Temporary Standardized Patient for Mental Health Nursing Simulations

About the Opportunity

We are seeking dedicated individuals to serve as Standardized Patients (SPs) for mental health simulation this role you will portray patients with various mental health conditions to help train undergraduate nursing students in assessment communication and therapeutic intervention skills. This position requires the ability to consistently and accurately portray assigned roles while providing a safe educational learning environment.

Job Responsibilities:

Scenario Performance

Portray patients with mental health conditions following detailed case scenarios and scripts with consistency and authenticity

Demonstrate specific symptoms behaviors and emotional responses as outlined in case materials

Respond to learners questions and interventions in character while maintaining scenario objectives

Training and Preparation

Attend mandatory training sessions to learn new cases and refine performance skills

Review and memorize case materials including patient history symptoms and behavioral cues

Participate in case development and refinement as requested

Practice scenarios with other SPs and facilitators to ensure consistency

Professional Conduct

Maintain strict confidentiality regarding learner performance and simulation activities

Arrive punctually and prepared for all scheduled sessions

Dress appropriately for assigned roles

Maintain professional demeanor with learners faculty and staff

Follow all safety protocols and institutional policies

Administrative Tasks

Complete timesheets and required documentation accurately

Communicate availability and scheduling conflicts promptly

Maintain current contact information with the simulation instructors

Report equipment issues or concerns to appropriate staff

Qualifications:

Required:

High school diploma or equivalent

Excellent verbal communication and interpersonal skills

Ability to memorize and consistently portray complex characters

Emotional maturity and ability to portray sensitive mental health scenarios

Reliability and punctuality

Comfort with receiving and providing constructive feedback

Preferred:

Previous acting teaching or standardized patient experience

Background in healthcare social work psychology or related field

Personal or professional familiarity with mental health conditions

Position Type

Additional Information

Northeastern University considers factors such as candidate work experience education and skills when extending an offer.

Northeastern has a comprehensive benefits package for benefit eligible employees. This includes medical vision dental paid time off tuition assistance wellness & life retirement- as well as commuting & transportation. Visit for more information.

All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race religion color national origin age sex sexual orientation disability status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

This job is for a current or anticipated job vacancy.

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