About Us - St. Bernadine of Allied Health, Healthcare Services

Our Mission

At St. Bernadine School of Allied Health, Healthcare Services, our mission is to serve people and strengthen healthcare services globally. We are dedicated to delivering the best possible instruction and preparation for certification, ensuring our students are knowledgeable, proficient, and skilled in the latest healthcare practices.

We empower individuals with the knowledge, skills, and compassion needed to excel as leaders in the healthcare industry, making a meaningful difference in the lives of those they serve.

Meet Our Founder

Bernadine "Belen" Samin, R.N.

"After 40 years of helping others succeed, it is my vision to expand and strengthen our healthcare services globally to better assist more people and businesses in accomplishing their goals today and for years to come."

Bernadine Samin, RN is the founder and CEO of St. Bernadine Home Care Services, Placement, and Healthcare Services and School of Allied Health Services.

Since 1986, what we do at St. Bernadine has been born out of her success and commitment to sharing the opportunities given to her to those who are passionate about fulfilling their own dreams.

Bernadine's life quest is to enable potential and current nurses with the education, job placement, and direction needed to pursue this dream.

Coming from a small town in La Union, Philippines, Bernadine was blessed to be given the opportunity as a young nursing graduate to come to America.

Her profession as RN included working at Margaret Hague Maternity Hospital and then at Jersey City Medical Center.

During her time, she worked in the ER, Labor and Delivery, Medical Surgical, and as well as Neonatal Unit.

She also worked at a Jewish hospital and Nursing Home in the ICU and Nursing Home as the Charge Nurse and also at New York Medical Hospital as a Staff Nurse.

Meet Our Co-Founder

Louie Samin

CEO & ADMINISTRATOR

"Today, more than any time in my life, I am more passionate to enrich and empower the lives and dreams of others that come across my path through the services we offer at St. Bernadine."

Louie has served as the School's Chief Executive Officer and Administrator since its inception in 1986. In this role, he oversees key corporate functions, as well as the strategic implementation of professional clinical instruction, education, and global procurement of international clinical professionals. He manages the daily financial operations and audits.

With 40 years of experience, Louie has a proven track record of helping improve the growth and profitability of complex global operations. He holds a B.S. in Finance/Economics from the University of California Berkeley.

Meet Our Director

Jocelyn Ortillo-Samin, RN, MA, CCRN, CEN, CSN

SAINT BERNADINE PLACEMENT & CONSULTING SERVICES INC. - DIRECTOR

"Continuing education is very important, especially for patient care."

Jocelyn Ortillo-Samin is a well-rounded nurse with 40 years of nursing experience. She worked in different nursing practices simultaneously. She spent 10 years as a Cardiac Surgery ICU nurse, 10 years in ER, 10 years in the Recovery room, and 20 years as a School Nurse.

Jocelyn obtained her MA in Executive Nurse Administration at Columbia University. Education is a very important integral part of her life, so she decided to join the school system. She is currently working with Special ED students with Autism, Down Syndrome, and Multiple Medical Disabilities.

With her diverse nursing practice background, she's able to multitask with ease and problem-solve at hand. Her expertise in management provides extreme recruitment scrutiny.

Our History

40 Years of Excellence

From humble beginnings to a global leader in healthcare education.

1986

Foundation

Established with a vision to provide quality healthcare training to the local community in Jersey City.

2000s

Expansion

Expanded curriculum to include allied health programs and international recruitment services.

Today

Global Impact

Connecting thousands of healthcare professionals with opportunities worldwide.

Our Team

Our dedicated team of experienced professionals is committed to guiding you toward clinical excellence and career success.

Nenita Pawid, RN

Faculty

Over 40 years of experience in training and development. 15+ years in Nursing. Graduate of Baguio General Hospital and Saint Louis University, Philippines.

Felicia Miller

Faculty

Professional Healthcare Instructor with over 40 years in the industry and 20+ years of teaching experience. Graduate of Rutledge College Richmond, Virginia.

Cecilia Domingo, RN

Faculty

Over 40 years of Nursing experience and nearly 20 years in education. Graduate of Perpetual Help, Philippines.

Aurea Cielito G. Batchar, BSN, RN, MAN

Faculty

33 years of experience in Nursing and 22 years in Teaching. Graduate of San Pedro College, Philippines.

What We Stand For

Our Core Values

The principles that guide everything we do at St. Bernadine School of Allied Health, Healthcare Services.

Compassion

We treat every individual with kindness and empathy, fostering a culture of care that extends from our classrooms to the communities we serve.

Excellence

We maintain the highest standards in education, training, and healthcare services - ensuring our graduates are equipped to deliver outstanding patient care.

Integrity

We operate with honesty and transparency in everything we do, building trust with students, partners, and the healthcare community at large.

Community

We believe in the power of connection and collaboration, creating a supportive network that empowers individuals to achieve their fullest potential.

Innovation

We continually evolve our programs and services to meet the changing demands of the healthcare industry and deliver modern, relevant training.

Global Impact

Since 1986, we have been committed to expanding our reach and empowering healthcare professionals around the world to make a difference.

Beyond Borders

A Global Healthcare Network

Our commitment extends far beyond the classroom. Through our international placement program, we bridge the gap between skilled professionals and healthcare facilities in need.