Nursing Admissions Assistant

Position Summary

Florida Atlantic University is seeking a Nursing Admissions Assistant in Boca Raton, FL. The Nursing Admissions Assistant provides comprehensive administrative and operational support for the College of Nursing admissions process, managing applicant data and records, evaluating academic qualifications for admission eligibility, coordinating applicant interviews, and supporting students throughout the onboarding process. The role serves as a liaison among prospective students, faculty, academic advisors, and university departments to ensure a seamless transition from application to enrollment.

The Nursing Admission Assistant monitors applicant progress, maintains compliance with university policies and accreditation requirements, safeguards confidential student information, and contributes to continuous improvement initiatives that enhance the admissions experience and operational efficiency.

• Utilize and manage student data within NursingCAS and internal student information systems.
• Perform evaluation of academic transcripts to determine program eligibility and prerequisite completion.
• Assist with student onboarding, including guiding students through background check and admission process.
• Coordinate applicant interviews.
• Monitor applicant files to ensure all required documentation is received, complete, and processed in a timely manner.
• Collaborate with college faculty, academic advisors, and university departments to facilitate admissions and onboarding processes.
• Track applicant progress through the admissions cycle and proactively communicate outstanding requirements.
• Ensure compliance with university policies, accreditation standards, and nursing program admission requirements.
• Participate in continuous process improvement initiatives to enhance the applicant experience and streamline admissions operations.
• Support processing of admitted student files and transition of students from applicant to enrolled status.
• Maintain confidentiality of student records in accordance with FERPA and university guidelines.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in an appropriate area of specialization and at least one year of relevant experience.
• Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in the use of computer applications and business software, including Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Outlook, Excel), with the ability to manage documents, correspondence, data, and reports efficiently.

• Master's degree with two years of relevant experience.
• Previous experience with transcript evaluation.
• Experience with NursingCAS or specialized higher education CRN/application software.

Salary: $29.00 - $31.00 per hour.

Work Days and

Hours:

Monday - Friday, part time between the hours of 8 a.m.

- 5 p.m., up to 20 hours a week.

Boca Raton, FL (College of Nursing)

Florida Atlantic University is an equal access/equal opportunity employer that complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination.