Join Our Prestigious Standardized Patient Program and Shape the Future of Nursing!

As a volunteer at Riverside City College School of Nursing—one of the few SSH-accredited simulation programs at the ADN level nationwide and an Apple Distinguished School with consistent 100% NCLEX pass rates—you'll bring real-world scenarios to life, from medical-surgical post-op care to mental health crises. We provide all the training you need, and after a quick background check, you'll make a meaningful impact in our award-winning program.

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What You’ll Do

  • Portray patients in diverse, realistic simulations to train nursing students.

  • Cover scenarios like post-operative recovery, mental health support, and more.

  • Receive free training and ongoing support from our expert team.

Why Join us?

  • Contribute to a nationally recognized program, including NSNA Stellar School honors and top awards for inclusivity in nursing.

  • Gain valuable experience in healthcare education while helping build skilled, compassionate nurses.

  • Flexible opportunities that fit your schedule—background check required for safety.

Join us for our upcoming Standardized Patient Training Workshop

This hands-on workshop will equip you with the skills to portray realistic patient scenarios in our SSH-accredited simulation lab. No experience required—we provide all training.

Date: January 21 2026 | Time: 6pm-7pm |

Location: RCC School of Nursing, Room 156

Frequently Asked Questions

  • A standardized patient is a volunteer who portrays a patient in realistic simulation scenarios to help nursing students practice clinical skills, communication, and decision-making in a safe environment.

  • No, all simulations are non-invasive and use acting, props, and mannequins where needed. Volunteers will not receive any actual injections, treatments, or procedures—everything is simulated for educational purposes only.

  • Volunteers must be 18 years or older and willing to complete a background check before participating.

  • Sessions are flexible, lasting as little as 3 hours or up to 8 hours, depending on the scenario and your availability.

  • We offer free, comprehensive training to prepare you for your role—no prior experience is needed.

  • You'll help with a variety of cases, including medical-surgical post-operative care, mental health situations, and more, to give students hands-on experience.