Job location: Boca Raton

Employment Type: Full-time
Posted data: 2020-10-19
Req: REQ09361
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Position Summary:

Student Health Services is currently seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) for student health services at FAU. The LPN is part of a dynamic team which provides medical care to university students. This position will require LPN to provide services at all 3 SHS clinics.

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, FAU is pushing the boundaries of higher education. Florida Atlantic's faculty and staff are trailblazers and innovators with a passion for finding creative solutions while advancing science, art, and technology in all disciplines. Our work environment is a hub of cultures from across the nation and the world, making FAU a place where collaboration flourishes.

Summary of Responsibilities:

Clinical Care:

• Independently screens and evaluates symptoms of students/patients in our clinic during office visits following guidelines. 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.
• Triaging incoming patient calls from front desk staff re: medications, referrals etc. The LPN is responsible for appropriate counselling as well as discussion with supervising MD/NP/PA/RN when appropriate.
• Assisting MD/NP/PA with appropriate follow up. This may include following up on specific labs, communicating with lab vendors and calling patients when appropriate.
• Participation in nurse visits including delivery of immunizations, medications and lab draws.
• Assists in 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 flu clinics, COVID-19 testing, and outreach efforts.
• 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.

Administrative:

• Assists with front desk duties including: 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.
• Collects and review documents to determine compliance.
• Operates scanning equipment to process immunization documents. File documents as necessary.

Minimum Qualifications:

Licensed as a licensed practical nurse in accordance with Chapter 464, Florida Statutes, or eligible to practice nursing in accordance with Code Ch 64B9, Florida Administrative Code and two years of appropriate experience. Appropriate college coursework may substitute at an equivalent rate for the required experience.

EHR experience.

Enthusiastic team player.

Ability to exhibit a professional, positive attitude and work ethic.

Excellent interpersonal skills required and ability to interact professionally with culturally diverse individuals during a time of crisis and distress.

Ability to show empathy to distressed individuals.

Excellent organizational and communication skills.

Critical thinking and sound judgment required.

Ability to handle confidential information with discretion and professionalism.

Proficiency with technology requirements.

Comply with SHS employee health requirements.

Salary:

$18.00 per hour

College or Department:

Student Health Services

Location:

Boca Raton

Work Days and Hours:

Monday - Friday and occasional weekends, 40 hours a week.

Application Deadline:

2020-11-02-08:00

Special Instructions to Applicant:

Individuals with disabilities requiring accommodation, please call 561-297-3057. 711

Temporary positions are not established positions and are paid from OPS funds. Temporary positions are usually not eligible for benefits and retirement; however, they may be eligible for health insurance coverage depending on the average hours worked per week. They provide full-time or part-time employment in an exempt or non-exempt employment situation based on job duties and salary in accordance with the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). Temporary positions do not have layoff rights and may be terminated without prior notice. Applicants hired into Temporary positions may apply for a regular appointment should a vacancy become available.

Successful completion of a background check, which may include a motor vehicle check, credit check, fingerprinting or additional screening, is required for the selected candidate prior to the start date.

A resume is required for this position. Make sure to attach any required documents in the Attachments section of the application. Any missing required documents may result in disqualification.