"I am so appreciative of preceptors, Rhonda & Katherine for the wonderful experience I got to have.  They gave me the perfect combination of direction and independence which led to an amazing exposure of life in a rural ED."

Darren H.,  preceptorship in ED at Orchard Hospital in Gridley, CA

"I'm so glad I did this experience! It solidified that I want to work in nursing."

Danielle S., preceptorship in Med/Neuro at Enloe Medical Center in Chico, CA

"RCNP was one of the best opportunities I've had in nursing school, and I would 100% recommend it...I've gained confidence in my hands-on skills and independence as a student nurse."

Ana B., preceptorship in Labor & Delivery at Enloe Medical Center in Chico, CA

"This was an amazing preceptorship experience.  It really helped me to gain hands-on experience in a rural nursing setting in a way that is structured and safe for students."

Tasha H., preceptorship in Telemetry at Adventist Health, Rideout Hospital in Marysville, CA

 "I'm much more confident in my skills& abilities now.  I felt 100% supported by the program coordinator throughout my preceptorship.  RCNP is a clinical game changer."

Hannah W, preceptorship in ICU at Enloe Medical Center in Chico, CA

"I am so thankful to have had such a wonderful experience this past winter. I continually learned and became confident in my skills due to this preceptorship. I believe this program has benefited me and is a stepping stone into critical care nursing."

Jasmine C., CSU, Chico senior
Preceptorship in ED at Mercy San Juan Medical Center, Carmichael, CA


"This experience has been so beneficial to my growth as a student nurse, as well as my overall competence and confidence. My preceptor was awesome!"

Michaela K., CSU, Chico senior
Preceptorship in L&D at Enloe Medical Center, Chico, CA


"I loved this program. I learned so much and feel more confident than I ever thought I would be with nursing. The support of the coordinator helped me feel confident going into the program and feel supported throughout."

Jessica G., USF senior
Preceptorship in Maternity Unit at Adventist Health and Rideout, Marysville, CA


"My preceptor poured so much knowledge from her experience in L&D and also made me feel like a friend! The coordinator is the best communicator, full of encouraging words and kind thoughts."

Faith M., San Jose State senior
Preceptorship in L&D at Hazel Hawkins Memorial Hospital, Hollister, CA


"This program was an exceptional learning opportunity that I feel expedited my growth and pushed me to reach my goals as a nursing student. All of my preceptors did an excellent job of making me feel supported. They all did a great job of giving me learning opportunities."

Avery H., SFSU senior
Preceptorship in Cardiovascular ICU at Adventist Health and Rideout, Marysville, CA

"This is such a unique and incredibly valuable program. I highly recommend it to any future nursing student. I will always remember my time doing RCNP and the amazing people I worked with and all I learned."

Amanda H., CSU, Chico senior
Preceptorship in ED at Barton Memorial Hospital, South Lake Tahoe, CA