Local Contract Nurse RN - Vaccination
Milwaukee, WI
Encode INC
5x4 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

Registered Nurse (RN) – Immunization Program
 

Job Type: Full-Time Contract
Contract Dates: September 21, 2026 – October 17, 2026
Location: Milwaukee, Wisconsin 53202
Schedule: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday & Saturday | 2:30 PM – 6:30 PM
Hours: 20 hours/week
Work Setting: In-Person, Patient-Facing
Onsite Requirement: Onsite as needed
 

Position Overview

We are seeking a qualified and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) to join a community-based vaccination program. The RN will provide safe, efficient, and patient-centered immunization services, including administration of influenza, COVID-19, MMR, and other vaccines.

The ideal candidate will have strong clinical and interpersonal skills, vaccination experience, and the ability to work effectively in a dynamic healthcare environment.
 

Key Responsibilities

• Administer vaccines safely and accurately, including flu, COVID-19, MMR, and other recommended immunizations.
• Conduct appropriate patient assessments prior to vaccine administration.
• Follow established vaccination protocols, clinical guidelines, and infection-control procedures.
• Provide patients with clear education regarding vaccines, potential side effects, and post-vaccination care.
• Maintain accurate and timely patient and vaccination records.
• Perform medication administration in accordance with established clinical standards.
• Monitor patients following vaccination and respond appropriately to potential adverse reactions.
• Maintain proper PPE and safety practices; PPE will be provided.
• Communicate professionally and effectively with patients, caregivers, healthcare professionals, and team members.
• Demonstrate empathy, compassion, and professionalism in all patient interactions.
• Adapt to changing patient needs and operational requirements.
• Collaborate with the healthcare team to promote positive patient outcomes.
• Contribute to a supportive, energetic, and team-oriented work environment.
• Remain flexible with work hours based on program and patient-care needs.

Required Qualifications

• Active, full, and unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state where services are provided.
• At least 1 year of related nursing experience, including immunization/vaccination experience.
• Current BLS (Basic Life Support) certification.
• Strong clinical skills, including medication administration and vaccination.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and patient-care skills.
• Ability and willingness to administer vaccines to patients.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Must be eligible to work in the United States.
• Must not be listed on applicable federal exclusion/debarment lists.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced community healthcare setting.
• Flexibility with work hours is required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience in an immunization clinic, retail healthcare, community health, occupational health, or similar setting.
• Experience administering multiple vaccine types.
• Strong patient education and counseling skills.
• Experience with electronic medical records and clinical documentation.
• Ability to work independently while also contributing effectively to a healthcare team.

Schedule

Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday & Saturday
2:30 PM – 6:30 PM
20 hours per week

The selected candidate must be flexible with work hours based on operational and patient-care needs.
 

Work Environment

• In-person, patient-facing role.
• Community/retail healthcare setting.
• PPE provided.
• Onsite work required as needed.

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate is a compassionate, dependable, and clinically proficient RN who is comfortable administering vaccinations and interacting directly with patients. The successful candidate will demonstrate excellent communication, strong clinical judgment, adaptability, and a commitment to providing safe and high-quality patient care.