo Way
Tucson, Arizona 85713
Salary: $16.05 -$20.02/ hourly (DOE)
A shift differential is paid for night shifts at 10% of base pay.
Grade: 01
Closing Date: September 1, 2026
We are looking for outstanding Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs).
Your rewards:
- Flexible Scheduling: As a pool employee, you will have the opportunity to work a flexible schedule, working as needed. This arrangement allows you to enjoy the flexibility that supports work-life balance.
- Professional Growth: As a CNA, you will have the opportunity to engage in continuous learning and improvement through the Arizona Management System (AMS).
- Meaningful Work: Your dedication as a CNA will directly enhance the lives of veterans, providing them with the care and respect that they deserve.
- Continuous Improvement: Participate in facility meetings, training sessions, and the implementation of the Arizona Management System (AMS) to achieve continuous improvement and efficiency
- Team Collaboration: Participate in multidisciplinary staff meetings and training to develop patient care plans and improve your knowledge, skills, and abilities
Pool commitments:
- Work one weekend (Saturday or Sunday) shift per month, two additional shifts per month, and one state service holiday per year
- Participate in one hour of in-service training per month
- Maintain reliability; In order to maintain seamless resident care, it is critical that essential Pool employees work required shifts.
- Performs or assists residents with ambulation, eating, bathing, dressing personal hygiene and other ADLs (Activities of Daily Living) while operating or assisting in the use of a variety of medical equipment
- Assists in monitoring physical and mental status of residents by utilizing appropriate medical equipment and techniques to take vital signs, obtain urine, sputum or stool samples, and track input/output
- Responds to patient requests (verbal or call light) for assistance in a timely manner, transporting to dining room or activities, and listening to and communicating resident concerns and needs to staff, families, and volunteers
- Participates in multi-disciplinary staffing and trainings for the development of patient care plans, informational and update exchanges and increasing knowledge, skill, and abilities
- Follows written and verbal instructions of medical staff in the provision of care including transporting, turning, repositioning, range of motion exercises, and sensory stimulation.
- Responds appropriately to licensed nurses and assists with assaultive or combative residents following established policies and procedures
- Reports to and assists licensed nurses in emergency situations rapidly and appropriately following established policies and procedures
- Keeps areas neat and sanitary by changing bedding and linens, cleaning and disinfecting commodes, urinals, bedpans, and humidifiers
- Assists nursing staff with simple medical procedures such as suppositories, enemas, treatments, post-surgical care, and post mortem care, utilizing universal precautions
Knowledge of:
- Principles, practices, and techniques of para-professional nursing care
- State and agency laws and regulations governing para-professional nursing practices
- Practices and procedures of using medical equipment in assigned duties Practices and techniques applied in maintaining a safe, orderly, therapeutic, and hygienic environment
Skills in:
- Recording, maintaining, filing, and retrieving medical records
- Verbal and written communication skills
- Interpersonal relationship skills
Ability to:
- Assess client needs and evaluate usefulness or suitability of resources
- Work with difficult people, establish and maintain excellent working relationships with clients, client families, team members, and serviced providers
One or more years of work experience in a skilled nursing facility or long-term care environment preferred
- Current Negative Tb skin test (Mantoux skin test) within the last twelve months or a written statement from a physician, physician’s assistant or a registered nurse practitioner indicating freedom from tuberculosis, if in the past has had a positive skin test or tuberculosis
- Must be able to obtain and retain a fingerprint clearance card issued by the Arizona Department of Public Safety
- Current or temporary license to practice as a CNA in the State of Arizona
- Current CPR card that was obtained by physical assessment
All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).
If you have any questions please feel free to contact recruiting@azdvs.gov for assistance.
The State of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer.
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Nursing Job Market in Arizona
A snapshot from current Arizona openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Cornerstone Caregiving13
- State of Arizona5
- Resolve Harmony Center4R
- Alumus3
- Naphcare3
Top Industries Hiring
- Technology & Software
What Arizona Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in nursing jobs across Arizona.
- Active Arizona RN or LPN license or a multistate compact license recognized in Arizona
- Current BLS certification required, with ACLS or PALS preferred for acute care roles
- Associate or Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree from an accredited program
- One or more years of clinical experience in a relevant specialty or patient care setting
- Demonstrated proficiency with electronic health record systems such as Epic or Cerner
- Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate within multidisciplinary care teams
Nursing Jobs in Arizona: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a nursing in Arizona?
To become a licensed nurse in Arizona, you must complete an accredited nursing program, pass the NCLEX-RN for registered nurses or NCLEX-PN for licensed practical nurses, and apply for licensure through the Arizona State Board of Nursing. Arizona participates in the Nurse Licensure Compact, so nurses already holding a compact license from another participating state can practice in Arizona without obtaining a separate state license.
How much do nursings make in Arizona?
Nursings in Arizona earn a median of about $44,780 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $37,100 for the lowest 10% to over $57,820 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire nursings in Arizona?
Employers hiring nursings in Arizona right now include Cornerstone Caregiving, State of Arizona, and Resolve Harmony Center, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Arizona's large integrated health systems and its growing network of community hospitals and specialty clinics create consistent demand for nurses across the state.
Which Arizona cities have the most nursing jobs?
Tucson, Phoenix, and Scottsdale have the most nursing openings in Arizona. Phoenix dominates the market as the state's population and medical center, anchored by major health systems with campuses throughout the metro, while Tucson's academic medical center and Scottsdale's concentration of specialty hospitals and outpatient facilities drive strong demand in those markets as well.
Are there remote nursing jobs in Arizona?
Yes, but they're rare. About 27% of nursing openings tied to Arizona are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, reflecting how deeply hands-on patient care defines most nursing roles. The positions most likely to be fully remote are in utilization review, case management, telehealth triage, and nursing informatics, where direct bedside care is not required.
How can I get hired as a nursing in Arizona with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying to a new graduate residency program, which Banner Health, Dignity Health, and Valleywise Health each run for candidates without post-licensure experience. These structured programs place new nurses into med-surg or telemetry units with extended orientation and mentorship. Candidates who hold a current Arizona nursing license, have completed clinical rotations at an Arizona facility, and can demonstrate strong clinical evaluation scores are consistently prioritized for these cohorts.
Where can I find and apply to nursing jobs in Arizona?
You can find and apply to nursing jobs in Arizona on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings tied to Arizona employers. Find roles that fit your specialty, experience level, and preferred location, then apply directly to the positions that match.
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