Local Contract Nurse RN - Vaccination

Encode INC is seeking a local contract nurse RN Vaccination for a local contract nursing job in Atascadero, California.

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• Specialty: Vaccination
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• Discipline: RN
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• Start Date: 08/23/2026
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• Duration: 13 weeks
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• 40 hours per week
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• Shift: 8 hours, days
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• Employment Type: Local Contract
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Registered Nurse (RN) – Immunization Nurse (Vaccination Initiative)

Location: Atascadero, CA 93422
Contract Duration: August 23, 2026 – October 31, 2026
Position Type: Contract | Full-Time
Schedule: Approximately 40 Hours/Week
Work Days: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday & Saturday
Shift: 10:00 AM – 6:30 PM
Setting: Retail Pharmacy / Community Healthcare Clinic
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We are seeking a compassionate and experienced Registered Nurse (RN) to support a community vaccination initiative. This patient-facing role focuses on administering a variety of immunizations while delivering exceptional clinical care and patient education in a fast-paced retail healthcare environment.

The ideal candidate is flexible, detail-oriented, and committed to promoting public health through safe and efficient vaccine administration.
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• Administer a wide range of vaccines, including but not limited to:\n
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  • Influenza (Flu)
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  • COVID-19
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  • MMR
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  • Hepatitis A & B
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  • Tdap
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  • Shingles
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  • Pneumococcal
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  • HPV
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  • RSV
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  • Other recommended immunizations
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• Conduct patient assessments prior to vaccine administration.
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• Monitor patients for adverse reactions and provide appropriate interventions when necessary.
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• Educate patients on vaccine benefits, potential side effects, and post-vaccination care.
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• Maintain accurate patient documentation and immunization records.
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• Follow established infection prevention, medication administration, and patient safety protocols.
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• Collaborate with healthcare professionals and support staff to ensure efficient clinic operations.
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• Deliver compassionate, patient-centered care while maintaining a professional demeanor.
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• Adapt to changing workflows and patient volumes in a dynamic healthcare environment.
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• Active, unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of California.
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• Minimum of one (1) year of nursing experience, including immunization administration and direct patient care.
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• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
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• Strong clinical assessment and medication administration skills.
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• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and customer service skills.
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• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary healthcare team.
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• Must not appear on the DEA Excluded Parties List.
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• High School Diploma or GED (verification required).
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• Previous experience in immunization clinics, retail health, ambulatory care, occupational health, or public health.
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• Experience administering high-volume vaccination programs.
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• Strong organizational and documentation skills.
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• Comfortable working with patients of all ages.
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The successful candidate will:

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• Demonstrate empathy, professionalism, and exceptional patient care.
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• Thrive in a fast-paced, patient-focused environment.
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• Be flexible with scheduling and operational needs.
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• Maintain high clinical standards and attention to detail.
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• Effectively communicate with patients, caregivers, and healthcare professionals.
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• Promote preventive healthcare through patient education and quality vaccination services.
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• Onsite, patient-facing clinical position.
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• Retail pharmacy/community healthcare setting.
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• Standing, walking, and assisting patients throughout the shift.
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• Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is provided.
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• Updated Resume
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• Active California RN License
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• Current BLS Certification
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• High School Diploma or GED (verification required)
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• Completed Candidate Questionnaire (required for submission)
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• Contract Assignment: August 23, 2026 – October 31, 2026
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• Approximately 35 hours per week
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• Community-focused immunization program
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• Opportunity to support preventive healthcare initiatives while providing high-quality patient care.
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• 401k retirement plan
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• Vision benefits
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• Dental benefits
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• Referral bonus
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• Life insurance
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• Medical benefits
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