Vaccine Coordinator LVN

Who We Are:

SAC Health empowers our patients and their families to live vibrant and healthy lives through culturally responsive exceptional care. Patientcentered wholeperson care. Our unique full scope teambased approach is what makes SAC Health the provider of choice for patients.

TopTier Patient Satisfaction Scores Largest Teaching Health Center FQHC 11 Locations offering 44 Specialties NCQA PatientCentered Medical Home Level 3 Certified
MultiSite Approved for NHSC & NCLRP loan forgiveness programs NHSC/Nurse Corps/STAR/Pediatric Specialty HPSA Scores: Primary: 17 Dental: 25 Mental: 20

What We Are Looking For

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 (afterhours and/or weekends) may be required for the purpose of responding to outofrange temperature excursions and afterhour notifications. May require use of personal vehicle if company vehicle is unavailable.

Schedule: 5 days per week 8 hours per day Monday Friday Location: City CA

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND DELIVERABLES

• 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 selfinspections for continuous improvement.
• During business hours responsible for reporting out of range vaccine refrigerator temperature excursions to Nurse Manager. Acts as backup for afterhours 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 problemsolving 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.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Education: High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Licensure/Certification: Current active and unrestricted LVN License required; current 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.
• Experience: Minimum of one (1) year experience as an LVN is required.
• Essential Technical/Motor Skills: 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 handeye coordination to utilize assessment tools
• Interpersonal Skills: Bilingual English/Spanish preferred. 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 lowincome clients
• Essential Mental Abilities: Prioritize variety of assignments follow moderate/complex instructions proofread documents for content/context accuracy recognize and appropriately report safety problems or other problem situations.

EEO: SAC Health is committed to fostering a diverse equitable and inclusive work environment and is committed to being an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion gender gender identity or expression sexual orientation national origin genetics disability age or veteran status.

Full Benefits Package Effective on Your First Day!

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!

Learn More About the Work We Do:

SAC Healths Mission: SAC Healths mission is to reflect the healing ministry & love of Jesus Christ through healthcare education & partnerships that empower our communities to flourish.

SAC Healths Core Values: Quality Healthcare Teamwork Wholeness Integrity Compassion Excellence Humble Service Respect