Local Contract Nurse RN - Vaccination - $44-45 per hour

Encode INC is seeking a local contract nurse RN Vaccination for a local contract nursing job in Andover, Minnesota.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Vaccination
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 08/23/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 20 hours per week
• Shift: 4 hours, days
• Employment Type: Local Contract

CWP Immunizing Nurse Float – Vaccination Initiative

Job Posting ID: CVSJP00105731
Location: 3633 Bunker Lake Blvd. NW, Andover, MN 55304
 

Position Overview:
 

A leading healthcare organization is seeking experienced Registered Nurses (RNs) to support a seasonal Vaccination Initiative in a retail healthcare setting. This patient-facing role focuses on administering CDC-recommended immunizations, conducting clinical assessments, educating patients, and delivering safe, high-quality care during high-volume vaccination clinics.
 

Assignment Details:

• Position: Registered Nurse – Immunization Nurse (Float)
• Contract Duration:08/23/2026 – 11/30/2026
• Location: Andover, Minnesota
• Schedule: Monday – Sunday
• Shift: 9:30 AM – 6:30 PM
• Hours:20 Hours/Week
• Positions Available:2
• Patient Facing: Yes
• Onsite Position: Yes 

Key Responsibilities

• Administer CDC-recommended vaccines including Influenza, COVID-19, MMR, RSV, Tdap, Hepatitis A & B, Pneumococcal, Shingrix, HPV, Varicella, and other routine immunizations.
• Perform patient assessments to determine vaccine eligibility and identify contraindications.
• Review medical history, allergies, medications, and immunization records before vaccine administration.
• Administer vaccines and medications according to established clinical protocols.
• Educate patients regarding vaccine benefits, risks, side effects, and post-vaccination care.
• Monitor patients for adverse reactions following immunizations and provide appropriate nursing interventions.
• Collaborate with pharmacists and other healthcare professionals to ensure safe and efficient patient care.
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation and update immunization records.
• Follow infection prevention, vaccine storage, cold-chain management, and safety protocols.
• Support high-volume seasonal vaccination clinics while maintaining exceptional patient service.
• Demonstrate empathy, professionalism, and adaptability in a dynamic healthcare environment. 

Required Qualifications

• Active, unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of practice.
• Minimum 1 year of nursing experience, including immunization/vaccination experience.
• Current BLS (Basic Life Support) Certification.
• Strong medication administration and patient assessment skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Comfortable administering vaccines to pediatric, adult, and geriatric populations.
• Must not appear on the DEA Excluded Parties List.
• High School Diploma or GED (verification required). 

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous vaccination experience in retail, outpatient, occupational health, or community health settings.
• Experience documenting within Electronic Medical Record (EMR) systems.
• Strong patient education and customer service skills.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with multidisciplinary healthcare teams. 

Candidate Requirements

• Candidate questionnaire must accompany every submission.
• Flexible availability is required.
• Previous retail vaccination program experience is preferred but not required.
• Must be available to work the assigned schedule throughout the contract duration.

Mandatory Requirements: Need 1 year RN experience, Previous Vaccination Experience. Must have active RN license for MN State or an NLC - Multistate License. Candidate must have a permanent address within 35 minutes of drive from the unit.

About Encode INC

Benefits

• 401k retirement plan
• Vision benefits
• Dental benefits
• Referral bonus
• Life insurance
• Medical benefits