Nursing Clinic
The Ross County Health District (RCHD) Nurse Clinic is open for appointments Monday through Thursday from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. and Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. (except holidays). Call 740-775-1146 to schedule an appointment. Walk-ins are also welcome.
Immunization
Clients under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian with valid identification. Parents should bring a copy of their child’s immunization record if available. Immunization records may also be obtained from the physician who administered your child’s most recent vaccines. RCHD does have access to the state vaccination registry; however, records may not include a complete immunization history because provider participation in the registry is voluntary.
The RCHD Nurse Clinic offers immunizations for children, adolescents, and adults. Vaccines for individuals with certain high-risk conditions may need to be specially ordered. The clinic does not provide all immunizations required for international travel.
Recommended vaccines for children
- Hepatitis A and B
- Tetanus, Diphtheria, and Whooping Cough (DTap,Tdap, Td)
- Polio (inactivated)
- Pneumonia (Prevnar-13)
- Haemophilus Influenzae B (Hib)
- Rotavirus (Rotateq)
- Meningitis (MCV4)
- Meningitis B (Men B)
- Measles, Mumps, and Rubella (MMR)
- Chickenpox (Varicella)
- Human Papillomavirus* (HPV4, Gardasil)
- Influenza (during flu season)
Your children may eligible for no-cost vaccines through CDC’s Vaccines for Children (VFC) Program.💉
RCHD’s vaccine administration fee is $10 per vaccine ($30 maximum per family). No one is turned away for inability to pay the administration fee. Our Public Health Nursing Clinic hours are Monday through Thursday from 8am to 4pm and Friday from 8am to 12pm.
Call us to get your child’s appointment today at 740-775-1146.
Center for Disease Control – Vaccines for Children (VFC) Program
Adult (19 and over) Vaccines currently available:
- Hepatitis A and B
- Tetanus, Diphtheria, and Whooping Cough (Tdap, Td)
- Pneumonia (Prevnar-13, Pneumovax-23)
- Meningitis (MCV4)
- Meningitis B (Men B)
- Measles, Mumps, and Rubella (MMR)
- Chickenpox (Varicella)
- Human Papillomavirus* (HPV4, Gardasil)
- Shingles
- Influenza (during flu season)
Immunization Records
If you would like a copy of your immunization record, please visit our office and complete a Release of Records form. Please bring a valid photo ID. There is no cost for this service, and your request can usually be completed during your visit. RCHD does have access to the state vaccination registry; however, records may not include a complete immunization history because provider participation in the registry is voluntary.
TB Skin Testing
Clients under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian with valid identification. Client must be able to return 48-72 hours after administration.
Urine Pregnancy Testing
Available during business hours.
Hepatitis C and HIV Antibody Testing
*FREE* Hepatitis C and HIV antibody testing is now available through RCHD’s Public Health Nursing Clinic. Appointments are preferred, but walk-in testing can be completed.
Give our nurses a call at 740-775-1146 to set up your appointment.
