Registered Nurse (Vaccination) - Per Diem

Registered Nurse (Vaccination) - Per Diem Chesapeake Regional Pharmacy Services, a certified Woman-owned and Minority-owned business by the Delaware office of supplier diversity. Our pharmacy was established in Wilmington, DE by pharmacists who share a passion for providing patient-centric and specialized care to patients requiring long term care in the Mid-Atlantic Region (DE, MD, NJ, PA). We have a rare opportunity! Looking for a position to supplement your primary position. We will schedule you according to your availability. We are looking for an RN who can put on many Hats within a Long-Term Care Pharmacy. Role: Chesapeake Regional Rx is seeking a per-diem RN who can administer Vaccinations, and provide education as needed. Job Function: 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. Reporting of incidents and/or injuries/needle sticks Proper biohazardous waste process/protocols Proper utilization of PPE Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide expected standards of care based on physical, psychosocial, cultural, educational, spiritual, safety, and age-appropriate considerations of patients. Provides care directly to patients and in collaboration with other health care team members. Demonstrates organizational skills that maintain safe delivery of the standard of care for assigned patients/families; manages own assignment by delegating effectively based on patient needs and skills of team members. Administers medications and treatments according to policy/procedure. Recognizes acute changes in patient status and intervenes appropriately. Adheres to practice guidelines specific to the care setting: a) utilizes standards, policies, and procedures to support clinical decision-making, b) seeks guidance from appropriate resources c) demonstrates knowledge of performance improvement initiatives. Qualifications: DE licensed Registered Nurse Ability to Immunize BLS/CPR required through the American Heart Association Excellent verbal and written communication; effective interpersonal skills. #J-18808-Ljbffr