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Position Summary:

Florida Atlantic University is seeking a Nurse Practitioner - Boca Raton, FL.

Summary of Responsibilities:

Initiates and leads the comprehensive memory evaluation clinical process conducted by an interdisciplinary team of geriatric specialists in consultation with the patient’s personal physician/health care provider.  The evaluation addresses the nature, extent, and cause of memory problems. 

Performs an extensive, memory-focused history and physical assessment. This includes a review of all current medications, a screening of emotional factors that may affect memory, and a screening of cognitive functions, including memory.  Meets with family members/caregivers for their concerns and questions.

Remains attentive and responsive to the patient’s and the family member’s/significant other’s needs.

Works with the patient’s existing health care providers to obtain necessary laboratory work and neuro-imaging studies.

Determines next steps in the process, such as appropriate (medically necessary) referrals for neuropsychological testing.

Meets with the patient and family at the feedback session to review the test results and recommendations. Forward evaluation reports to the patient’s treating physician(s)/health care providers. 

Leads and participates in the Clinic’s interprofessional case conferences, held at least twice weekly, and prepares written reports to share with the patient/family and health care providers.

Works closely with the Clinical Director, the Center’s Director, each member of the team/staff, the Day Center, the MD collaborator, and the Medical Director in order to meet the complex needs of the persons we serve, exemplifies our philosophy of the College of Nursing and guides students’ practicum experiences.

The College of Nursing at Florida Atlantic University seeks scholars who are committed to supporting the learning needs of students from diverse backgrounds and to thoughtfully engaging all communities in higher education. Florida Atlantic University embodies a culture of strategic and collaborative community engagement that results in mutual benefit to the institution and the various internal and external communities that it serves. 

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Minimum Qualifications:

Master of Science in Nursing from an accredited institution and one year of experience appropriate required.

License as Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner (ARNP), State of Florida required.

Salary:

$60.00 per hour.

College or Department:

OPS - CON: Memory Wellness Center - Clinic

Location:

Boca Raton

Work Days and Hours:

Part time up to 29 hours per week. Monday - Friday, between the hours of 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Application Deadline:

2025-01-02

Special Instructions to Applicant:

This is a part time position.

This position eligible for flex scheduling under the discretion of the supervisor.

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.

APPLICATION DOCUMENTS REQUIRED:
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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 ACCOMODATIONS:
Individuals with disabilities requiring accommodations may contact Human Resources at 561-297-3057. For inquiries concerning employees, job applicants or other available accommodations, please email accommodate@fau.edu or call the Office of Civil Rights and Title IX at (561) 297-3004.

As a Hispanic-serving institution, Florida Atlantic University (FAU) is one of the most racially and ethnically diverse institutions in the Florida state university system. We are committed to recruiting and retaining talented faculty and staff. We embrace our shared responsibility to create and celebrate a welcoming and inclusive campus environment for all. Our community features excellent schools, a vibrant and safe community, and a sub-tropical climate conductive to year-round outdoor activities.