Local Contract Nurse RN - Vaccination
Thousand Oaks, CA
Encode INC
5x8 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

Registered Nurse (RN) – Immunization Nurse Float (Vaccination Initiative)

Location: Thousand Oaks, California (Onsite)
Facility: CVS Health Retail Pharmacy
Contract Duration: August 23, 2026 – November 30, 2026
Schedule: Monday – Saturday | 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM (Flexible Scheduling Required)
Hours: Approximately 40 Hours per Week
Employment Type: Contract
 

Position Overview

CVS Health is seeking compassionate, patient-focused Registered Nurses (RNs) to join its Vaccination Initiative as an Immunization Nurse Float. In this patient-facing role, you will administer a variety of vaccines, including Influenza, COVID-19, MMR, and other CDC-recommended immunizations, while delivering exceptional patient care in a retail healthcare setting.

This opportunity is ideal for nurses who thrive in a fast-paced environment, possess excellent clinical judgment, and are passionate about improving community health through preventative care.
 

Key Responsibilities

• Administer vaccines including Flu, COVID-19, MMR, and other immunizations according to established protocols.
• Assess patients prior to vaccination and monitor for adverse reactions.
• Maintain accurate vaccination documentation and medical records.
• Educate patients regarding vaccine benefits, side effects, and follow-up care.
• Adhere to CDC, state, and CVS Health immunization guidelines.
• Maintain infection prevention and PPE protocols.
• Collaborate with pharmacists, healthcare professionals, and store teams.
• Deliver outstanding patient-centered care with professionalism and compassion.
• Support daily clinic workflow while maintaining quality and safety standards.
• Adapt to changing operational needs and flexible scheduling.

Required Qualifications

• Active, unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license in the State of California.
• Minimum 1 year of nursing experience, including immunization administration.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification.
• Strong medication administration skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Comfortable administering vaccinations to patients of all ages.
• Ability to work independently and within a collaborative healthcare team.
• Must not be listed on the DEA Excluded Parties List.
• High School Diploma or GED (verification required).

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous retail clinic or community health experience.
• Experience administering high-volume vaccination clinics.
• Prior CVS Health or Aetna experience (not required).
• Strong customer service and patient education skills.

Work Environment

• Retail pharmacy clinic setting.
• Fully onsite, patient-facing position.
• PPE provided by CVS Health.
• Fast-paced immunization environment during seasonal vaccination campaigns.

Schedule

• Monday through Saturday
• 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM
• Candidates must be flexible with work hours based on business needs.