CPU College of Nursing holds “Successology” of Nurses Abroad

By Keziah G. Huelar

*Mrs. Ann Catedrilla Seisa, BSN Class 1977 shares her life and testimony during the “Successology of Nurses Abroad” held at the Loreto D. Tupaz Building.*

A testimony of faith and excellence – the Central Philippine University College of Nursing held a talk entitled “Successology of Nurses Abroad” at the Audio Visual Room, Loreto D. Tupaz Building on February 12, 2019.

Guest Speaker, Mrs. Ann Catedrilla Seisa, BSN Class 1977, shared her experiences as a Centralian nurse working abroad, a philanthropist and businesswoman.

As a Centralian nurse, Mrs. Seisa encouraged CPU nursing students to pursue their profession with excellence and commitment. “I am committed to do the best. That means when you are a Filipino nurse, when you are a CPU nurse, not only when you compete with the rest of the nurses you have to give not a hundred percent of yourself but a thousand percent.”

Sharing her life and testimony, she gave 3Fs: focus on your goals, follow through and finish strong, which according to her are the key factors of her successes.

Mrs. Seisa highlighted the importance of dedication and hard work coupled with grit in order to achieve one’s dream. According to her, the challenges of life are there to promote and hone us for bigger things. “The challenges prepare you for the next big thing. You have to have the determination and the grit to achieve your dreams. Be open to opportunities, you need to be ready for them.”

She also talked about the importance of being grateful to God and to appreciate the people He placed in one’s life. “Don’t forget to bring the Lord in your life and [your successes]. To be able to [thank Him] and be grateful for the [love and support] of your family and friends.”

It can be recalled that in 2008, Mrs. Seisa and her husband, Mr. Narciso “Loy” Seisa, sponsored the construction of the covered stage located in the center of the Loreto D. Tupaz Building in honor of her parents Mr. and Mrs. Ponciano Catedrilla. She and her Batch BSN 1977 donated 2 million pesos for the repainting of the Loreto D. Tupaz Building.

In 1986, the couple founded the Vagthol’s Residential Care Center, Inc. in Los Angeles, California. The center started as a boarding facility for senior citizens. Now, the center serves individuals with Phenylketonuria (PKU).

Mrs. Seisa is also the Chief Executive Officer of Solarex Energy International. She was a volunteer at the Frank D. Lanterman Regional Center and later became a member of its Board of Directors and the chair of its Program Services and Strategic Committee. Currently, Mrs. Seisa serves as managing partner for ASN, LLC and Vagthes, LLC, real estate holding companies.

The CPU College of Nursing takes pride in its alumni here and abroad. As the college gears up for new developments and breakthroughs, it recognized the role of the alumni not only in supporting the endeavors of the college but in coming back and sharing their insights and perspectives to the new breed of CPU nursing students for the glory of God and for the pride of Central.

CPU, IMH, CCINAA hold Dedication Service for CPU College of Nursing Virtual Simulation Laboratory and Learning Resource Center

By Keziah G. Huelar

CPU President, Dr. Teodoro C. Robles, College of Nursing Dean, Atty. Salex A. Alibogha together with previous College of Nursing Deans Dr. Betty T. Polido and Prof. Lily Lynn V. Somo, Mrs. Seisa and her husband, Mr. Narciso “Loy” Seisa.

A thanksgiving to the Lord – Central Philippine University, Iloilo Mission Hospital and the Central Philippine University, Capiz Emmanuel Hospital and Iloilo Mission Hospital Nurses’ Alumni Association held a dedication service for the CPU College of Nursing Virtual Simulation Laboratory and Learning Resource Center at the 2^nd Floor, Loreto D. Tupaz Building on February 12, 2019.

The invocation was led by Prof. Rona Idmene, faculty, College of Nursing.

For the opening remarks, CPU President, Dr. Teodoro C. Robles thanked everyone who supported the university’s vision of promoting excellence and competitiveness in nursing education through the said laboratory. “I thank you all for coming to share this important event with us, especially our alumni from different parts of the world. It shows how continuously you have supported the mission of this university.” Dr. Robles also underscored the university administration’s commitment in pursuing developments and linkages in order to make CPU’s academic programs globally competitive.

*College of Nursing Dean, Atty. Salex A. Alibogha thanked the CPU nursing alumni around the globe for their continuous support to the endeavors of the college.*

In his message, Atty. Salex E. Alibogha, Dean College of Nursing, talked about the college’s dream of having its own nursing virtual simulation laboratory and how it would impact Centralian nursing graduates to be more competitive and efficient professionals. “The idea of having the virtual simulation laboratory was conceived last February 201. Through the efforts of Ma’am Seisa and our alumni in the rest of the world we have started our virtual laboratory campaign fund.”

After which, Mrs. Ann Catedrilla Seisa, BSN Class 1977 and one of the major donors of virtual simulation laboratory fund, delivered the inspirational message. Mrs. Seisa highlighted the nursing alumni’s continuous love and support to the college. “It is the commitment of this university to be the best and I think, as an alumna, we are all going to be supportive [of the many endeavors of CPU]. I am very proud to say that because of the generosity of the alumni, CPU is the first in the region to acquire the high end, state of the art Apollo manikin which our students can practice various medical scenarios in all systems of the body.”

According to Mrs. Seisa, the goal of having the virtual simulation laboratory is to produce excellent and competitive nursing graduates that will proudly carry the CPU College of Nursing banner throughout the globe. “[Through this laboratory] our graduates will have the competency with technological innovations that will give them an edge to be able to successfully work here and abroad.”

*Mrs. Ann Catedrilla Seisa, BSN Class 1977 turnovers two checks amounting to $10,500 to CPU President, Dr. Teodoro C. Robles and College of Nursing Dean, Atty. Salex A. Alibogha.*

Mrs. Ann Catedrilla Seisa also pledged an amount during her speech as part of the seed money for the 2^nd phase of the virtual laboratory. Later during the demonstration of what the virtual laboratory can do, Mrs. Seisa turned over two checks amounting to $10,500.00 to Dr. Robles and Atty. Alibogha.

Mrs. Seisa’s message was then followed by the Words of Thanksgiving by Rev. Roger T. Quimpo, Pastor for Outreach. Rev. Quimpo’s message focused on kindness and how it glorifies Jesus. “If we perform acts of kindness in the name of kindness or in our name, we receive the glory but when we perform acts of kindness in Jesus’ name, He gets the glory and we receive the reward. So kindness does pay off but we are kind because we want to honor and glorify Jesus.”

After which the Candle Lighting and Litany of Dedication took place followed by the Ceremonial Cutting of Ribbon led by Dr. Robles, Mrs. Seisa and Atty. Alibogha.

The Prayer of Dedication and Benediction was then given by Rev. Quimpo.

CPU College of Nursing holds International Balik-Turo Program

*Atty. Salex E. Alibogha, Acting Dean, CPU College of Nursing thanked the alumni for their strong commitment and support to the activities of the college.*

With the aim of equipping Centralian nurses with the updates and current trends in the professional practice, the Central Philippine University College of Nursing held an International Balik-Turo Program on “Current Trends in Nursing Practice in the United States of America” by Dr. Susan B. Gabayeron, BSN Class 1990. The event was held at the Audio Visual Room, Loreto D. Tupaz Building on January 31, 2018.

The general objective of the program is to create a venue for academic exchange to update and enrich the perspectives of Centralian nursing students regarding international health care issues. Its specific objectives include discussing the different health care issues confronting the world, explicating the role of nurses in global health care issues confronting patient care, and allowing the participants to express their own perspectives on international issues affecting the nursing profession.

For the opening remarks, Atty. Salex E. Alibogha, Acting Dean of the CPU College of Nursing, highlighted the importance of the Balik-TuroProgram in helping CPU nursing students gain ideas about the international trends in nursing to prepare them before they get into professional practice. He also thanked the strong alumni support of Centralian nurses here and abroad by sharing their time, talent, and expertise to the series-lecture.

*Centralian eagerly listen to Atty. Alibogha’s opening remarks.*

CPU Vice President for Academic Affairs, Dr. Irving Domingo Rio, in his message, thanked the CPU College of Nursing for holding the Balik-TuroProgram. According to him, the program helps the university produce globally competitive nurses, “This Balik-Turo Program is a matter of privilege; it is free of charge and I thank the CPU College of Nursing and its alumni for creating an activity that encourages our nurses to excel.”

Academic Coordinator, Ms. Joelah V. Rio, introduced guest speaker Dr. Susan B. Gabayeron, a 1980 Bachelor of Science in Nursing graduate of CPU. She took up her Master of Science in Nursing at the University of Phoenix and her Doctor of Philosophy in Nursing at Chamberlain College of Nursing. She is currently a registered nurse at Saint Francis Medical.

She is a recipient of the DAISY (Diseases Attacking the Immune System) Award given to nurses who have passion and as excelled in their professional practice. Gabayeron is also part of the prestigious Sigma Theta Tau, a group of recognized nurses around the globe.

For her lecture, Gabayeron talked about the importance of evidence based practice in creating the best practice and protocols for the nursing practice, “After getting a research fund for sepsis, I was given the task of studying and researching for the best nursing practices to address the disease. Here, I realized the importance of evidence-based practice in finding the best health care solutions in bed care.”

Vice President for Academic Affairs, Dr. Irving Domingo Rio, commended the CPU College of Nursing for holding activities that encourage nurses to pursue excellence in their future professional practice.

*A heart for excellence and commitment to the nursing profession, guest speaker, Dr. Susan B. Gabayeron, BSN Class 1990 encouraged the Centralian nursing students to love their profession.*

She also answered frequently asked questions on Stroke Preparedness, Bedside Shivering Assessment Score, PT Care Cooling Phase and Pre-Warming Phase and other bed care practices. Gabayeron emphasized the importance of proper documentation in the nursing profession, “Documentation is crucial in the nursing practice. You have to be very detailed in the time, the symptoms, the documentation. This will determine how good you are as a nurse.”

For the closing remarks, Ma. Lourdes Sampiano, Clinical Instructor, CPU College of Nursing thanked Gabayero for sharing her time and expertise to the college. She also hoped that the participants would take into heart the lecture as they become professional nurses later on carrying the banner of CPU.