SU Nursing teams present research at 23rd National Conference for Nursing Students
Two undergraduate research teams from the Silliman University College of Nursing represented the University at the 23rd National Conference for Nursing Students held on October 5, 2025, at The Manila Hotel, Manila, Philippines.
Organized by the Association of Deans of Philippine Colleges of Nursing (ADPCN), the annual conference gathered nursing educators, researchers, and students from across the country to promote research in nursing. This year’s event featured 120 poster presentations chosen from 256 submissions, reflecting the diversity and depth of undergraduate nursing scholarship nationwide.
Representing their teams, Aiyana Gabrielle Y. Toribio and Abegaile Saavedra presented SU’s research entries that explored timely and relevant issues in nursing care and education in the post-pandemic context.
Toribio presented the study “The Lived Experience of Carers of Dependent Post-Stroke Clients in Negros Oriental,”conducted with Gayle Marie P. Dineros, Christhyl Angela Y. Dumarig, Aveena Byansh T. Ferraren, Myanmar M. Gonzaga, Herron E. Manalo, Lyzelle Marie L. Omictin, John Kierven C. Salva, and Thalia Pearl Margarita O. Yapunder the advisement of Dr. Theorose June Quilnet Bustillo. The study, guided by Roy’s Adaptation Model, revealed that caregiving extends beyond physical support; it encompasses emotional, psychological, and social adaptation. The team highlighted the resilience and resourcefulness of family carers and called for culturally sensitive caregiver support programs.
Aiyana Gabrielle Y. Toribio proudly holds the Certificate of Participation awarded to her research team.
Saavedra, on behalf of her team composed of Jhanah Kaye A. Alama, Shekinah L. Bernasor, Aleonie Isabyll G. Dingding, Hannah Mari P. Malinao, Marc Jan Anthony A. Nillas, Precious May I. Olpos, Fitz Jahan C. Oppus, Kryztylle Kyla Linn P. Sumondong, Crystal Dawn L. Valles, and Keenna P. Yonzon, presented “The Lived Experience of New Graduate Nurses in Their Transition to Practice after COVID-19 Pandemic Online Nursing Education.” Guided by Dr. Freslyn Lim-Saco, the study examined how newly licensed nurses adapted to clinical practice following online instruction during the pandemic. Findings revealed challenges in skill acquisition, confidence building, and forming therapeutic relationships with patients, underscoring the need for simulation, mentorship, and community engagement in nursing curricula.
Both research teams exemplify the College of Nursing’s continued pursuit of excellence in research and its commitment to preparing nurses who are competent, compassionate, and community-oriented.
