Description
General Nursing and Midwifery (GNM) Course Description
Overview
The General Nursing and Midwifery (GNM) program at Chand Bihari Sita Devi Rana School of Nursing, SDMH, affiliated with Rajasthan Nursing Counselling and Indian nursing council are designed to equip students with the essential skills and knowledge needed for a successful career in nursing and midwifery. This comprehensive three-year diploma course, followed by a six-month internship, prepares students to provide high-quality nursing care in various healthcare settings.
Course Objectives
- Provide Fundamental Knowledge: Impart foundational knowledge in nursing and midwifery to develop competent healthcare professionals.
- Develop Clinical Skills: Enhance clinical skills through practical training and real-world experiences.
- Foster Critical Thinking: Encourage critical thinking and decision-making abilities for effective patient care.
- Instill Professional Ethics: Promote professional ethics and compassionate care in nursing practice.
- Prepare for Leadership: Equip students with leadership skills for roles in healthcare settings.
Curriculum Highlights
The GNM curriculum covers a broad spectrum of subjects essential for nursing practice, structured over three years with a final internship:
First Year:
- Anatomy and Physiology
- Microbiology
- Sociology & Psychology
- Fundamentals of Nursing
- First Aid
- Community Health Nursing-I
- Environment hygiene
- Health education &communication skill
- nutrition
- Computer Education
- english
Second Year:
- Medical-Surgical Nursing-I
- Medical-Surgical Nursing-II (Specialties)
- Mental Health and Psychiatric Nursing
- Child health Nursing
Third Year:
Part I
- Midwifery and Gynaecological Nursing
- Community Health Nursing-II
Part II
- Nursing education
- Introduction to Research and Statistics
- Professional trends & adjustment
- Nursing administration & ward Management
Clinical Training
Our GNM program emphasizes practical training through:
- Rotational Postings: Diverse clinical rotations in departments such as Medical-Surgical, Pediatrics, Obstetrics, and Gynecology.
- Community Health Nursing: Practical exposure in rural and urban community health settings.
- Simulation Labs: State-of-the-art simulation labs for developing essential nursing skills.
- Internship: A comprehensive internship program that provides real-world nursing experience.
Eligibility Criteria
- Age Requirement: Minimum age of 17 years.
- Educational Qualification: Completion of 10+2 with Science (Physics, Chemistry, Biology) and English with a minimum aggregate of 40% marks.
- Medical Fitness: Candidates must be medically fit.
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the GNM program can pursue various career paths, including:
- Staff Nurse: Positions in hospitals, clinics, and nursing homes.
- Community Health Nurse: Roles in public health and community settings.
- Midwife: Employment in maternity centers and obstetric units.
- Nursing Educator: Opportunities in nursing education and training institutions.
- Healthcare Administration: Roles in healthcare management and administration