Nurses at South San Francisco have demonstrated exceptional dedication to serving underserved communities through their participation in health initiatives like the Pisitahan Festival and Operation Access.
At the Pisitahan Festival, South San Francisco nurses including Marilyn Castillo, BSN, RN, Sherie Domingo, BSN, RN, Maria Cruz, BSN, RN, Eunice Balancio, BSN, RN, PCCN, Connie Maghirang, BSN, RN, CCRN, Rex Untiveros, BSN, RN, Sharlyn Guterres, RN, and Clinical Nurse Specialist Doanh Ly, DNP, RN, APRN-CNS, CCRN, SCRN volunteered their time and expertise to offer preventive healthcare services. They provided vital blood pressure and diabetes screenings and shared important education on stroke prevention and treatment. By actively engaging with the community, the nurses helped identify potential health issues early, empowering individuals with the knowledge to seek further care and improve their well-being.
In partnership with Operation Access, South San Francisco nurses also contributed to providing free medical procedures to uninsured and underinsured individuals. This collaboration helped bridge gaps in healthcare access by offering surgeries and procedures that patients may not have otherwise been able to afford. Nurses played a vital role in these procedures, ensuring patients received compassionate care and support.