Nursing Jobs in Tucson, AZ
Nursing jobs in Tucson are concentrated across Midtown, the University of Arizona Health Sciences District, and the Rincon and Foothills corridors, with the strongest demand in hospitals, long-term care, and outpatient clinics. Employers hiring right now include State of Arizona, Brookdale Senior Living, and Sandstone Healthcare. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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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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- State of Arizona14
- Brookdale Senior Living14
- Sandstone Healthcare9
- Jersey College5
- SYNERGY HomeCare5
Nursing Jobs in Tucson: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a nursing job in Tucson?
Tucson's largest hiring activity comes from its major health systems, VA facilities, and a growing network of outpatient and specialty clinics tied to the University of Arizona. Candidates with acute care experience, bilingual English-Spanish skills, or certifications in critical care or pediatrics tend to stand out. Targeting Midtown medical campuses and the South Tucson community health centers early gives you access to the widest range of open roles.
Which companies hire nursings in Tucson?
Tucson nursing roles are posted by State of Arizona, Brookdale Senior Living, and Sandstone Healthcare and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Tucson's hiring mix includes large academic medical centers, federally qualified health centers serving border-region populations, and regional rehabilitation and long-term care networks.
Are there remote nursing jobs in Tucson?
Yes, though remote work is rare for bedside and hands-on clinical roles and more common in case management, utilization review, and telehealth nursing. About 0% of nursing openings tied to Tucson are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, reflecting the portion of desk-based and care-coordination roles in the local market. Telehealth positions tied to Tucson's rural and tribal health outreach programs represent the most active remote segment locally.
How can I get a nursing job in Tucson with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path in Tucson is through a new graduate residency program at one of the city's hospital systems, which are designed specifically for RNs making the transition from clinical rotations to full practice. Community health centers and long-term care facilities in South Tucson and the Midtown corridor also hire entry-level nurses and CNAs, providing a strong foundation. Completing clinical hours at a Tucson facility during nursing school gives you a meaningful advantage when applying after graduation.
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