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BCNN Workshop on “Techniques for Writing Funded Research Proposals” to Enhance Academic Staff’s Potential

Bcnn News / By vuttigon1994

On May 29–30, 2025, Dr. Supranee Sittikan, Dean of Nakhon Phanom Boromarajonani College of Nursing, Nakhon Phanom University, presided over the opening of a hands-on workshop titled “Techniques for Writing Funded Research Proposals.”

This training featured a special lecture by Asst. Prof. Dr. Prateep Phuengthonglang from Rajamangala University of Technology Lanna, Chiang Mai. Dr. Prateep is a certified “Hen Coach” (mentor) by the National Research Council of Thailand (NRCT), with extensive hands-on experience in successfully securing national-level research funding. He shared his expertise, strategies, and practical guidance on crafting compelling research proposals. The workshop was attended by the college’s administrators and faculty members and held at the Fah Thor Tawan Conference Room, 2nd floor, Chalermprakiet 7th Cycle Birthday Anniversary Building, Nakhon Phanom Boromarajonani College of Nursing.

This workshop aimed to build knowledge, understanding, and practical skills in research proposal writing for academic staff. The goal is to help participants develop high-quality proposals aligned with funding agencies’ requirements and to promote efficient acquisition of external funding. In addition, the session served as a platform for inspiration, experience sharing, and learning from seasoned researchers.

Nakhon Phanom Boromarajonani College of Nursing hopes that this workshop will be a significant step toward enhancing its research capabilities, leading to the development of impactful research outputs that meet community and societal needs. The acquired knowledge is expected to benefit both current and future research proposal efforts.

would like to express our sincere congratulations and appreciation toAsst. Prof. Chinnakorn Dankasaion the occasion of having his academic work published in a national academic journal (May 2025 issue).

BCNN Showcase / By vuttigon1994

Title of the article:
The Effects of a Self-Empowerment Promotion Program on Health Behaviors, Health Outcomes, and the Reduction of Cardiovascular Disease Risk among Patients with Hypertension
(Published in the Journal of Health and Nursing Education, TCI Tier 1)

BCNN Hosts “Entrepreneurial Skills” Workshop to Equip Students for the Business World

Bcnn News / By vuttigon1994

On May 28, 2025, the Student Development and International Relations Division of Nakhon Phanom University organized a hands-on workshop titled “Entrepreneurial Skills” to promote and enhance students’ capabilities in starting and managing their own businesses. The event was officially opened by Dr. Supranee Sittikan, Dean of Boromarajonani College of Nursing Nakhon Phanom, with a welcoming address and overview of the program’s objectives delivered by Asst. Prof. Dr. Surachai Chaniang, Associate Dean for Student Development and International Relations. The event was held at Srikhotraboon Auditorium, Boromarajonani College of Nursing Nakhon Phanom, Nakhon Phanom University.

The workshop featured expert guest speakers, including:

Ms. Panida Phutrakul, from Boromarajonani College of Nursing Nonthaburi
Mr. Kittisak Kampira, from the Faculty of Nursing, Nakhon Sawan University

The training covered key topics such as:

Starting a business from the ground up
Business management strategies and differentiation
Business expansion and development opportunities

This initiative aimed to encourage students to explore entrepreneurial thinking in a creative and practical way, while also inspiring them to become future entrepreneurs who are adaptable, innovative, and well-prepared for the challenges of a rapidly changing world.

BCNN Activity “Talk Today Talk to Dean #3/2025” to Strengthen the Bond Between Administrators and Students

Bcnn News / By vuttigon1994

วันที่ 28 พฤษภาคม 2568 ฝ่ายพัฒนานักศึกษาและวิเทศสัมพันธ์ วิทยาลัยพยาบาลบรมราชชนนีนครพนม มหาวิทยาลัยนครพนม จัดกิจกรรม “Talk Today Talk To Dean ครั้งที่ 3/2025” โดยมี ดร.สุปราณี สิทธิกานต์ คณบดีวิทยาลัยฯ เป็นประธาน พร้อมด้วย ผศ.ดร.สุรชัย เฉนียง รองคณบดีฝ่ายพัฒนานักศึกษาและวิเทศสัมพันธ์ กล่าวรายงานวัตถุประสงค์ของการจัดกิจกรรม ณ หอประชุมศรีโคตรบูรณ์ วิทยาลัยพยาบาลบรมราชชนนีนครพนม มหาวิทยาลัยนครพนม

กิจกรรม “Talk Today Talk To Dean#3/2025” มีเป้าหมายเพื่อเปิดพื้นที่ให้นักศึกษาได้พบปะ พูดคุย และสะท้อนความคิดเห็นต่อผู้บริหารอย่างใกล้ชิด โดยในครั้งนี้มีการแลกเปลี่ยนข้อคิดเห็นในหลายประเด็น อาทิ การเข้าพักในหอพัก การแต่งกายของนักศึกษา การปรับปรุงสิ่งอำนวยความสะดวก และการส่งเสริมกิจกรรมนอกหลักสูตร รวมถึงแนวทางการพัฒนาทักษะวิชาชีพ

บรรยากาศภายในงานเป็นไปอย่างอบอุ่นและเป็นกันเอง นักศึกษาได้แสดงความคิดเห็นอย่างเปิดเผย ผู้บริหารรับฟังด้วยความใส่ใจ พร้อมให้คำแนะนำอย่างสร้างสรรค์ เพื่อพัฒนาคุณภาพชีวิตและการเรียนรู้ของนักศึกษาอย่างรอบด้าน

กิจกรรมนี้ได้รับความสนใจจากคณะผู้บริหาร คณาจารย์ และนักศึกษาเข้าร่วมอย่างคับคั่ง ทั้งยังสะท้อนความมุ่งมั่นของวิทยาลัยฯ ในการสร้างสภาพแวดล้อมแห่งการเรียนรู้ที่มีส่วนร่วม และตอบสนองต่อความต้องการของนักศึกษาอย่างแท้จริง โดยกิจกรรม “Talk Today Talk To Dean” จะจัดขึ้นอย่างต่อเนื่อง เพื่อเป็นเวทีแห่งการสื่อสารและพัฒนาร่วมกันระหว่างผู้บริหารและนักศึกษา

BCNN Hosts 2nd Alumni Association Meeting of 2025, Gearing Up for Academic Conference and “Fah Thong Homecoming” Event

Bcnn News / By vuttigon1994

On May 26, 2025, Dr. Supranee Suttikarn, Dean of Boromarajonani College of Nursing, Nakhon Phanom University, officially opened the 2nd Meeting of the Nakhon Phanom University Nursing Alumni Association for the year 2025. The meeting was held in Room NU 305, 3rd Floor, Chalermprakiat Building (Commemorating the 7th Cycle Birthday Anniversary) at the college.

The meeting was honored by the presence of Ms. Rungnapa Udanon, Senior Professional Nurse at Tha Uthen Hospital, who serves as the President of the Alumni Association. She chaired the meeting alongside the association’s executive committee. Also in attendance were Asst. Prof. Dr. Surachai Cheniang, Associate Dean for Student Development and International Relations, as well as faculty members and staff from the student development and international affairs division.

Key agenda items included the proposal to register the new executive committee to replace the outgoing team whose term has ended, the 2025 operational plan, and preparations for the upcoming Nursing Alumni Academic Conference and “Fah Thong Homecoming” event scheduled for September 13–14, 2025. Further details of the event will be announced in due course.

The college remains committed to strengthening the alumni network and enhancing its institutional image. It continues to promote creative public engagement, expand communication channels, and foster positive relationships among alumni for long-term collaboration and mutual support.

Advances Practical Training Plans with 7 Network Hospitals in Northeastern Thailand

Bcnn News / By vuttigon1994

During May 20–28, 2025, Dr. Supranee Suttikarn, Dean of Boromarajonani College of Nursing, Nakhon Phanom, Nakhon Phanom University, led the initiative to explain the practical training management plan at Nakhon Phanom Hospital and Nakhon Phanom Ratchanakarin Psychiatric Hospital. She assigned Asst. Prof. Prapairat Kaewsiri, Associate Dean for Educational Development, to lead a team of administrators and faculty members responsible for practical courses to present the training framework to seven affiliated hospitals in the northeastern region.

These hospitals include:

Nakhon Phanom Hospital

Nakhon Phanom Ratchanakarin Psychiatric Hospital

Sakon Nakhon Hospital

Mukdahan Hospital

Amnat Charoen Hospital

Bueng Kan Hospital

Somdej Phra Yuparat That Phanom Hospital

The site visits included key academic staff such as:

Lecturer Duangjai Boonkong, Head of Adult and Elderly Nursing Department

Asst. Prof. Sirinatt Pokphatchphubet, Head of Pediatric and Adolescent Nursing Department

Lecturer Siriporn Hemathulin, Head of Maternal, Infant, and Midwifery Nursing Department

Other instructors in charge of practical training courses

The main objective of the visits was to hold discussions with hospital executives and representatives to align on the implementation of practical education, student internship management, faculty readiness, and collaboration in enhancing students’ professional skills to meet the future needs of the healthcare system.

Additionally, the college representatives extended congratulations to the Deputy Director of Nursing at Mukdahan Hospital and met with directors of the network hospitals to plan and ensure readiness for the upcoming academic year’s practical training for Bachelor of Nursing Science students.

Boromarajonani College of Nursing, Nakhon Phanom remains committed to its mission of advancing the quality of experiential learning through strong collaboration with training sites. This initiative aims to produce knowledgeable, competent, and ethically conscious nursing graduates who can effectively respond to societal needs.

BCNN Organizes Curriculum Critique Activity for the Revised Bachelor of Nursing Science Program (B.E. 2569)

Bcnn News / By vuttigon1994

From May 26–27, 2025, the Boromarajonani College of Nursing Nakhon Phanom, Nakhon Phanom University, organized an activity titled “Curriculum Critique for the Revised Bachelor of Nursing Science Program (B.E. 2569).” The event was presided over by Dr. Supranee Suttikarn, Dean of the College, who delivered a welcome speech to the external experts and curriculum critique committee. Participating in the event were Assistant Professor Prapairat Kaewsiri, Associate Dean for Educational Development, along with the executive team, faculty members, curriculum committee members, and relevant staff. The activity was held both online and onsite at the Mueang Nakhon Phanom Meeting Room, 2nd Floor, Chalerm Phrakiat Building (Celebrating the 7th Cycle Birthday Anniversary), Boromarajonani College of Nursing Nakhon Phanom, Nakhon Phanom University.

The curriculum presentation was led by Assistant Professor Dr. Chadarat Kaewwiangdet, Assistant Dean for Curriculum and Learning Support, together with the faculty responsible for the revised Bachelor of Nursing Science Program (B.E. 2569). The session was honored by several esteemed experts, including:

Associate Professor Dr. Darunee Rujkarakarn – Academic Expert for the Program
Assistant Professor Dr. Suntharawadee Thianpichet – Representative from the Professional Council
Dr. Wiraporn Waraassawapat – Deputy Director of Nursing, Sakon Nakhon Hospital
Mrs. Ketsuda Phinyophan – Deputy Director of Nursing, Nakhon Phanom Rajanagarindra Psychiatric Hospital
Mrs. Narisa Srilachai – Nursing Representative, Nakhon Phanom Hospital
Mrs. Arunsri Phoksawat – Nursing Representative, Mukdahan Hospital

These experts provided constructive feedback and suggestions for the program’s development, ensuring alignment with national higher education standards, including the ASEAN University Network Quality Assurance (AUN-QA) and the Thai Qualifications Framework (TQF). The goal was to make the program responsive to the evolving healthcare service system.

The primary objective of this activity was to ensure that the revised Bachelor of Nursing Science curriculum (B.E. 2569) meets quality standards and can effectively produce competent nursing graduates who are equipped for real-world practice. The program aims to meet the needs of society and the national healthcare system sustainably—locally, nationally, and internationally. Furthermore, it is designed to be adaptable to future changes in healthcare contexts and align with the direction of nursing profession development in the 21st century efficiently and appropriately.

BCNN Hosts “SHARE & LEARN” to Foster Health Innovation Among Nursing Students

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BCNN Hosts “SHARE & LEARN” to Foster Health Innovation Among Nursing Students

On May 26, 2025, Professor Emeritus Dr. Thawatchai Supadis, President of Nakhon Phanom University, presided over the opening ceremony of the “SHARE & LEARN” event organized by Boromarajonani College of Nursing, Nakhon Phanom (BCNN). This initiative aims to promote creativity, research skills, and health innovation among nursing students, as well as to encourage the application of technology to enhance the quality of nursing services.

Dr. Supranee Sitthikan, Dean of BCNN, delivered the welcome address at the event, which took place at the Pol. Gen. Sanong Wattanawarangkul Conference Hall, HRH Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn Building, BCNN (City Campus), Nakhon Phanom University.

As part of the event, 30 third-year nursing students presented 15 innovative projects that were developed through critical thinking and experimental research. These projects focused on new methods and technologies for health promotion, patient care, and nursing management. Selected projects will have the opportunity to be submitted to national and international competitions.

“SHARE & LEARN” exemplifies BCNN’s unwavering commitment to fostering nursing students as both competent healthcare professionals and forward-thinking innovators. The college continues to emphasize experiential learning and the integration of research into practice, ensuring its graduates are well-prepared to meet the challenges of the evolving global healthcare landscape.

BCNN Organizes Curriculum Critique for the Master of Nursing Science Program in Community Nurse Practitioner (Revised Curriculum B.E. 2569 / A.D. 2026)

Bcnn News / By vuttigon1994

On May 25, 2025, Dr. Supranee Suttikarn, Dean of Boromarajonani College of Nursing, Nakhon Phanom, Nakhon Phanom University, presided over the opening ceremony and welcomed the esteemed experts at the event titled “Curriculum Critique for the Master of Nursing Science Program in Community Nurse Practitioner (Revised Curriculum B.E. 2569)”. The activity aimed to gather recommendations, suggestions, and constructive feedback from distinguished experts with academic and professional expertise in nursing. The insights provided will be used to modernize the curriculum in alignment with national health policies and community needs, ensuring that graduates become leaders in primary health care management, particularly in community and border areas.

The event was held at Srikhotrabunrat Meeting Room, 9th Floor, Her Royal Highness Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn’s 7th Cycle Birthday Anniversary Building, Boromarajonani College of Nursing, Nakhon Phanom, with participation from the college’s administrators, faculty members, and curriculum committee.

The critique session was honored by the presence of three nationally recognized experts:

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Darunee Rujkorakarn, a representative of the professional council, renowned for her key role in advancing national nursing standards;
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Khwanchai Amnatsatsue, an academic expert from Mahidol University;
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Saowaros Meepuson, also an academic expert from Mahidol University.

Throughout the session, the experts provided comprehensive feedback on various aspects of the curriculum, including its structure, the clarity of learning outcomes, integration between theoretical and practical components, and the relevance of content in the context of current societal changes.

This initiative reflects the firm commitment of Boromarajonani College of Nursing, Nakhon Phanom, as a leading higher education institution in nursing, dedicated to producing high-quality nursing graduates with academic excellence, moral integrity, and the capacity to become future leaders in community and national health care.

BCNN Holds Annual Elderly Health Promotion Club Meeting 2025 and Launches New Club Name “Kankrao Sang Suk” to Empower Communities Toward a Quality Aging Society

Bcnn News / By vuttigon1994

On May 26, 2025, the Boromarajonani College of Nursing, Nakhon Phanom, under Nakhon Phanom University, held the Annual Meeting of the Elderly Health Promotion Club for the year 2025.

Dr. Supranee Suttikan, Dean of the Boromarajonani College of Nursing, Nakhon Phanom, delegated Mrs. Praphatporn Chaliewan, Chairperson of the Elderly Club of the College, to preside over the meeting. The purpose of the meeting was to drive forward and consider approaches for organizing activities aimed at improving the quality of life for the elderly in the local area. Additionally, the meeting appointed a new executive committee to effectively continue the club’s mission.

The meeting was attended by elderly committee members from local communities, as well as faculty members, staff, and related personnel. The atmosphere was warm, friendly, and filled with constructive exchanges of ideas. The meeting was held at the Srikhotraburi Room, 9th Floor, Chalerm Phra Kiat Building (Commemorating the King’s 7th Cycle Birthday Anniversary), Boromarajonani College of Nursing, Nakhon Phanom.

One of the key agenda items was naming the Elderly Health Promotion Club. The meeting unanimously agreed on the name “Kankrao Sang Suk” (meaning “Kankrao Tree Cultivates Happiness”). The name was inspired by the “Kankrao Tree,” which is the symbolic tree of both Nakhon Phanom University and Nakhon Phanom Province. It represents strength, stability, and sustainable growth. The chosen name reflects the club’s intention to promote health, enhance happiness, and improve the quality of life for elderly community members in a meaningful and valuable way.

Other important agenda items discussed included:

Issuing an official appointment order for the 2025 club executive committee

Designing a logo for the club

Drafting the club’s rules and regulations

Developing publicity strategies and plans for recruiting new members

Creating the club’s annual activity and operational plan for 2025 and the fiscal year 2026

Developing the club’s webpage to serve as a communication and engagement platform for members and the community.

Furthermore, faculty members and staff from the Academic Services and Social Engagement Division, led by Ajarn Phayom Sinthusiri, appointed Ajarn Dachanee Suwannakom, Ajarn Sukmaporn Phuengphasuk, and Ms. Kannika Nontawongsri to participate in the meeting and provide suggestions and support for the club’s operations.

This meeting highlighted the significant role of Boromarajonani College of Nursing, Nakhon Phanom, in advancing its academic service mission with strong community participation, promoting health education, and supporting the overall well-being of the elderly—physically, mentally, and socially.

The college remains committed to building collaborative networks with local partners to promote the health and well-being of people of all ages and to effectively prepare for an aging society in the future.