The University of San Agustin proudly recognizes one of its own for an extraordinary display of compassion and professionalism after a nursing student selflessly rendered aid to a vehicular accident victim in Cabatuan, Iloilo, despite being on her way to clinical duty.
Princess Jasmine Mansibang, a nursing student at the University of San Agustin and a resident of Sta. Barbara, Iloilo, was traveling to her assigned clinical area when she witnessed a vehicular accident. Seeing an injured man holding his foot and crying for help, she immediately got off the jeepney to assist him—putting the welfare of a stranger above her own schedule and personal comfort.
In her social media post recounting the incident, Mansibang shared that despite still feeling sleepy, she could not simply pass by someone in need.
“Although I was still sleepy, I couldn’t simply pass by. As a student nurse and a trained responder, I did my best to apply what I had learned,” she wrote.
While controlling the bleeding from the victim’s wounds, Mansibang grabbed her phone and placed it on the ground to call Alerto MDRRMO Santa Barbara and coordinate with MDRRMO Cabatuan for assistance, as she did not have the latter’s EMS contact number. Her quick thinking and presence of mind allowed responders to reach the scene promptly.
“I knew I might be late for clinical duty, but I couldn’t ignore someone who needed immediate help. After all, life matters more than an extension duty,” she added.
The injured man reportedly sustained a fractured ankle and deep lacerations. Despite her hands, clinical shoes, and uniform being soaked in blood, Mansibang remained focused on providing aid and later expressed gratitude for the opportunity to serve.
“I still have so much to learn, but I’m grateful I could help in my own little way. Even with my hands, clinical shoes, and clinical uniform were soaked in blood, I felt thankful for the opportunity to help someone in need,” she said.
Mansibang extended her sincere thanks to CARES (Cabatuan Responders) for their immediate assistance and to ALERTO MDRRMO Santa Barbara for the knowledge and skills they imparted to her.
“My sincere thanks to CARES (Cabatuan Responders) for their immediate assistance and to ALERTO MDRRMO Santa Barbara for the knowledge and skills they have taught me. You guys are the BEST!” she wrote.
She also offered a prayer for the victim’s recovery and reminded the public to remain cautious on the road and to extend help whenever it is safe and within their capacity.
“I sincerely pray for manong’s recovery from his fractured ankle and deep lacerations. May God grant him strength and a speedy recovery,” Mansibang said.
“Let’s always be careful on the road and lend a helping hand whenever it is safe and within our ability to do so.”
Mansibang attributed her actions to her faith, saying, “All glory to God for guiding me and giving me the compassion to serve others.”
The University of San Agustin commends Princess Jasmine Mansibang for embodying the Augustinian values of caritas and veritas—charity and truth—through her selfless act. Her actions reflect not only the quality of education and training provided by the University’s College of Nursing, Nutrition, and Dietetics but also the heart of an Augustinian: one who serves others with compassion, competence, and courage.
Her story serves as an inspiration to fellow Augustinians and the broader community, reminding everyone that heroism is not always found in grand gestures—sometimes, it is found in the simple decision to stop, help, and care for another human being.
The University extends its prayers for the speedy recovery of the injured man and expresses its gratitude to all emergency responders who continue to serve the community with dedication.
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