Standardized Patient

Grand Canyon University Accelerated BSN Program – Albuquerque

Grand Canyon University has launched an Accelerated BSN Program in Albuquerque - Join Us! GCU is one of Arizona’s leading institutions of higher learning. GCU is an institutionally accredited, private, nondenominational Christian University. The College of Nursing and Health Care Professions at Grand Canyon University is currently seeking a part time Standardized Patient. A Standardized Patient is a trained individual who can accurately and consistently portray the history, personality, physical findings, emotional structure and response pattern of an actual patient, family member, health care provider, or needed role at a particular point in time.

A Standardized Patient must be able to provide individualized feedback on interpersonal and clinical skills to nursing students and GCU Faculty. Standardized patients must pass the required patient competencies before being deployed as a standardized patient. Training will be provided. We are especially interested in applicants who can strengthen the diversity of our academic community. Site

Location:

6200 Jefferson St. NE, Albuquerque

Schedule:

Simulation starts at 7:30am. Part time hours are scheduled Monday-Friday between 7:30am and 4pm, 5-15 hours per week

• Portray all aspects of the patient scenario, including history of current problem, affect/behavior, and physical findings in a standardized, accurate, and reliable manner
• Provide written and face-to-face verbal feedback to the student and supervising faculty member
• Accept ongoing feedback and incorporate that feedback into case simulation
• Respond to e-mails in a timely fashion
• Be on time and keep scheduled appointments
• Provide a positive example to students by supporting the University’s Doctrinal Statement, Ethical Position Statement and Mission of Grand Canyon University.

• Ability to work a flexible schedule of appointments - schedule will be provided in advance
• Reliable transportation and the ability to travel to scheduled facility
• High School Diploma

GCU's Christian worldview has shaped the university's mission and growth for more than 65 years. As a Christ-centered higher education institution, GCU integrates faith, learning and work to connect the GCU community with distinct Christian principles and strong central values. The University values diversity among its students, faculty and staff, and invites applications from all qualified individuals, including minorities, females, individuals with disabilities and veterans.

At GCU, working professionals may find their purpose in ways marked by compassion, service, integrity and concern for the common good. Employment is contingent upon the satisfactory outcome (as determined by the university) of pre-employment screening activities, including a background check. All staff and faculty candidates will be asked to review GCU’s Staff or Faculty expectations as part of the application process.

The University values diversity among its students, faculty and staff, and invites applications from all qualified individuals, including minorities, females, individuals with disabilities and veterans.