Wellness Immunization Clinic Nurse (LVN/RN)
Company: Aveanna Healthcare
Location: Eureka
Posted on: October 13, 2021
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Job Description:
Job Overview
Aveanna Healthcare, the heart of caring for patients in the
wellness and immunization line of business, is seeking nurses i.e.
Registered Nurse and/or Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse to work
per-diem assignments for wellness and immunization clinics. The
wellness/immunization clinic nurse performs biometric screenings
and immunizations at Aveanna Healthcare clinics.
Job Responsibilities:
Assisting with setup and break-down of wellness clinics
Transporting CLIA Waived point of care testing device(s) (POCT) and
sharps containers
Quality control testing and calibration of CLIA Waived point of
care testing device(s) (POCT)
Assisting with completion of consent forms
Completion of biometric screenings (operation of CLIA Waived point
of care testing device(s) (POCT) i.e. cholesterol, glucose,
Hgb-A1c, blood pressure, height, weight, body fat%/BMI,
Osteoporosis T-Score, Dermaview, hip-waist ratio, cotinine,
COVID-19 rapid testing, spirometry testing, genetic testing,
prostate specific antigen, C-reactive screening
Proficient in fingerstick technique and if applicable,
phlebotomy
Maintains compliance with wellness specific policies and
procedures
Assisting patients in clinical research organizations
Reporting of incidents and/or injuries/needle sticks
Proper biohazardous waste utilization , transport and disposal
Maintains appropriate infection control standards and
precautions
Proper utilization of PPE
IMMUNIZATION CLINIC NURSE:
Assisting with setup and break-down of wellness/immunization
clinics. Transporting vaccine(s) and sharps
Assisting with completion of immunization consent forms
Proficient in intramuscular injection technique and subcutaneous
injection technique
Administer vaccines (per manufacturer instructions), and educates
clients and caregivers about age specific immunizations,
precautions/contraindications and possible adverse reactions
Transport of vaccine(s) and maintaining the cold chain
Proper biohazardous waste transport and disposal
Maintains appropriate infection control standards and
precautions
Maintains compliance with wellness specific policies and
procedures
Emergency management i.e., adverse reactions, anaphylaxis.
Administration of epinephrine per physician order
Reporting of incidents and/or injuries/needle sticks
Proper biohazardous waste process/protocols
Proper utilization of PPE
Minimum Requirements:
Active and in good standing nursing license i.e. Registered nurse,
Licensed practical nurse, Licensed vocational nurse
Meets professional nursing standards and pertinent local, state,
and federal requirements
Strong therapeutic communication skills
Preferred administrative data entry work experience, but not
required
Strong organizational skills with attention to detail
Flexibility and timeliness in completing assigned tasks
Physical Requirements:
Must be able to speak, write, read and understand English
Must be able to travel up to 30 miles, 10% of the time
Must be able to lift 50 pounds
Must complete OSHA Respiratory Protection Program: i.e. N-95
respirator, face shields/goggles, gloves, gowns and if applicable,
shoe coverings.
Must be able to sufficiently move equipment without assistance.
Must be able to sustain prolonged walking, standing, bending,
kneeling, reaching, and twisting.
Must be able to sit and climb stairs.
Must have visual and hearing acuity.
Environment
Must be able to function in a wide variety of environments which
may involve exposure to allergens and other various conditions.
Possible exposure to blood, bodily fluids and infectious
diseases.
Other Duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or
contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or
responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job.
Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time
with or without notice.
Keywords: Aveanna Healthcare, Redding , Wellness Immunization Clinic Nurse (LVN/RN), Other , Eureka, California
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