Category Archives: University of San Diego

USD MEPN Student’s at Bayside Community Center

Posted on July 28, 2021 by kathymarsh

This post is written by 2nd year MEPN student and guest writer, Basma Adams             Bayside Community Center is a neighborhood-based organization that serves Linda Vista and all its community members. They offer social services, information on how to get … Continue reading →

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Have you listened to a nursing podcast?

Posted on July 15, 2021 by kathymarsh

As a nurse it can be difficult to find people who can truly relate to your varied experiences, such as having to deal with particularly challenging patients or regretting taking that extra shift for money—again. Here’s a short list of … Continue reading →

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Today is International Transgender Day of Visibility

Posted on March 31, 2021 by kathymarsh

Today, transgender and nonbinary people around the world will recognize International Transgender Day of Visibility. With transgender visibility in the US at an all-time high in politics, media and sports, today is a day for allies and advocates to show … Continue reading →

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MEPNs provide COVID vaccines for students, faculty, and staff

Posted on February 12, 2021 by kathymarsh

Last week, first-year MEPN students administered COVID-19 vaccinations to over 155 nursing students, faculty, and staff from the School of Nursing. Additionally, MEPNs are out in the San Diego community providing COVID-19 vaccinations for the 65 years of age and … Continue reading →

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Congratulations Morgan!

Posted on December 16, 2020 by kathymarsh

Congratulations!  Kaiser Permanente, announced USD MEPN, Morgan Van Driest received a one-time $2,000.00 Deloras Jones RN award to be used for education related expenses. Way to go, Morgan!

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MEPNs organize donations for those in need

Posted on November 11, 2020 by kathymarsh

This post is written by guest writer and 2nd year MEPN, Kayla Timmons CRASH stands for Community Resources and Self-Help and is a residential, non-profit, MediCal funded substance use rehabilitation house located in Golden Hill. MEPN students and I have … Continue reading →

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Welcome MEPN Class of 2022

Posted on September 9, 2020 by kathymarsh

We are at an unprecedented time in our history as nurses, as members of our community and our world, and as leaders. The Year 2020 opened with great promise as the World Health Organization launched the Year of the Nurse … Continue reading →

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Diversity Club discusses racism as a public health crisis

Posted on June 26, 2020 by kathymarsh

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 kathymarsh

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 kathymarsh

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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