Category Archives: University of San Diego

Diversity Club discusses racism as a public health crisis

Posted on June 26, 2020 by

The Diversity Club feels the American Nursing Association position “racism is a longstanding public health crisis in our nation that needs our immediate attention as nurses” is a call to act in providing our fellow students and faculty a unique educational opportunity. Todd … Continue reading →

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Congratulations MEPN Class of 2020

Posted on May 29, 2020 by

Dear MEPN Class of 2020, You have accomplished something exceptional, and you should be very proud. So many people are going to be blessed, not only because of what you have studied, learned and experienced, but because of your devotion … Continue reading →

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MEPN student reflects on the COVID-19 pandemic

Posted on April 16, 2020 by

As a 2nd year MEPN student, and as an employee at one of SDs largest hospitals, it has been a challenging time during this pandemic.  We have all had major disruptions to our daily life, and changes to our academic … Continue reading →

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What MEPNs need to know today about COVID-19

Posted on April 15, 2020 by

Dear MEPNs , We hope you and your families are staying well and that you are getting adjusted to the ‘Stay at Home’ orders. Here’s what you need to know about COVID-19. The MEPN Team SITUATION Around the world and … Continue reading →

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“Give me your tired, your poor…”

Posted on January 30, 2020 by

This post is written by guest writer and MEPN student, Matt Finley “Give me your tired, your poor….” These iconic words have been the promise of hope that has brought immigrants to America for over 200 years. Just a few … Continue reading →

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Get Ready for the Employment Fair

Posted on January 27, 2020 by

HAHN SCHOOL OF NURSING AND HEALTH SCIENCE EMPLOYMENT FAIR Wednesday, February 5, 2020 Room HSN-106 Irene S. Palmer Lecture Hall 1:30 p.m. – 3 p.m. Who Will Be There: ANM Healthcare California Casualty Management Company Department of State Hospitals-Atascadero Ensign … Continue reading →

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Nurses Continue to Rate Highest in Honesty, Ethics

Posted on January 18, 2020 by

WASHINGTON, D.C. — For the 18th year in a row, Americans rate the honesty and ethics of nurses highest among a list of professions that Gallup asks U.S. adults to assess annually. Currently, 85% of Americans say nurses’ honesty and ethical … Continue reading →

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MEPNs work with refugees seeking asylum in the United States at US Mexico border

Posted on November 7, 2019 by

This post is written by guest writer, and 2nd year MEPN Jessica Erickson USD Hahn School of Nursing continues to expand its footprint throughout Tijuana, Mexico. The Mulvaney Center, USD’s connection for community engagement and social action, led us beyond … Continue reading →

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MEPNs continue work in La Morita, Mexico

Posted on June 16, 2019 by

This post is written by guest writer and MEPN student, Jessica Erickson This past weekend, twelve MEPN students escaped the stress of their summer semester and jumped at the opportunity to teach at an educational health fair in La Morita, … Continue reading →

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Did you know, curiosity can be a HIPAA violation?

Posted on March 15, 2019 by

Dozens of employees at Northwestern Memorial Hospital in Chicago, Illinois, were reportedly fired last week, accused of violating the HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996) by accessing the electronic health record (EHR) of former “Empire” actor Jussie … Continue reading →

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