NITTE University Mangalore
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General Nursing and Midwifery (GNM)
General Nursing and Midwifery (GNM)
Course
Diploma In General Nursing And Midwifery (GNM) Is A Three-Year Programme Aimed To Prepare Students To Work Effectively As Members Of The Health Team. This Job-Oriented Programme Comprises Subjects Like Nursing Fundamentals Anatomy & Physiology Psychology Biology Sociology And First Aid.The Programme Trains Students To Closely Assess The Nursing Need Of The Patients Monitor The Condition Of Patients Provide Effective Nursing Care And Assist The Doctors In Surgical Procedures. The Students Learn To Set Up Medical Equipment In Operation Theaters And Adeptly Handle Patients During Emergency Situations.
The Aspirants Are Additionally Trained To Be Job-Ready By Imbibing Computer And Interpersonal Skills Which Help Them In Advancing Their Role. After Successful Completion Of The Programme The Students Are Enrolled For An Internship That Enables Them To Directly Gain Hands-On Experience In Esteemed Organizations. Through A Culture Of Patient-First The Students Are Encouraged To Possess Unique Qualities Of Character And Spirit.
Duration: 3 Years
Eligibility
- 10+2 With English Having 40% Of Marks In Vocational ANM Course From The School Recognized By Indian Nursing Council.
- 10 +2 With English Having 40% Of Marks In Vocational Stream-Health Care Science From A Recognized CBSE Board/State/Center Registered ANM With Pass Mark.
Higher Studies
You Can Pursue B. Sc Nursing (Post Certificate/ Post Basic) After GNM. After Graduation, You Can Opt For M. Sc Nursing Or PG Diploma In Nursing And Boost Your Career Prospects.
Career Opportunities
After Successfully Completing These Courses You Will Become A “Nurse”. There Are Wide Employment Opportunities For GNM Diploma Holders. ... Mostly They Work In Areas Like Government And Private Hospitals, Nursing Homes, Old Age Homes, Orphanages, Various Industries, Sanatoriums And Armed Forces
As A Qualified Nurse, You Will Be Expected To:
- Assess The Nursing Needs Of The Patients
- Provide Effective Care To The Patients
- Solve Problems In Nursing Practice
- Monitor The Condition Of The Patients
- Assist In Research Activities
- Communicate The Patient’s Requirements To The Doctor
- Set Up The Medical Equipment In Operation Theaters
- Give Medications And Treatments Such As Catheterization, Irrigation, Enema, Massage, And Douches To The Patient As Per The Doctor’s Advice.
- Clean The Patient Rooms, Bathrooms, Examination Rooms, And Other Patient Areas Prepare Documents And Reports Of The Patient’s Behavior And Complaints.
- Apply Dressings, Slings, Stockings, Or Support Bandages Under The Direction Of The Nurse Or The Doctor. In Various Government Run Primary Health Centers ThroughoutIndia.
Community Health Nurse
Local Hospitals, Trauma Centers, Government Agencies, Schools, And NGOs Hire GNMs As A Community Health Nurse For Various Roles Like:
- Controlling The Spread Of Communicable Diseases
- Supporting The Patients In Their Disease Management
- Educating The Local Community About Common Health Problems
- Helping In Social Healthcare Programs
- Providing prenatal care and education to the expectant mothers about maternal nutrition and childbirth
