Registered Nurse

Florida Atlantic University; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 36,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent benefits packages

State retirement options

Job summary

Florida Atlantic University seeks a Registered Nurse at the Jupiter campus to support daily clinic operations, triage patients, administer medications, and assist with immunization programs. The role includes front desk duties, EHR documentation, and public health activities under SHS guidelines.

The position requires FL RN licensure or eligibility, BLS, and strong organizational skills. Monday–Friday, some evenings/weekends, at John D. MacArthur Campus, FAU.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or higher from an accredited institution.
• Licensed as a registered nurse in Florida or eligible to practice.
• Current BLS certification.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to elicit, interpret and perform complete histories and physicals.
• Knowledge of nursing principles, anatomy and pathophysiology.

Responsibilities

• Assist with front desk duties and medical management software.
• Maintain confidentiality of medical records and PHI.
• Screen and triage students/patients during visits.
• Administer medications following provider guidelines.
• Support immunization efforts and COVID-related activities.
• Assist with follow-up and coordination of care.

Skills

Patient triage

Communication skills

Records handling

Time management

Empathy

Education

Associate degree or higher

RN license (FL) or eligible

Current BLS certification

Job description

Position Summary

Florida Atlantic University is seeking a Registered Nurse. - Jupiter, FL.

This position plays 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.

• Assist will all aspects of medical clinic front desk using a medical management software system. Duties include: greeting patients upon arrival, checking appointment status, verifying eligibility and insurance, completing check-in/check-out procedures, verifying that confidential documents are updated in EHR.
• Maintain confidentiality of medical records and of patients'/student' personal health information at all times. Answer in person and telephone inquiries.
• Collect and review documents to determine compliance. Operate scanning equipment to process immunization documents. File documents as necessary.
• Screens and evaluates symptoms of students/patients in our clinic during office visits. Provides care and treatment and counsels for minor illnesses and injuries, exercising independent judgment following guidelines. Documents all patient findings and nursing actions in the student's chart and other records as appropriate.
• Maintains confidentiality of records and of individuals' personal health information at all times.
• Performs treatments and procedures ordered by the physicians and advanced registered nurse practitioners and physician assistant as needed. Assists with procedures and examinations as necessary. Administers medications following guidelines and as requested by providers.
• Triages sick patients via phone and walk in visits. Independently screens and evaluates symptoms of students 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
• Support university-wide case and contact tracking efforts to communicate with COVID-19- related FAU members and their contacts to document symptom screening, refer for testing according to established protocols, to provide them with instructions for quarantine or isolation, and to provide medical clearances.
• Follow all scripts, policies and procedures provided by FAU Student Health Services (SHS) and comply with university training regarding confidential information.
• Participate in nurse visits including but not limited to the delivery of immunizations and lab draws per standing order policy which is within the scope of RN license.
• Must comply with federal, state, and university regulations and statutes, as well as internal policies and procedures. Comply with SHS employee health requirements.
• Works to foster and maintain a collaborative, engaging, and positive work environment for all students and staff.
• Participates in assessment, accreditation, quality improvement, and regulatory compliance.
• 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 and PAR levels.
• 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.
• Assist with flu clinics, COVID-19 testing and vaccination, and outreach efforts.
• Other job related duties as assigned by Nurse Supervisor or Chief Medical Officer.

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) 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
• 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.

College or Department

Division of Student Affairs: Student Health Services

Location

John D. MacArthur Campus - Jupiter

Work Days and Hours

Monday - Friday, 8am - 5pm. Some nights and weekends are required.

Application Deadline

2026-09-23

Special Instructions to Applicant

This recruitment has been reopened; all previous applicants are still under consideration and need not reapply. This position may close without prior notice.

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 [e-mail].

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 [e-mail]. To contact Human Resources, please call 561-297-3057. For communication assistance call 7-1-1.