Student Patient Actor

California State University, Stanislaus; Turlock, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 24,796 - 28,929; Part time

Job summary

California State University, Stanislaus in Stanislaus - Turlock offers a temporary hourly-intermittent Student Assistant position in the Nursing Department. The role supports simulation activities and requires undergraduate enrollment and financial aid eligibility.

Start date is August 17, 2026 with potential for reappointment based on budget and performance. Responsibilities include portraying patients for training, assisting faculty, recalling scenario facts, and providing feedback to

Qualifications

• Undergrad students must be registered/enrolled in a minimum of six Fall/Spring units.
• Must have received and accepted Financial Aid award for the current semester/year.

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

Collaboration across departments

Education

Undergraduate student enrollment (6 units)

Job description

Apply now Job no: 559248 Department: College of Science Work type: Student Assistant Location: Stanislaus - Turlock Categories: Temporary, Part Time, On-site (work in-person at business location), Unit 15 - CSUEU - Student Assistants

Position Summary

Temporary hourly-intermittent student assistant position(s) available in the Nursing Department.

Start Date

Available on or after August 17, 2026 and ending on or before May 31, 2026. Possibility of reappointment based on budget, department needs, and job performance.

Job Description / Duties

• 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.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate students must be registered/enrolled in a minimum of six (6) Fall/Spring units.
• Must have received and accepted Financial Aid award for the current semester/year in which you are applying.

Preferred Qualifications

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

Salary

$18.00 per hour.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The university is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against persons on the basis of race, religion, color, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, medical condition, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, covered veteran status, or any other protected status. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply.