Determines if the patient is eligible for the vaccine.
Provides education to the patient about the vaccine and possible side
effects.
Obtains consent, reviews consent form, and completes documentation.
Administers the vaccine and applies principals of infection control and
safety.
Documents pertinent information regarding patient’s response.
checks to ensure that emergency equipment is on hand and in good
working order.
Follows policy and procedure on proper handling of sharps.
Follows policy and procedure on proper handling of infectious waste,
including needles.
Collaborates with all members of the health care team.
Provides clinical supervision of LPNs, Certified Nursing Assistant, Ward clerks, and ancillary staff.

Follows hand hygiene, personal protective equipment policies.
Customer Service: Demonstrates respect, flexibility, knowledge,
confidence, professionalism, pleasant attitude, patience, and
helpfulness. All responses should be timely, professional, and caring.
Understands and adheres to the Medical Center’s Code of Conduct.
Familiar with the Medical Center’s Mission, Vision and Values Statement.

OTHER JOB DUTIES
Effectively utilizes the hospital computer system as it pertains to job responsibilities and in
accordance with hospital policy.
Assists other personnel as needed.
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BASIC COMPETENCIES
Education:
Graduation from accredited school of Nursing.
Licensure/Certifications:
Current NJ licensure as RN
BLS- CPR
Staff working for Community Health require a NJ Driver’s license
Skills:
Good oral and written communication skills.
Good interpersonal skills.
Speaks, reads and writes English to the extent required by the position. Bilingual preferred.
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JOB SETTING/PHYSICAL DEMANDS
All patient care areas.
Frequently prolonged standing/walking.
Lifts, positions, pushes, and/or transfers patients.
Protective clothing worn: face shield, gloves, impermeable gown.