Local Contract Nurse RN - Vaccination - $50-56 per hour

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

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Vaccination
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 08/23/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours, days
• Employment Type: Local Contract

Registered Nurse (RN) – Immunization Nurse (Vaccination Initiative)

Location: Visalia, CA (Onsite – Retail Healthcare Setting)
Contract Duration: August 23, 2026 – November 30, 2026
Schedule: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday & Saturday | 2:30 PM – 10:30 PM
Hours: 40 Hours/Week
Employment Type: Contract Assignment
 

Position Overview

We are seeking a compassionate and skilled Registered Nurse (RN) – Immunization Nurse to support a community vaccination initiative in a retail healthcare setting. The RN will be responsible for administering various vaccines, including Flu, COVID-19, MMR, and other recommended immunizations, while providing exceptional patient care and promoting positive health outcomes.

The ideal candidate will have strong clinical skills, excellent communication abilities, and a passion for delivering safe, efficient, and patient-centered healthcare services.
 

Key Responsibilities

• Administer vaccines including Flu, COVID-19, MMR, and other immunizations according to established clinical guidelines and safety protocols.
• Provide patient education regarding vaccinations, possible side effects, and post-vaccination care.
• Perform patient assessments and verify vaccination eligibility before administration.
• Maintain accurate documentation of vaccine administration and patient records.
• Follow all infection prevention, safety, and PPE guidelines.
• Deliver compassionate, professional care while creating a positive patient experience.
• Collaborate with healthcare professionals and pharmacy team members to support vaccination services.
• Adapt to changing workflows and patient needs in a fast-paced community healthcare environment.
• Demonstrate professionalism, empathy, and respect when interacting with patients, caregivers, and colleagues.

Required Qualifications

• Active, unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of California.
• Minimum 1 year of nursing experience, including immunization/vaccination experience.
• Experience administering vaccines and providing patient care in a clinical setting.
• Current BLS (Basic Life Support) certification.
• Strong medication administration and clinical assessment skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently while contributing effectively to a healthcare team.
• Must not be listed on the DEA Excluded Parties List.
• Verifiable High School Diploma or GED required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience in retail healthcare, community health, urgent care, occupational health, or vaccination clinics.
• Prior experience with high-volume immunization programs.
• Familiarity with electronic documentation systems.

Work Environment

• Onsite, patient-facing role within a retail healthcare setting.
• PPE will be provided.
• Candidate must be flexible with work hours based on operational needs.

Core Competencies

• Patient-centered care
• Vaccine administration expertise
• Clinical judgment and assessment
• Communication and collaboration
• Adaptability in a dynamic healthcare environment
• Attention to detail and documentation accuracy

Assignment Details

Position Title: Registered Nurse (RN) – Immunization Nurse
Location: Visalia, California
Contract Type: Healthcare Contract Assignment
Hours: 40 hours/week
Start Date: August 23, 2026
End Date: November 30, 2026

About Encode INC

Benefits

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