Standardized Patient​/Student Advisor

Overview

Position Title:

Standardized Patient/Student Advisor

Department:
Department of Nursing

Appointment Term:
Spring (January - May)

FLSA:
Non-Exempt

This position serves as a patient actor for nursing training simulations. The standardized participant (or student actor) portrays the role of real patients and/or family members including signs and symptoms of disease, emotions, etc. during simulation experiences for undergraduate nursing students. Standardized patients will have the opportunity to participate in feedback for students involved in simulation.

• Attend orientation and training.
• Remain in good academic and professional standing to retain position.
• Support application of standards-based nursing practice.
• Maintain simulation lab environment for effective learning.
• Follow infection control guidelines.
• Communicate with faculty regarding student performance. Comply with Nursing Student Handbook and Simulation Lab Policies
• Comply with assigned work schedule;
  Timely notification of changes to Nursing Simulation Lab Director (NSLD).
• Accurately maintain time sheets according to the Payroll Policy
• Ensure effective and efficient use of supplies and equipment.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Nursing Simulation Lab Director (NSLD).

• MWSU Student
• Degree Seeking
• At least an overall 2.0 GPA
• Enrolled at least part-time

• Dependable
• Ability to read a case overview and portray patient/family members
• Healthcare experience
• Acting abilities
• Punctual

Light Work:
Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects.

Location:

Nursing Simulation Lab

Federal Work Study:
Not Required

Position to begin 01/29/2026 or as soon as student is eligible to start. 10 hours per week

Posting Number: ST274P

Number of Vacancies: 3

Open Date: 01/16/2026

Priority Deadline: 02/28/2026

Open Until Filled:
Yes

This position can hire a student who does or does not qualify for Federal Work Study eligibility. For more information on Federal Work Study eligibility, contact Financial Aid. (Eder Hall 103; ;
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