OUR LADY OF FATIMA UNIVERSITY

COLLEGE OF COMPUTER STUDIES

ANTIPOLO CITY

Project Title No. 1 NurSync: A Web and Mobile Based Nurse Assistance System
for the College of Nursing – Antipolo Campus

Proponents / Researchers 1. Caluya, Miguel S.

2. Mendoza, Reeve B.

3. Catriz, Geniel Kobe P.

4. Mapalo, Rommel Ymrel M.

REASON(s) / JUSTIFICATION(s)
IN CHOOSING THE TOPIC:
The field of nursing is one of the most demanding and fast-paced

professions, requiring critical thinking, quick decision-making,

and immediate access to accurate medical information. However,

both Registered Nurses (RNs) and Student Nurses (SNs) face

numerous challenges that affect their efficiency and learning.

Among these challenges are information overload, time

constraints, and the lack of easily accessible digital resources,

which can directly impact patient care, clinical performance, and

academic success. Recognizing these struggles, we propose

NurSync: A Web- and App-Based Assistance System for

Registered Nurses and Student Nurses of Our Lady of Fatima

University – Antipolo Campus. This system is not just another

digital tool—it is a necessity that aims to bridge the gap between

technology and traditional nursing practices.

Nurses work in high-stress environments where every second

counts. In many cases, the ability to quickly access clinical

guidelines, drug references, and emergency protocols can be the

difference between an effective intervention and a medical error.

Unfortunately, traditional methods of retrieving this information,

such as flipping through textbooks or searching online, are time-

consuming and inefficient. NurSync provides a centralized and

AI- powered system that allows both student nurses and

registered nurses to instantly retrieve reliable, evidence-based

information anytime, anywhere. This ensures that nurses spend

less time searching and more time focusing on patient care.

For student nurses, studying and retaining vast amounts of

medical information is a constant struggle. With the ever-evolving

nature of healthcare protocols and medical knowledge, students

are often overwhelmed with complex concepts and extensive

learning materials. Many rely on unverified online sources,

leading to misinformation. NurSync addresses this challenge by

acting as a quick-reference AI-powered study companion, offering

instant, credible answers based on nursing textbooks, academic

resources, and clinical guidelines. By integrating a user-friendly

and well-
structured assistance system, this project enhances learning

efficiency, reduces study time, and supports decision-making

during clinical practice.

Registered nurses, on the other hand, experience heavy workloads

and long shifts that contribute to stress and burnout. In fast-paced

hospital settings, nurses do not always have the luxury of time to

look up medical information manually. The need for a real-time,

digital solution that provides quick access to critical information

is more important than ever. NurSync is designed to improve

efficiency, accuracy, and accessibility, ensuring that nurses have a

dependable tool to support their decision-making processes in

clinical practice. This innovation not only enhances patient care

but also reduces the risk of human error and stress-related fatigue.

Moreover, as the healthcare industry continues to embrace digital

transformation, nursing education must keep up with these

advancements. While technology is reshaping many aspects of

medical practice, most nursing institutions still rely on traditional

teaching methods, which lack digital integration. NurSync ensures

that technology does not replace but rather enhances traditional

nursing practices, providing a seamless blend of modern AI

assistance with the fundamentals of nursing education. This

guarantees that student nurses remain well-equipped with both

practical skills and digital competency, preparing them for the

demands of the modern healthcare industry.

Another key factor in choosing this topic is the lack of a

dedicated, AI-powered digital nursing assistant that is both

affordable and specifically tailored for nursing students and

registered nurses. Many existing nursing apps either cater to

general medical fields, require expensive subscriptions, or fail to

meet the specific needs of nurses. NurSync is uniquely designed

for OLFU-Antipolo nursing students and faculty, ensuring that it

aligns with the university’s curriculum, clinical guidelines, and

student requirements. The system also prioritizes user privacy,

data security, and accessibility, making it a safe and reliable tool

for learning and practice.

Additionally, the Registered Nurses and Student Nurses of Our

Lady of Fatima University – Antipolo Campus have previously

expressed the need for a digital assistance system that caters

specifically to their profession. Despite past requests, no such

system has ever been developed to address their unique

challenges. The lack of action in fulfilling this demand has left

many nurses struggling with outdated methods of accessing

critical information. NurSync is the answer to this long-standing

request—a revolutionary step toward enhancing the efficiency,

accuracy, and accessibility of nursing education and practice at

OLFU-Antipolo.
The driving force behind our eagerness to develop NurSync is the

urgent need to provide nurses with a smarter, more efficient way

of accessing critical information. We see firsthand the struggles of

our fellow nursing students and registered nurses, and we want to

build a practical, high-impact solution that addresses their

challenges. This project is not just about developing an app—it is

about empowering future nurses by giving them a technological

advantage that enhances their education, work efficiency, and

patient care skills.

In conclusion, NurSync is more than just an innovation—it is a

necessity in modern nursing education and practice. It directly

addresses real challenges faced by both student nurses and

registered nurses, offering a practical, research-driven, and

impactful solution. By integrating traditional nursing knowledge

with advanced AI-powered support, NurSync has the potential to

enhance learning, improve efficiency, and support better patient

care outcomes.

With the panel’s approval, we are committed to making this

system a fully functional, pioneering project that will benefit the

nursing community at Our Lady of Fatima University – Antipolo

Campus and beyond. Using all the knowledge we have gathered

in programming, combined with our passion for self-learning and

coding, we will apply everything we have learned and dedicate

 ourselves fully to making NurSync a reality. This is not just a

capstone project for us it is a mission to create something

meaningful and impactful for the future of nursing.

Scope of the Study

 AI-Powered Nursing Chatbot – The effectiveness of the
chatbot in delivering accurate, evidence-based responses
related to clinical procedures, drug information, medical
terminologies, and patient care guidelines.
 Learning & Reference Tools – The usability and reliability
of the drug guides, disease condition references, and nursing
procedure modules in supporting learning and clinical
readiness.
 Clinical Support Features – The efficiency and accuracy of
tools like Vital Signs Charting, Nursing Assessment Forms,
Dosage & IV Drip Calculator, and Shift Report Generator in
aiding clinical documentation and patient care.
 Task Management & Scheduling – The role of Duty
Rosters, Shift Reminders, and Task Checklists in improving
workload management and reducing scheduling conflicts
among users.
 Emergency & Support System – The accessibility and
usefulness of emergency protocols and contact directories in
critical situations.
 Communication & Collaboration – The impact of the Chat
& Discussion Forum and Mentorship Portal in fostering
communication, professional collaboration, and peer support
among student nurses and registered nurses.
 Exam & Skill Evaluation Tools – The relevance of quizzes,
skill trackers, and NCLEX/Board Exam review features in
preparing students for licensure exams and assessing clinical
competencies. .
Limitations of the Study
 Limited to Nursing Students and Registered Nurses of
OLFU-Antipolo – The development and evaluation of
NurSync are focused solely on the nursing students and
registered nurses within Our Lady of Fatima University
(OLFU) Antipolo campus. Therefore, the system’s
applicability to other universities, hospitals, or specialized
medical fields outside general nursing practice is not covered
in this study.
 Dependence on Internet Connectivity – As NurSync is a
web- and app-based system, most of its core features,
including the AI-powered chatbot and cloud-based learning
materials, require a stable internet connection. Accessibility
and user experience may vary depending on the quality of
internet service available to users, which could affect system
performance during the study period.
 Scope of AI-Powered Chatbot – The AI chatbot is
specifically trained on nursing-related materials such as
textbooks, clinical guidelines, and academic references. While
it is designed to provide evidence-based information, it cannot
substitute for professional medical advice or judgment. As
such, the chatbot’s responses are limited to educational and
reference purposes and may not address complex or specialized
medical cases.
 Focus on Educational and Clinical Assistance Only – The
NurSync system is developed primarily as an educational and
clinical support tool. It does not function as an Electronic
Health Record (EHR) system, nor does it manage real patient
data. The study does not assess the system's impact on actual
patient care outcomes but focuses instead on academic
performance, clinical preparedness, and workflow efficiency.
 User Adaptation and Learning Curve – Given that some
registered nurses and students may be more accustomed to
traditional methods, the adoption of AI-powered and digital
tools within NurSync may require an adjustment period. Users'
varying levels of technological proficiency may influence their
interaction with the system, potentially affecting study results
related to usability and user satisfaction.
 Security and Privacy Constraints – Although NurSync
employs data encryption and privacy safeguards, the system
deliberately avoids storing any personal medical records or
confidential hospital data to comply with data privacy
regulations. Only non-sensitive user activity data, such as
system usage patterns and chatbot interactions, may be logged
for system enhancement purposes, which may limit deeper
analytics on real clinical outcomes.
 Platform Compatibility – For the duration of this study,
NurSync will be available exclusively on Android and Web
platforms. iOS and other operating system compatibility are
outside the scope of this study and may be explored in future
development stages depending on user demand and resource
availability.
Project Design/Development Plan

 Software Specification

 Android Studio (Kotlin)

 HTML5

 CSS3

 Tailwind CSS

 React.js
 PHP (Laravel Framework)

Node.js

Python (FastAPI)

MySQL

MongoDB

RESTful API (Laravel &

Express.js) Docker
 Hardware Specification

 Mobile Devices

 WIFI
 Acer Predator Helios 16

 Windows 11 Pro

 Intel Core i9 14900HZ

 Nvidia GeForce RTX 4070 Laptop GPU

64GB DDR5 RAM

4TB M.2 SSD

Keychron K6 Wireless Mechanical

Keyboard Razer Viper Mini Mouse

AOC 24B2XH Full HD IPS Monitor 75HZ
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