Standardized Patient-LSH - H

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About the role

The Standardized Patient is a professional contributor to the simulation experiences of WGU nurse practitioner students with educational experience as a Registered Nurse or Certified Teacher. This role is responsible for playing the part of the patient during the Objective Structured Clinical Examinations (OSCEs) for nurse practitioner students.

Responsibilities

• Play the role of the patient during the Objective Structured Clinical Examinations (OSCEs) for nurse practitioner students, using a scripted case that includes chief complaint, past medical history, physical examination findings, and appropriate responses.
• Prepare to play the specific role for each OSCE using the scripted case.
• Create a backup recording of each completed OSCE.
• Help students troubleshoot common technological issues during OSCEs.
• Remain punctual for student OSCE experiences.
• Act as a steward for carrying out WGU’s mission and strategic vision by demonstrating effective and consistent commitment to learner-centered, competency-based educational support.
• Foster student learning through innovative, effective learning practices.
• Respond with urgency to meet student needs and communicate professionally and respectfully with students and all other members of the WGU community.
• Respond promptly to student and faculty communication.
• Use technology-based OSCE recording and communication platforms to aid students in the development and demonstration of competencies.
• Participate in all required training activities.
• Consistently exhibit WGU Leadership Principles.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• 2 years' experience as a Bachelor’s prepared certified teacher or 2 years' experience as a Bachelor’s prepared registered nurse.
• Excellent time management skills.
• Ability to accurately and consistently perform specific OSCE scenarios, including demonstrating symptoms, problems, and behaviors associated with the OSCE scripts.
• Ability to effectively communicate with students acting as providers and WGU faculty.
• Ability to remain in character when dealing with students playing the role of a healthcare provider.
• Ability to keep all OSCE case information confidential.
• Ability to be discrete in answering student questions to avoid leading the student or giving away additional case information.
• Ability to manage time to prevent OSCEs from running over the assigned time per case.
• Technological competency with OSCE recording and communication platforms.
• Extraordinary customer service orientation.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present information clearly, concisely, and accurately; friendly, persuasive speaking and writing style.
• Well organized, conscientious, and detail-oriented.
• Strong understanding, acceptance, adherence, and promotion of the tenets of competency-based education in the WGU model.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience in the performing arts, education, or in conducting virtual presentations is beneficial.

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.

Working Conditions

• Dedicated, private office space that will be uninterrupted by others.
• Ability to be on camera for student simulation activities.
• Occasional travel of up to 20%, including required attendance at designated company summits (typically one to two per year). Additional travel may include conferences, visits to company locations, and other business-related events as needed.

Pay

The salary range for this position takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. A reasonable estimate of the current range is $28.41 - $41.25 per hour. It is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their position, and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case.

Schedule

This is a part-time, intermittent position (classified to work less than 30 standard weekly hours).

Benefits

• Eligible for mental healthcare.
• Retirement savings plan.
• Wellbeing program.
• Prorated paid holidays and accrued sick time.