Join GCHD’s Community Health Services Team!

Galveston County Health District is seeking a Immunizations Coordinator-Registered Nurse!

This position is responsible for focusing on COVID-19, influenza, and other necessary vaccines for disproportionate populations. In addition, this position will coordinate and promote vaccine awareness and confidence through community engagement efforts.

We can offer you:

• Excellent benefits; including an Amazing retirement package, Affordable medical insurance, Rich paid time off plans, FREE life insurance, FREE long-term disability, FREE parking and much, much more!
• Team-oriented environment
• Salary rate: $67,758.86

**THIS IS A FULL TIME, TEMPORARY POSITION THAT ENDS 6/30/24**

We want you to join our team of professionals and begin a long-term career with us! If you meet the criteria listed below, please apply.

Required:

• Graduation from an accredited nursing program
• Current RN licensure by the Texas Board of Nursing
• 1+ years of employment experience as a Registered Nurse
• Preferred Experience in a local health department and/or any experience using population-based activities to address a public health concern is preferred
• Skill in providing clinical nursing assessments and routine nursing procedures
• Ability to exercise sound clinical judgment and reasoning in the assessment of patients
• Ability to follow Standing Delegation Orders (SDOs) of a licensed physician and/or county health authority
• Current CPR Certification
• Clerical and/or customer service experience required.
• Bilingual in Spanish Preferred
• Ability for spur of the moment transportation without relying on organization vehicles
• Must possess or ability to readily obtain a valid driver’s license issued by the State of Texas for the type of vehicle or equipment operated
• Department of Motor Vehicle check may be required, if applicable
• Customer Service Oriented
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent Computer Skills MS Office
• Ability to learn and utilize new software systems
• Ability to apply common sense, understanding, and sound judgement to carry out essential functions
• Must be willing and able to work evening and weekend hours if necessary
• Must be able to handle multiple tasks and follow directives
• Must be in compliance with GCHD Immunizations policy
• Must be in compliance with ICS training requirements
• Must pass criminal background check and drug/alcohol screening

An equivalent combination of education and work experience which appropriately demonstrates the knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the above described essential functions will be considered when hiring for this role.

Traditional Duties:

• Acts as an Immunization Program liaison
• Tracks all vaccine data and maintain accurate vaccine inventory records and daily logs on all vaccines maintained and administered
• Works to build relationships with community stakeholders in order to promote vaccine accessibility and confidence
• Answers medical and vaccine related questions from residents and COVID cases
• Refers patients to other health care sources as needed or identified
• Maintains daily documentation of interactions with patients
• Helps in control and follow-up of communicable diseases
• Works with staff to maintain optimum patient flow and maintains a clean, safe, and orderly work area
• Keeps copies of patient education materials available
• Ensures patient information is protected according to HIPAA requirements
• Maintains current procedures on applicable ordinances, laws and acts affecting the proper disposal of medical waste
• Understands and follows GCHD Infection Control policies, plans, procedures, and guidelines related to program area requirements
• Properly disposes of biohazard waste
• Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor

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Our Mission: Protecting and Promoting the One Health of Galveston County