Nursing Department-Work Study

Odessa College; Odessa (TX); On-site; USD 13,776 - 20,664; Part time

Job summary

A local educational institution in Odessa is seeking a dependable Student Worker for the Nursing Department. This role involves providing clerical support, assisting with simulation setups, and serving as a standardized patient for realistic training scenarios. Ideal candidates should be professional, have strong communication skills, and be adaptable with a flexible schedule. This position offers valuable exposure to healthcare education and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Must qualify for Federal Work Study.
• Availability during daytime hours.
• Comfort with role-playing in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing and organizing simulation spaces.
• Operate basic simulation technology under supervision.
• Serve as a standardized patient for realistic clinical scenarios.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Basic computer skills

Job description

The Nursing Department is seeking an enthusiastic and dependable student worker to provide clerical, departmental, and simulation-based learning support. The student will assist with setting up and running simulations in the Medical Center Hospital Simulation ( SIM ) Hospital and may also serve as a standardized patient to provide realistic clinical scenarios for nursing students. This role offers valuable exposure to healthcare education while fostering teamwork, professionalism, and communication skills.

Specific Position Duties

• Assist in preparing and organizing simulation spaces, equipment, and supplies.
• Operate basic simulation technology (monitors, manikins, and audio/visual equipment) under staff supervision.
• Serve as a standardized patient by portraying patient roles consistently and accurately based on provided case scenarios.
• Provide verbal or written feedback to students from the perspective of a patient when requested.
• Support faculty and simulation staff during simulation activities, including role-play, debriefings, and scenario resets.
• Maintain confidentiality of student performance and departmental information.
• Perform general clerical tasks such as filing, copying, scanning, and organizing documents.
• Answer incoming phone calls and route them to the appropriate faculty or staff.
• Greet and direct students, faculty, and visitors within the Wood’s Health and Science Building.
• Provide general assistance with departmental operations and special projects.
• Perform other duties as assigned by Nursing Department Staff.

Minimum Qualifications

• Must qualify for Federal Work Study.
• Availability during daytime hours (flexible schedule).
• Comfort with role-playing and working in a team-oriented environment.
• Strong communication, listening, and interpersonal skills.
• Professional, dependable, and adaptable.
• Basic computer skills (Microsoft Office, email, etc.) preferred.

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Odessa College
201 W. University Blvd.
Odessa, Tx 79764