Asian Health Services

Registered Nurse - Vaccine Clinic

Asian Health Services  •  Oakland, CA (Onsite)  •  15 days ago
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Job Description

Asian Health Services, founded in 1974, provides medical, dental, and behavioral health services to more than 50,000 patients. Our approach to well-being focuses on “whole patient health” for all. We go beyond our clinic walls and invest in our community’s overall health. We know that income, housing, and environmental struggles lie at the heart of poor health. That’s why we also address food insecurity, youth leadership, and culturally competent care while working towards supporting safer streets and vibrant communities.

Location: Various off-site locations within OUSD (Oakland Unified School District)



Asian Health Services (AHS) is a nonprofit Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) committed to providing comprehensive health services to the underserved communities of Oakland, CA. As part of our Community Liaison Unit, we are currently working on a grant-funded project in partnership with the Alameda County Department of Public Health (ACDPH) to deliver COVID-19 and flu vaccines to children aged 5-11 through mobile clinics at OUSD sites.

Please note Asian Health Services is seeking registered nurses to assist with our mobile clinic van, which will provide COVID and flu vaccinations at various school sites in Oakland in the Fall 2026. This project will run between September and December, with a possibility of extension.

On-Call Position: The mobile vaccine clinic operates on varying dates between 8:00 AM and 3:00 PM. This is an on-call role, where you will be contacted based on your availability for coverage. Events/clinic dates are typically announced 2–4 weeks in advance. Commitment is approximately one clinic day per month.

Selected candidates should expect a 1–2 month onboarding and training period, including shadowing at clinic events prior to independent coverage. A June 2026 start date is preferred.

Roles & Responsibilities

  • Administer COVID-19 and flu vaccines to children aged 5-11 at various OUSD locations.
  • Support the setup and breakdown of mobile vaccine clinics.
  • Provide accurate and culturally sensitive health education to patients and guardians regarding vaccine safety and aftercare.
  • Ensure compliance with all health and safety protocols, including proper documentation and reporting of vaccine administration.
  • Collaborate with AHS staff and other healthcare professionals to ensure smooth clinic operations.
  • Be available to work on short notice (with a minimum of 1-week advance notice), depending on the clinic schedule.

Minimum Qualifications

  • Bachelor of Science (B.S), one year of professional nursing experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Ability to provide 2-3 days of availability and work flexible hours, primarily Monday through Friday from 8 AM to 3 PM, based on clinic schedules.
  • Must be available to work at least three clinics per month unless otherwise decided and approved by the management based on clinic needs.
  • Reliable transportation to travel to various OUSD locations.

Preferred qualifications

  • Commitment to working in the low-income community and to community health care with familiarity with community health clinics is preferred.
  • Ability to speak Cantonese, Mandarin, Vietnamese or Spanish

Certifications, Licenses, Registrations

  • California Registered Nurse license
  • Basic Life Saving (BLS) certification

On-call and temporary employees does not qualify for company benefits.

Asian Health Services

About Asian Health Services

Asian Health Services, founded in 1974, provides health, social, and advocacy services for all regardless of income, insurance status, language, or culture.  Our approach to well-being focuses on "whole patient health"​, which is why besides primary care we go beyond the walls of the clinic to offer community care, including prenatal wellness classes for moms-to-be, IT classes for seniors, and monthly food distribution.  

Industry
Healthcare & Social Services
Company Size
201-500 employees
Headquarters
Oakland, CA
Year Founded
1974
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