Nursing Program Standardized Participant (SP) - Casual

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Please Note: PCC currently limits employment to individuals residing in Oregon and Washington. Employment offers are contingent upon the ability to establish residence in Oregon or Washington.

Portland Community College is the largest post-secondary institution in Oregon and 19th largest in the nation, serving approximately 80,000 full- and part-time students.

Casual positions at Portland Community College have a working hour limit per fiscal year.

Portland Community College (PCC) is accepting applications for a Standardized Participant for the Nursing Program. This is a Part-time, on-call position based on simulation scheduling needs (typically Monday - Friday).

The Standardized Participant is a Casual position at PCC, with a $25/hour pay rate.

Function/Duties of Position

Under the supervision of the PCC Nursing Simulation Leads, the Standardized Participant (SP) supports the nursing program by portraying patients, family members, or other healthcare roles in simulated clinical encounters.

Responsibilities include:

• Accurately portraying physical, emotional, and behavioral characteristics of patients, family members or healthcare professionals based on provided case materials.
• Memorizing and consistently repeating key scenario details or responses.
• Maintaining a high level of professionalism, consistency, and confidentiality throughout all learning activities.
• Collaborating with faculty, staff, and fellow SPs to support student learning objectives.

Required Qualifications

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to follow detailed instructions and deliver consistent performances.
• Experience as an actor or standardized participant
• Dependable, organized, and punctual.
• Receptive to direction and feedback from faculty and simulation staff.
• Must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.
• High School Diploma

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with healthcare terminology and basic clinical equipment.
• Experience in healthcare education or academic settings.
• 2+ years of experience as an actor or standardized participant
• Comfort working with diverse populations and supporting inclusive learning environments.