Columbia County Public Health is seeking an experienced RN to assist with community immunization clinics and outreach events throughout the county.
Posted Sep 25
Shift and hours
Clinic events run 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., or 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. with travel, setup, and teardown
Unit and setting
community immunization clinics and outreach events · Public HealthExperience administering immunizations to pediatric and/or adult populations strongly preferred
License
RN license Current Oregon Registered Nurse (RN/MA/LPN) license in good standingOregon Registered Nurse (RN/MA/LPN) license in good standing
Term
Per DiemAs-needed/contract
Do you qualify?
License
Oregon Registered Nurse (RN/MA/LPN) license in good standingCurrent Oregon Registered Nurse (RN/MA/LPN) license in good standingCheck your license
Also asks
knowledge of vaccine administration guidelines and documentation requirementsKnowledge of vaccine administration guidelines and documentation requirements
Also asks
strong communication, organizational, and customer service skillsStrong communication, organizational, and customer service skills
Also asks
ability to work independently and as part of a teamAbility to work independently and as part of a team
Also asks
valid driver's license and insurable driving recordMust possess a valid driver's license and maintain an insurable driving record
Also asks
pass a criminal history background checkMust be able to successfully pass a criminal history background check
Preferred
Experience
administering immunizations to pediatric and/or adult populationsExperience administering immunizations to pediatric and/or adult populations strongly preferred
What it pays
Against similar roles
Below most Oregon PRN postingsOregon PRN postings that state pay run $36/hr to $66/hr, the middle half $48/hr to $61/hr, across 102 postings.
Pay reviews
pay rate depends on experience and certification$35.00 - 50.00 per hour depending on experience & certificationdepending on experience & certification
Benefits
Benefitspaid orientation and trainingPaid Orientation/Training: Approximately 2 hours prior to the first clinic date
Paid training
Paid orientation
The role and schedule
Day to day
administer immunizations per clinical guidelines and agency protocolsAdminister immunizations in accordance with clinical guidelines and agency protocols
Day to day
assess clients for vaccine eligibility, contraindications, and precautionsAssess clients for vaccine eligibility, contraindications, and precautions
Day to day
provide vaccine education and post-vaccination care instructionsProvide vaccine education and post-vaccination care instructions
Day to day
accurately document immunizations using provided systems and formsAccurately document immunizations using provided systems and forms
Day to day
monitor clients for adverse reactions and respond appropriatelyMonitor clients for adverse reactions and respond appropriately
Day to day
follow vaccine storage, handling, and infection prevention requirementsFollow vaccine storage, handling, and infection prevention requirements
Day to day
maintain professionalism while providing high-quality, client-centered careMaintain professionalism while providing high-quality, client-centered care
Day to day
work collaboratively with Columbia County Public Health staffWork collaboratively with Columbia County Public Health staff
Hours stated
9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Nurses may work only event hours or participate in travel, setup, and teardown activities, which may extend the workday from approximately 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Travel
various locations throughout Columbia CountyWork Location: Various locations throughout Columbia County
Are you a compassionate and dependable Registered Nurse/MA/LPN looking for a flexible opportunity to support public health initiatives in Columbia County? Columbia County Public Health is seeking an experienced RN to assist with community immunization clinics and outreach events throughout the county.
This rewarding, as-needed position is ideal for a nurse who enjoys working independently, engaging with the public, and making a meaningful impact by helping protect community members from vaccine-preventable diseases.
Qualifications
Current Oregon Registered Nurse (RN/MA/LPN) license in good standing
Experience administering immunizations to pediatric and/or adult populations strongly preferred
Knowledge of vaccine administration guidelines and documentation requirements
Strong communication, organizational, and customer service skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Must possess a valid driver's license and maintain an insurable driving record
Must be able to successfully pass a criminal history background check
Essential Duties
Administer immunizations in accordance with clinical guidelines and agency protocols
Assess clients for vaccine eligibility, contraindications, and precautions
Provide vaccine education and post-vaccination care instructions
Accurately document immunizations using provided systems and forms
Monitor clients for adverse reactions and respond appropriately
Follow vaccine storage, handling, and infection prevention requirements
Maintain professionalism while providing high-quality, client-centered care
Work collaboratively with Columbia County Public Health staff
Schedule
As-needed/Contract
Clinic events generally run 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Nurses may work only event hours or participate in travel, setup, and teardown activities, which may extend the workday from approximately 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Additional immunization
clinics are anticipated later this fall and winter.
Clinic Dates Currently Scheduled:
Friday, 10/2, 12-4 at Rainier School District
Friday, 10/16, 11-4 at Clatskanie Senior Center
Paid Orientation/Training: Approximately 2 hours prior to the first clinic date
Work Location: Various locations throughout Columbia County
Pay Rate
$35.00 – 50.00 per hour depending on experience & certification
