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Positioned for impact: Haiti's first baccalaureate nursing program.

Jeanne M Burger¹

¹Indiana Wesleyan University, USA.

Journal of Christian Nursing : a Quarterly Publication of Nurses Christian Fellowship

|April 9, 2011

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Haiti's first baccalaureate nursing program at the Episcopal University of Haiti (FSIL) trains nurses to global standards. Their response to the 2010 earthquake highlighted the vital role of well-educated nurses in national health.

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Area of Science:

Nursing Education
Public Health
Higher Education in Haiti

Background:

The Faculty of Nursing Science of the Episcopal University of Haiti (FSIL) is Haiti's first baccalaureate nursing program.
FSIL was founded on Christian principles, viewing nursing as a ministry.
The program aims to educate professional nurses as clinicians, leaders, and change agents.

Purpose of the Study:

To describe the educational model and vision of FSIL.
To highlight the impact of FSIL-educated nurses on national health.
To underscore the importance of baccalaureate-level nursing education in Haiti.

Main Methods:

The abstract describes the establishment and mission of FSIL.
It highlights the practical application of nursing skills during the 2010 earthquake.
Qualitative observations of student and faculty response are implied.

Main Results:

FSIL graduates are prepared to a global standard set by the World Health Organization.
FSIL students and faculty demonstrated a remarkable response during the 2010 Haiti earthquake.
Their actions saved lives and provided hope to the affected community.

Conclusions:

Well-educated nurses are crucial for the health of a nation.
FSIL plays a significant role in advancing nursing education and healthcare in Haiti.
The program's Christian foundation informs its holistic approach to nursing care.