Vaccine Administration
Supporting providers participating in California’s vaccine programs.
How to Administer
- Conduct VFC and VFA/LHD 317 eligibility screening at each patient.
- Consider using standing order templates if available to facilitate vaccination.
- Pull vaccines from public or private stock based on eligibility results.
- Distribute vaccine (or immunization) information statements (CDC) before administration.
- Document each immunization, including VIS version date, vaccine given, lot number, injection site, date vaccine was given, and vaccinator name.
- Report any adverse events (PDF) to VAERS (or MedWatch for RSV products).
- Report doses administered to a California immunization registry.
- Bill according to vaccine funding source and eligibility category.
Resources
Administering Vaccines
- Administering Injections (PDF)
- Intranasal and Oral vaccines (PDF)
- Skills Checklist (PDF)
- Immunization Techniques Video
Dose, Route, Site & Needle Size
Injections
Patient Care
- Patient Handouts (Immunize.org)
- Addressing Vaccination Anxiety (Immunize.org)
- Managing Vaccine Reactions (Immunize.org)
- Comfort Measures for Infants (CDPH)
- Before, During, and After Shots (CDC)
- How to Hold Your Child during Shots (CDC)
Emergency Protocols
