Nursing Simulation: Student Standardized Patient

The California State University; Turlock (CA); On-site; USD 24,796 - 27,552; Part time

Job summary

The California State University in Stanislaus is seeking a Temporary hourly-intermittent Student Assistant in the Nursing Department. The position supports simulation activities, assists faculty, and helps with patient-style scenarios for student nurse training.

Starting on or after August 17, 2026, with potential reappointment based on budget and performance; typical duties include memorizing scenario facts, giving feedback, and working with a team of faculty and staff in an on-site campus

Qualifications

• Must have good communication skills and the ability to work well with a variety of faculty and students.
• Ability to work with a diverse group of faculty and students.
• Ability to take direction from nursing faculty.
• Acting skills are preferred.
• Previous experience as standardized patient.

Responsibilities

• Portray sick and afflicted patients for student nurse training.
• Assist in supporting the Simulation Coordinator, Simulation Technician, and Nursing faculty for simulation activities.
• Memorize and recall scenario facts.
• Provide feedback to learners and faculty.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication skills

Diversity awareness

Direction from faculty

Acting skills

Standardized patient experience

Education

Undergraduate students enrolled in six Fall/Spring units

Job description

The California State University in Stanislaus is seeking a Temporary hourly-intermittent Student Assistant in the Nursing Department. The position supports simulation activities, assists faculty, and helps with patient-style scenarios for student nurse training.

Starting on or after August 17, 2026, with potential reappointment based on budget and performance; typical duties include memorizing scenario facts, giving feedback, and working with a team of faculty and staff in an on-site campus