Local Contract Nurse RN - Vaccination
Springfield, IL
Encode INC
5x8 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

Job Title: Immunization Registered Nurse (RN) – Float

Location: Springfield, Illinois (Float Position)
Job Type: Full-Time | Contract
Schedule: Monday – Friday | 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM (40 Hours/Week)
 

Job Summary

We are seeking a compassionate, dependable, and experienced Registered Nurse (RN) to join a community-based vaccination initiative. This is a patient-facing, in-store role responsible for administering a wide range of immunizations while delivering exceptional patient care in a fast-paced retail healthcare environment. The ideal candidate is clinically skilled, adaptable, and committed to promoting public health through safe and efficient vaccine administration.
 

Key Responsibilities

• Administer a variety of vaccines, including but not limited to:
  • Influenza (Flu)
  • COVID-19
  • MMR
  • Shingles
  • Pneumonia
  • Hepatitis
  • Tdap
  • Other CDC-recommended immunizations
• Perform patient assessments prior to vaccine administration.
• Monitor patients for adverse reactions and provide appropriate interventions when necessary.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation of all immunizations.
• Educate patients on vaccine benefits, possible side effects, and post-vaccination care.
• Follow CDC guidelines, state regulations, and company vaccination protocols.
• Maintain infection prevention and safety standards; PPE will be provided.
• Collaborate effectively with pharmacists, healthcare professionals, and store teams.
• Deliver compassionate, patient-centered care while maintaining professionalism.
• Adapt to changing workflows and support vaccination clinics as operational needs require.
• Contribute to a positive team environment focused on quality care and excellent customer service.

Required Qualifications

• Active, unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of Illinois.
• Minimum 1 year of nursing experience, including immunization administration.
• Current BLS (Basic Life Support) certification.
• Strong clinical skills, including medication administration and patient assessment.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary healthcare team.
• Comfortable working in a retail healthcare setting.
• Flexible with work schedules based on business needs.
• Must not appear on the DEA Excluded Parties List.
• High School Diploma or GED (verification required).

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous immunization clinic or retail healthcare experience.
• Experience administering vaccines to patients across all age groups.
• Strong organizational and documentation skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, patient-focused environment.

Required Skills

• Vaccine administration
• Patient assessment
• Medication administration
• Clinical documentation
• Infection prevention and control
• Patient education
• Compassionate patient care
• Team collaboration
• Time management
• Adaptability and problem-solving

Work Environment

• Onsite, patient-facing role in a retail healthcare setting.
• PPE provided.
• Standing and walking for extended periods may be required.
• Frequent interaction with patients, caregivers, pharmacists, and healthcare professionals.

Schedule

• Monday – Friday
• 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
• 40 hours per week

Why Join This Opportunity?

• Make a direct impact on community health through vaccination initiatives.
• Work in a collaborative, patient-centered healthcare environment.
• Gain valuable experience in public health and immunization services.
• Competitive compensation.
• Opportunity to support one of the nation's leading retail healthcare vaccination programs.