Vaccine Coordinator LVN

SAC Health • San Bernardino, CA

9d • Onsite

About The Position

The LVN Vaccine Coordinator is directly responsible for the immunization programs at SAC Health, all VFC/VFA/Private stock/ HRSA/ County related functions to ensure compliance/audit readiness with all program requirements/updates, including but not limited to maintaining all vaccine stock -ordering, inventory, receiving, handling, and storage of vaccines for all assigned SAC Health locations. Duties include, facilitating maintenance service for vaccine refrigerators and expanding delivery of immunization services. The LVN Vaccine Coordinator must possess a comprehension of vaccines and the immunization scheduling. Occasional travel, and overtime (after-hours and/or weekends) may be required, for the purpose of responding to out-of-range temperature excursions and after-hour notifications. May require use of personal vehicle, if company vehicle is unavailable.
Schedule: 5 days per week, 8 hours per day, Monday - Friday | Location: Brier Clinic, San Bernardino, CA

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Valid California driver's license, and auto insurance.
• Current, active and unrestricted LVN License required; current CPR/Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required (must be American Heart Association or Red Cross accredited program).
• As a requirement of this position, you must receive EPIC certification for the module you have been hired into.
• Minimum of one (1) year experience as an LVN and one (1) year experience in vaccine program management/coordinator role required.
• May substitute one year vaccine program experience with 1 year experience in ambulatory pediatrics setting.
• Must have proficient computer skills including data entry.
• Must be able to use a variety of office equipment including fax machine, scanner, printer and copier, answering telephones, good digital dexterity, and hand-eye coordination to utilize assessment tools
• Work in a team to accomplish specific goals, teach employees new procedures, demonstrate use of equipment/supplies, communicate by phone/in person with department staff and outside sources.
• Must maintain a professional appearance along with friendly, cooperative, caring, and calm behavior.
• Must be committed to serve low-income clients
• Prioritize variety of assignments, follow moderate/complex instructions, proofread documents for content/context accuracy, recognize and appropriately report safety problems or other problem situations.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.
• Must not now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visas.

Nice To Haves

• Preferred VFC program experience.
• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.

Responsibilities

• Directly responsible for all VFC/VFA/Private stock/ HRSA/ County related functions to ensure compliance/audit readiness with all program requirements/updates, including but not limited to maintaining all vaccine stock -ordering, inventory, receiving, handling, and storage of vaccines at assigned sites.
• Responsible for establishing and maintaining an effective vaccine recall system including abstractions and other necessary vaccine data entry as needed.
• Ensures accuracy of reports for sites as assigned and as required, i.e., daily, weekly, and as required per VFC protocols, i.e.: immunization statistics, VIS reports, data logger information, etc. Reviews reports/logs with Nurse Manager as requested.
• Responsible for ensuring audit readiness for CDPH, IEHP, VFC/ HRSA/County, and other regulatory agencies.
• Conducts internal audits and self-inspections for continuous improvement.
• During business hours, responsible for reporting out of range vaccine refrigerator temperature excursions to Nurse Manager. Acts as back-up for after-hours temperature excursions, and notifications.
• Responsible for facilitating maintenance service for vaccine refrigerators and serves as a liaison with service technician. Communicates with Nurse Manager when maintenance is needed, scheduled, etc.
• Responsible for maintaining positive relationships with VFC reps from varying counties.
• Responsible for remaining abreast of any VFC/VFA/Private stock/ HRSA/ County program updates and communicating them with staff as appropriate and requested.
• Uses LVN Scope of Practice skills and knowledge to anticipate potential problems using preventive care approach. Formulates alternative solutions using effective problem-solving techniques.
• Responsible for preparing new clinical sites to ensure vaccine program readiness.
• Responsible for orienting new hires to vaccine programs and presents staff with ongoing educational material/classes as necessary/requested.
• Works directly with Nursing leadership as requested to ensure risk and liability issues related to VFC/VFA/Private stock programs are prevented and managed.
• Acts as a VFC liaison and educator for all assigned SAC Health locations and communicates with other disciplines/departments as needed.
• Works closely with Compliance and medical directors from various departments including, but not limited to Pediatrics and Family Medicine assisting with specific projects as requested.
• Other duties as outlined in the official job description.

Benefits

• Industry Leading PTO Accrual (accrued per pay period)
• Sick Leave
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Jury Duty, Bereavement
• SAC Health Covers approximately 85% of Team Member health premium costs (may vary w/benefit plan selection)
• Retirement - up to 8% employer contribution
• Continuing Education and Learning Benefits
• Annual Mission Trip and much more!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees