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Position Summary:
Florida Atlantic University is seeking a Registered Nurse. - Boca Raton, FL.
In this position, you will play a vital role in supporting daily clinic operations, assisting with front desk responsibilities, triaging and treating patients, administering medications, and contributing to public health initiatives such as immunization programs and disease tracking efforts.
Summary of responsibilities:
Screens and evaluates symptoms of students/patients in our clinic during office visits. Provides care, administers medications, performs phlebotomy as directed by provider. Counsels on and treatment and counsels for minor illnesses and injuries, exercising independent judgment following guidelines. Documents all patient findings and nursing actions in the patient's chart and other records as appropriate. Maintains confidentiality of records and of individuals' personal health information at all times. Must comply with a federal, state, and university regulations and statutes, as well as internal policies and procedures. Works to foster and maintain a collaborative, engaging, and positive work environment for all students and staff.
Performs treatments, administers medication, performs phlebotomy, and procedures ordered by the physicians and advanced registered nurse practitioners and physician assistant as needed. Assists with procedures and examinations as necessary.
Triages sick patients via phone and walk in visits. Also triages incoming patient calls from front desk staff re: medications, referrals etc. Independently screens and evaluates symptoms of patient and determines next step in their care.
Assist in providing basic first aid and initial triage services during emergency situations, including on-campus mass-casualty incidents, as needed
Participate in RN visits including delivery of immunizations, lab draws and counseling of patients.
Assist MD/NP/PA with appropriate follow up. This may include following up on specific labs, communicating with lab vendors and calling patients when appropriate.
Assists with maintaining supply levels in the clinics and with the maintenance of equipment in sterile and operative condition. Checks emergency equipment and supplies as assigned. Assists in inventory of medications as assigned
Assist with all aspects of medical clinic front desk administrative management while in partner campuses.
FAU Benefits and Perks
If Benefits & Perks are important to you, then FAU is the place to be! Working at FAU has its perks ! In addition to helping drive change and having a positive impact by supporting our students, staff, and faculty, FAU offers:
Excellent benefit packages including Medical (PPO/HMO $50 per month single & $180 per month family), Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending plans, Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and much more.
State retirement options including tax-deferred annuities and Roth 403(b) plans.
State employees Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) (https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service) program.
Sick Leave Pool Program.
Paid time off (eligible employees) including vacation and sick leave, 1 personal day, 9 paid holidays, and paid winter break (at President's discretion).
Paid Community Engagement Volunteer Service Day (https://www.fau.edu/hr/documents/community-engagement-volunteer-leave4-2015.pdf)
Employee Educational Scholarship Program (EESP) for eligible Staff/Faculty - Tuition assistance after 6 months of full-time employment. For in-unit faculty, the EESP program may be extended to spouses and dependent children (eligibility rules apply).
For details on FAU's amazing offers visit us at https://www.fau.edu/hr/benefits/index.php
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Minimum Qualifications:
An Associate in Arts degree or higher from an accredited institution and two years of appropriate experience required.
Licensed as a registered nurse in accordance with Chapter 464, Florida Statues, or eligible to practice nursing in accordance with Section 210, Florida Administrative Code.
Current BLS certification.
Good organizational and time management skills and ability to set priorities.
Ability to elicit, interpret and perform complete histories and physicals.
Knowledge of QA/TQI processes.
Ability to communicate both professionally and efficiently in verbal and written communication.
Knowledge of nursing principles, practices and techniques.
Knowledge of anatomy, physiology, pathophysiology and microbiology.
Knowledge of accreditation processes.
Ability to diagnose and treat health problems.
Ability to perform and experienced in well women exams, Paps, vaginitis, birth control management, STI's, and breast complaints.
Salary:
$26 - $30 hourly.
Non-Exempt Support Personnel (SP)
College or Department:
Division of Student Affairs: Student Health Services
Location:
Boca Raton
Work Days and Hours:
Monday - Friday, 8am - 5pm. Some nights and weekends are required.
Application Deadline:
2026-05-26
Special Instructions to Applicant:
VETERANS' PREFERENCE:
Applicants may claim Veterans' Preference on their application. The applicant claiming preference is responsible for providing required documentation at the time of making an application in Workday for a vacant position, or prior to the closing date of the vacancy announcement. If an applicant qualifies for Veterans' Preference and the SP position, they are shown preference by the guarantee of an interview. Veterans' Preference does not guarantee a job. For additional information, please visit https://www.fau.edu/jobs/resources/veterans/. For assistance, please contact Recruitment Services at empl@fau.edu.
APPLICATION DOCUMENTS REQUIRED:
Resume
Cover Letter
OFFICIAL SEALED TRANSCRIPTS REQUIRED:
Final candidate will be required to have official, sealed transcripts and original NACES evaluation, if applicable, sent from their educational institution to Human Resources prior to the start of employment.
PRE-EMPLOYMENT SCREENINGS REQUIRED:
Selected candidates must successfully complete and pass all employment screenings prior to the start of employment. Employment screenings may include a criminal background check (level I and level II), motor vehicle check, credit check, reference checks, alcohol, and drug screening check.
REQUEST FOR ACCOMMODATIONS:
Individuals with disabilities requiring accommodations may contact the Office of Civil Rights and Title IX at 561-297-3004 or send an email at accommodate@fau.edu. To contact Human Resources, please call 561-297-3057. For communication assistance call 7-1-1.
Florida Atlantic University is where your future begins.
With over 30,000 students from all 50 states and over 180 countries, 21 intercollegiate teams, 180 plus degree programs, and an administration that thrives on discovery and excellence, Florida Atlantic University is pushing the boundaries of higher education. At FAU, the faculty and staff are trailblazers and innovators with a passion for finding creative solutions while advancing science, art and technology in all disciplines. Student success, excellence and community engagement are some of our highest values as a university. These values are prominent throughout FAU's community and are essential to the employee experience. FAU is committed to the principles of engaged teaching, research and service, and reflects this commitment as a key Platform in its 2015 - 2025 Strategic Plan. Our work environment is a hub of cultures from across the nation and the world, making FAU a place where collaboration flourishes. All persons aspiring to achieve excellence in the practice of these principles are encouraged to apply.
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Florida Atlantic University is an equal access/equal opportunity employer that complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination. If you require an accommodation to participate in any part of the recruitment process, please contact Florida Atlantic's Office of Civil Rights and Title IX at 561-297-3004 or send an email to accomodate@fau.edu. To contact Human Resources, please call 561-297-3057 or email jobs@fau.edu. For communications assistance, call 7-1-1.
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Florida Statute 1010.35 - Screening Foreign Researchers
Pursuant to Florida law, any applicant or student seeking employment in a research or research-related support position who is a citizen of a foreign country and not a permanent resident of the U.S., or who is a citizen or permanent resident but is affiliated with or has had at least 1 year of employment or training in China, Russia, Iran, North Korea, Cuba, Venezuela, or Syria is subject to additional screening. Applicants meeting those criteria will be required to provide the following information before any offer of employment can be made: every institution of higher education attended; all previous employment since the applicant's 18th birthday; list of all published material, current and pending research funding from any source, including details about the research, your role, funding source, and amount; list and description of any non-university professional activities; any affiliation with an institution or program in a foreign country. Selected applicants will be required to provide additional information per the Statute, including a complete copy of your passport; and, if available, the most recently submitted DS-160 (Online Nonimmigrant Visa Application).
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Individuals with disabilities requiring accommodation, please call 561-297-3057. For communication assistance, call 7-1-1.
