Practical Nurse (Allergy & Immunization)

Military Treatment Facilities under DHA•Maxwell AFB, AL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is located at 42nd Medical Group - Maxwell Air Force Base, Alabama. This is a Direct Hire Solicitation. Duties include reviewing all available immunization records to determine requirements, administering vaccines in accordance with appropriate regulations or physician's orders, stabilizing patient's vital signs, researching and staying informed of special medications including biologic medications, allergen extracts, bronchodilators, anti-inflammatory and other immunomodulator therapies, instructing patients in allergen avoidance, effective environmental control measures, asthma self-care, proper use of peak flow meters, and prior administration of specialty medications. The role also involves training new and current personnel on immunotherapy shots and immunizations.

Requirements

US Citizens
Must have a current license to practice as a practical or vocational nurse in a State, territory of the United States, or the District of Columbia; OR must have applied for a license to practice.
One year of nursing experience in a hospital, outpatient clinic, nursing home, or other supervised medical, nursing, or patient care facility that provided a practical knowledge of human body structure and sterile techniques and procedures, performing such duties as: measuring patient's vital signs, administering immunizations or medications via various routes, and screening or updating patient medical records.
Must be able to obtain and maintain current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Red Cross or American Heart Association.
Must be able to fulfill non-privileged professional credential requirements.
Male applicants born after December 31, 1959 must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration.
Must provide proof of U.S. Citizenship.
Must be able to obtain and maintain a Personnel Security Investigation.
Must sign a statement (Condition of Employment) consenting to seasonal influenza vaccinations or must provide a recognized exemption.
Must consent to participation in random drug urinalysis testing.
Immunization screening is required.
Hepatitis B immunization is required for all positions with direct patient contact.
Applicants may be required to show proof of other immunizations depending on the type of position.

Nice To Haves

Advanced certification (e.g., ALS) does not supersede BLS.

Responsibilities

Review all available immunization records to determine the requirements for immunizations.
Administer vaccines in accordance with appropriate agency, military, federal, and state regulations, international requirements, or as prescribed by the physician.
Stabilize patient’s vital signs by placing them in the most therapeutic position and location.
Research and stay informed of special medications including biologic medications, allergen extracts, bronchodilators, anti-inflammatory and other immunomodulator therapies.
Instruct patients in allergen avoidance, effective environmental control measures, asthma self-care, proper use of peak flow meters, prior administration of specialty medications.
Train new personnel, as well as current personnel who require additional training with immunotherapy shots and immunizations.