Nursing    

[Recognised by Govt. of Karnataka, Approved by Karnataka Nursing council, Indian Nursing Council, Affiliated to Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences]
TNursing is essentially a profession of dedication, love for humanity, faith and courage. To be successful in this profession one should have certain qualities, viz, sound physical health, courage, honesty, emotional maturity and above all compassion to serve. However, these qualities and many more can be developed and nurtured during the training. It depends on the individual to benefit from the opportunities to develop talent, personality and character for becoming an efficient nurse and useful member of the society. The decision to take up nursing as a career should be made by careful and intelligent planning so that candidate shall have personal and professional satisfaction and contribute effectively to the society and the profession.

The Course intends to prepare professional nurses, who are committed to the promotion of health, prevention of illness and care and rehabilitation of the sick. The curriculum provides breadth and depth of knowledge to enable the graduates of the programme to function effectively in varied nursing situations where a nurse may work.

Areas of study include basic sciences - Anatomy, Physiology, Biochemistry, Microbiology, Social and Behavioural sciences, Fundamentals of nursing. Beside this Introduction to Nursing Education and Administration, Medical-Surgical Nursing, Psychiatric Nursing, Community Health Nursing, Statistics and Research are also included.


Information Technology has creeped into almost every sphere of life and nursing is not an exception. The need for computer literacy in nursing was felt and a well-planned computer section with latest computer software has been established in the college. The course is spread out in all four years and is being taught by postgraduates in Computer Science.
Objectives :
1. Acquire knowledge of theory and principles of Nursing and allied subjects which are involved in the delivery of comprehensive Nursing Practice.
2. Apply Scientific principles and knowledge in rendering health services in the hospital and community.
3. Assess the client, plan, implement and evaluate nursing care given.
4. Participate as member of the health team in the Preventive, Protective, Curative and rehabilitative health care delivery system of the Society.
5. Demonstrate initial skills in teaching, management, research, interpersonal relationship and communications.
6. Demonstrate leadership qualities and initial skills in problem solving and decision making at difference levels of work and life.
7. Recognise the need for continued learning for personal and professional development.
8. Practice ethical values in their personal and professional life.
Admission Requirements :
1. The minimum age for admission is 17 years.

2. Should have passed the tow years Pre-University examinations of Karnataka or equilialent examination as recognised by Bangalore University with Science Subject Viz Physics, Chemistry and Biology.

3. Should have obtained atleast 45% of the total marks in Science of the Qualified examination, if belonging to a SC/ST having obtained 40% of the total marks in Science subjects.

4. The Candidate should be medically fit
Course of Study :
Duration : The Course of study shall extend over a period of four academic years from the date of commencement of his / her study of the subject comprising the nursing curriculam to the date of completion of examinations.
Curriculum : The aim and objective of the curriculam is to Provide educational programme through which the nursing graduates will be prepared to assume responsibility in the primary, Secondary and tertiary care of the people as professional nurses. It is expected that graduates are capables of teaching and supervising appropriate nursing and health care in different settings and Participate in the administration of nursing service and education.
Course of Study : The Course of study comprises of I, II, III and IV year B.Sc., (Nursing) Candidate shall undergo course instruction on the following subjects extending over a period of one / two academic year.
1.I year B.Sc., (Nursing)
Subjects
Theory Hours
Practical Hours
  English
90
-
  Kannada
45
-
  Sociology
60
-
  Anatomy
60
20
  Physiology
60
20
  Biochemistry
30
15
  Basic Principles & Practice of Nursing
240
300
  Psychology : General Psyschology
45
-
  Microbiology
45
15
  Introduction to Community Health Nursing
75
45
 
795
415
II year B.Sc., (Nursing)
Subjects
Theory Hours
Practical Hours
  Pharmacology
30
15
  Medical Surgical Nursing - I
270
600
  Community Health Nursing - I
75
105
  Statistics & Introduction to Nursing research
45
-
 
30
-
  Growth & Development Including Nutrition
60
30
 
510
750
III year B.Sc., (Nursing)
Subjects
Theory Hours
Practical Hours
  Midwifery Including Maternity & Gynecological Nursing - I
60
150
  Medical Surgical Nursing - II
75
210
  Child Health Nursing
75
240
  Mental Health Nursing
75
240
  Nursing Education
60
150
 
345
990
Internal Assessment Marks : Internal assessment for each subject is carried out at prescribed times and the internal assessment carriers 20% weightage of the total University Marks. There will be a minimum of two assignments and three periodical tests in every subject of each year to assess the progress of the candidate.
Examination : Each student must have a certificate of satisfactory attendance, progress and conduct from the principal of the College of Nursing to be eligible for admission to University examination.
A minimum of 80% attendance is required in theory and practicals in each subject. A candidate is promoted to the next higher class if he / she has failed in 2 subjects. The candidate must pass these subjects before the declaration of the result of the subsequent examination.
The students appear for theory and practical examination of the Rajiv Gandhi University at the end of every academic year as prescribed. Examination fee as determined by the University is to be paid by the students.
GENERAL NURSING & MIDWIFERY (G N M)
General Nursing (GNM)
Duration
: 3 Years
Eligibility:
Pre University / 10+2 /pass or its equivalent preferably Science /Art subjects. Male / Female candidates with good conduct and sound health between the age of 17 to 25 years are eligible. Physical fitness must be certified for admission through medical checkup by a practicing qualified medical officer. Good Knowledge of English is essential, Local candidates must know to read and write Kannada. Others will have Kannada Classes.
Course Out-Line and Medium of Instruction : Syllabus and the General Course out-Line prescribed by the Indian Nursing Council is followed in our school, and with regard to this, we meet the requirements fully. The medium of Instruction in the school is English. Class room and clinical lectures are given by Nursing Tutors, Clinical Instructors and Doctors. Lectures on specialities will be given by specialists in the field. During the training period, students are also assigned hospital duties for their clinical experience in various departments such as medical, surgical, pediatrics, operation theatre and other specialities. Community Nursing and family welfare works from a part of the training and super speciality.

Preliminary Training Period : The first three months of training is called Preliminary Training period at the end of which there will be an examination and the successful candidates will receive their uniform and continue their duties. The failed candidates are given a second chance and if the are found unfit, they will not be allowed to continue their studies.

Certificates : As the course is recognised both by the State and Indian Nursing Council (under Process), the Certificates issued to the Candidates can be registered with the Nurses and Midwives Council, of any state in India in order to practice as an 'A' grade registered Nurse and Midwife.

Best Outgoing student Award : Best outgoing student award has been instituted & bright students will be employed in KKECS School of Nursing.
Clinical Training
CT Post, CICU, MICU, NICU, SICU, O.T. Neuro ICU, Organ Transplant Unit, Burns, HDU, Oncology Unit, Emergency, Obstetrics and Gynecology, Paediatrics and General Wards.
Specialised Traning : CGFS (Commission on Graduates of Foreign Nursing School) Coaching : Compulsory Examination for working in U.S.A./ TOFEL / TSE (Test of Spoken English) : Universal Requirement & Compulsory Value Added Training : CGFNS (Commission)
Global Etiquette : To allow the individual to acquire cosmopolitan work ethics.
Service Quality : To update the individuals with state-of-the art work procedures for practicing the highest order global requirements.
Personal Grooming : To inculcate the desired level of self-confidence in each individual to face fragmented global requirements..
Who can Apply : Diploma (RNRM) or Degree (B.Sc., Nursing) holders' age should be below 40yrs. Experienced of inexperienced. The training allows all registered nurses to apply for the course for bright and competent carriers.
(a) Experienced Nurse : Nurses who have an experience of one year in medium to large hospitals after B.Sc., Nursing / RNRM will be given a course of 18 months. Nurses who have an experience of 2 years in medium to large hospitals after B.Sc., Nursing / RNRM will be given a course of 10 months and nurses who have an experience of 3 years and more will be given a course of 6 months.
(b) Fresh Nurses : Diploma and degree holders with no experience will get 3 years training (Initial 1 year with Apollo Hospitals Group for experience + 2 years special Training).
How Many Can be Absorbed ?
All the trained nurses have an opportunity for overseas placement in view of the enormous need of nurses in this global which can be realized by Apolo's partnership with major International healthcare chain.
Earn While you Learn

The trainees will be charged an Amount of Rs. 30.000 as training fee.

a. A very attractive monthly stipend will be provided for the training period .

b. The trainees will be placed for training at Chennai, Delhi and Hyderabad.
Scope of Nursing

  • Hospital Nursing
  • Community Nursing
  • Industrial Nursing
  • School Health Nursing
  • Teaching in Nursing Institutions
  • Nursing Supervision
  • Nursing Administration