Overview of the program:

The B.Sc. nursing degree program is a four-year fulltime program comprising eight semesters, which prepares a student to become a registered nurse qualified to practice in a variety of settings in either public/ government or private healthcare settings. It adopts credit system and semester system as per UGC guidelines. The program encompasses foundational, core and elective courses. The choice-based system is applicable to electives only and is offered in the form of modules. Modular learning is also integrated in the foundational as well as core courses that are mandatory.

The program prepares nurses for generalist nursing practice. Knowledge acquisition related to wellness, health promotion, illness, disease management and care of the dying is core to nursing practice. Mastery of competencies is the main focus. Students are provided with opportunities to learn a whole range of nursing skills in addition to acquiring knowledge related to nursing practice. This is achieved through learning in skill lab/simulated labs and clinical environment. Simulation will be integrated throughout the curriculum wherever feasible to enable them to develop competencies before entry into real field of nursing practice.

The revised curriculum embraces competency-based approach throughout the program integrating mastery learning and self-directed learning. Through the educational process the students assimilate and synthesize knowledge, cultivate critical thinking skills and develop care strategies. Competencies that reflect practice standards of Indian Nursing Council (INC) address the areas of cultural diversity, communication technology, teamwork and collaboration, safety, quality, therapeutic interventions and evidence- based practice. They are prepared to provide safe and competent care to patients across life span and influence patient outcomes.

Aims:

The aims of the undergraduate program are to;

• Produce knowledgeable competent nurses with clear critical thinking skills who are caring, motivated, assertive and well-disciplined responding to the changing needs of profession, healthcare delivery system and society.
• Prepare graduates to assume responsibilities as professional, competent nurses and midwives in providing promotive, preventive, curative and rehabilitative healthcare services in hospital or public health settings.
• Prepare nurses who can make independent decisions in nursing situations within the scope of practice, protect the rights of individuals and groups and conduct research in the areas of nursing practice and apply evidence-based practice.
• Prepare nurses to assume role of practitioner, teacher, supervisor and manager in clinical or public health settings.

Objectives:

On completion of four years B.Sc. Nursing Program, the graduate will be able to;

• Apply knowledge from physical, biological and behavioral sciences, medicine including alternative systems and nursing in providing nursing care to individuals, families and communities.
• Demonstrate understanding of life styles and other factors, which affect health of individuals and groups.
• Provide nursing care based on steps of nursing process in collaboration with individuals and groups.
• Demonstrate critical thinking skill in making decisions in all situations in order to provide quality care.
• Utilize the latest trends and technology in providing health care.
• Provide promotive, preventive and restorative health services in line with the National Health Policies and Programmes.
• Practice within the framework of code of ethics and professional conduct, and acceptable standards of practice within the legal boundaries.
• Communicate effectively with individuals and groups, and members of the health team in order to promote effective inter personal relationship and team work.
• Demonstrate skills in teaching to individuals and groups in clinical and community health settings.
• Participate effectively as members of the health team in health care delivery system.
• Demonstrate leadership and managerial skills in clinical / community health settings.
• Conduct need based research studies in various settings and utilize the research findings to improve the quality of care.
• Demonstrate awareness, interest, and contribute towards advancement of self and of the profession.

Programme outcome:

At the end of the B.Sc.(N) Program, the graduate nurse will be able to function as a Clinical Instructor and Staff Nurse to provide comprehensive care / supervise and train nursing students at various health care settings and educational institutions and adhere to the code of Nursing Ethics.

Aims:

The basic Diploma course in General Nursing and Midwifery is geared to the health needs of the individuals, family, community and the country at large. The aims of the Diploma in General Nursing and Midwifery programme are;

1. To prepare nurses with a sound educational programme in nursing to enable them to function as efficient members of the health team, beginning with the competencies for first level positions in all kinds of health care settings.
2. To help nurses develop an ability to co-operate and co-ordinate with members of the health team in the prevention of disease, promotion of health and rehabilitation of the sick.
3. To help nurses in their personal and professional development, so that they are able to make maximum contribution to the society as useful and productive individuals, citizens as well as efficient nurses.
4. To serve as a base for further professional education and specialization in nursing.
5. To prepare nurses to keep pace with latest professional and technological developments and use these for providing nursing care service.

Objectives:

The nurse on completion of this course will be able to:

1. Demonstrate competency in providing health care to individual, sick or well, using nursing process.
2. Assess the nursing need of clients from birth of death.
3. Plan and carry out appropriate action to meet nursing needs.
4. Provide effective nursing care for maintain best possible level of health in all aspects.
5. Promote self-care in people under their care.
6. Apply problem solving techniques in nursing practice.
7. Evaluate effectiveness of nursing care.
8. Apply problem solving techniques in nursing practice.
9. Evaluate effectiveness of nursing care.
10. Apply knowledge from the humanities, biological and behavioral sciences in functioning as a nurse.
11. Function effectively with members of the health team and community applying the knowledge of human relations and communication skills in her work.
12. Participate as member of the health team in delivery of curative preventive, promotive and rehabilitative health care service.
13. Mobilize community resources and their involvement in working with the communities.
14. Demonstrate use of ethical values in their personal and professional life.
15. Demonstrate interest in activities of professional organization.
16. Recognize the need for continuing education for professional development.
17. Demonstrate basic skills in administration and leadership while working with other members of health team and community.

Programme outcome:

At the end of the GNM Program, the nurse will be able to function as a General Nurse midwife to provide preventive, promotive and curative are at various health care settings and adhere to the code of Nursing Ethics.

General objectives:

On completion of the course, the ANM/FHW will be able to:

1. Appreciate the concept of holistic health and understand the influence of socioeconomic and environmental factors on the health status of the community.
2. Identify health problems/needs and resources in the community and mobilize social support for active participation of the community in health care activities.
3. Provide preventive, promotive, restorative and emergency health care to individuals and community as required.
4. Provide treatment of minor ailments and skilled midwifery services to all mothers in the community and refer mothers at risk to hospitals.
5. Provide skilled care to all neonates in community and refer neonates at risk to the appropriate levels.
6. Render skilled child care services at home, clinic and school. Guide/Train birth attendants, Anganwadi workers, other community health activists and volunteers.
7. Provide need-based information and counselling related to health of individuals, family and groups.
8. Participate in all the National health and Family welfare programmes at community level Act as a team member in the health care delivery system.
9. Coordinate and collaborate with the other health team members and community based organizations, non-govt. organizations (NGO) and village administration Manage the health centre including equipments and supplies, and maintain the records in order to provide quality based people friendly services.
10. Update knowledge and skills for professional and personal growth.

Programme outcome:

At the end of the ANM Program, the nurse will be able to function at the community level/ village with specific skills to fulfill the health needs of the community. She will be an active link between the community and the health care system.

Key thrust areas of B.Sc. Nursing program are:

• Post-graduation – M.Sc. Nursing with medical surgical, child health, mental health, community health, obstetrics and gynecology.
• Work as RN/RM in any hospital either in government hospital or private one.
• NCLEX and ILETS exam - job in foreign countries.
• Entrepreneur
• Apply for any government job irrespective of this field like IAS, Bank PO, clerk, etc.
• Armed forces - ARMY, MNS (military nursing services)
• Politics, Civil services, Coaching centers, Creative Arts and Non-government organization (NGOs)
• Journalism and publication with new thesis
• Event manager for the seminars conducted by tertiary hospital
• Medical advisor
• Practitioner Nurse

Key thrust areas of GNM program are:

• Home Care
• Clinics
• Hospitals
• Rural Health Centers
• Government hospitals
• NGOs
• Old age homes
• Government health schemes

Key thrust areas of ANM program are:

• Rural Health Centers
• Government hospitals
• NGOs
• Old age homes
• Government health schemes
• Community Health Centers
• Government dispensaries
• Nursing Homes, Private hospitals/clinics

CLINICAL NURSE ASSISTANT (DCNA)

• Candidate must have passed 10+2 with 45% marks
• The minimum age of the student should be 17 years

B. Sc. (N)

• The minimum age for admission shall be 17 years on 31st December of the year in which admission is sought.
• Minimum education:
• 10+2 class passed with Science (PCB) & English Core/English Elective with aggregate of 45% marks from recognized board under AISSCE/CBSE/ICSE/SSCE/HSCE or other equivalent Board.
• Student shall be medically fit.
• Students appearing in 10+2 examination in Science conducted by National Institute of Open School with 45% marks.
• Student shall be admitted once in a year.

G. N. M

1. Minimum education eligibility criteria for admission to GNM:

1. 10+2 with English and must have obtained a minimum of 40% at the qualifying examination and English individually for any recognized board. Candidates are also eligible from State Open School recognized Candidates are also eligible from State Open School recognized by State Government and National Institute of Open School (NIOS) recognized by Central Government. However Science is preferable.
2. 10+2 with English having 40% of marks in vocational ANM course from the school recognized by Indian Nursing council.
3. 10+2 with English having 40% of marks in Vocational Stream-Health care Science from a recognized CBSE board/Centre.
4. Registered ANM with pass mark.

• For foreign nationals
The entry qualification equivalency i.e., 12th standard will be obtained by Association of Indian Universities, New Delhi. Institution, State Nursing Council will be responsible to ensure that the qualification and eligibility will be equivalent to what has been prescribed as above.

2. Reservation:

• For disabled candidates: 3% Disability reservation to be considered with a disability of locomotor to the tune of 40% to 50% of the lower extremity and other eligibility criteria with regard to age and qualification will be same as prescribed for each nursing.programme.
• Note: A committee to be formed consisting of medical officer authorized by medical board of state government and a nursing expert in the panel which may decide whether the candidates have the disability of locomotor of 40% to 50%.
• 5% is relaxed for SC/ST candidates.
• Any other quotas as per the State Govt. under the reservation policy

Note: Quotas shall be included in the seats sanctioned and not above it.

3. Admission of students shall be once in a year.
4. Students shall be medically fit.
5. Minimum age for admission will be 17 years. (as on 31st December of that year) The upper age limit is 35 yrs. For ANM/ for LHV, there is no age bar.

A. N. M.

• The minimum age for admission shall be 17 years on or before 31st December of the year in which admission is sought.
• The maximum age for admission shall be 35 years.
• The minimum educational requirements shall be 10 + 2 in Arts (Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Biotechnology, Economics, Political Science, History, Geography, Business Studies, Accountancy, Home Science, Sociology, Psychology, and Philosophy) and English Core/English Elective or Science or Health care Science - Vocational stream ONLY passing out from recognized Board.
• Student shall be medically fit.
• Students qualified in 10+2 Arts or Science examination conducted by National Institute of Open School.
• Student shall be admitted once in a year.

• Well-built Hostel with Hygienic Mess Facility
• Wi-Fi Campus
• Transport Facility
• Hygienic College Canteen
• Computerized library
• Well qualified teaching faculty
• Well-equipped class room & labs
• Indoor & Outdoor game facility
• Remuneration during Internship
• Parent hospital for clinical practice
• Anti ragging Campus.
• Atm & Bank inside the campus.