Nurse (RN) Immunizations (Grant)

Job Description

This position is grant-funded on an annually renewing grant. The position is contingent upon the availability of grant funds and will be eliminated when funding is exhausted or no longer available. Continued employment is also contingent upon ongoing grant funding and will end if funding is discontinued or exhausted.

Collin County is seeking candidates for the position of Nurse (RN) - Immunizations. This position administers immunizations to infants, children and adults at the local health department. Performs essential functions and adheres to the scope of practice / license. Networks with area school and community providers to provide mass immunizations clinics off site during requested times. Reviewing, recording and evaluating immunization records, educating the general public regarding vaccines, maintains medical supplies and electronic immunizations records given. 100% of this individual's effort and time will be dedicated to the immunization program. Performs related duties as assigned or required by the Department of State Health Services; may be activated to perform other duties as needed in a disaster or emergency situation.

Candidates must possess and maintain an unencumbered Registered Nurse License in the State of Texas. Must have at least two years of experience as a Registered Nurse. Current CPR certification is preferred or must obtain within 60 days of employment. Strong computer skills are required. Work requires the ability to exercise independent thinking within the limits of policies, standards, and precedents. Bilingual preferred. Must possess and maintain a valid Texas Operator's Driver's License with an acceptable driving record.

Workplace and Benefits

Collin County offers a fast-paced working environment, 200% retirement match with employee contributions earning 7% interest, 100% tuition reimbursement, affordable medical, dental, and vision plans, 10 paid holidays annually, 24 days of PTO in your first year of employment with balance rollover from year-to-year, county-provided life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, and other optional participation benefits. You can read more about the comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and long and short term disability on the Collin County website.

You must submit a completed application to be considered for employment. Attaching a resume is not considered an acceptable substitute for a completed application.

COLLIN COUNTY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Compensation

Starting Salary : $75,433 per year