B.Sc Nursing
B.Sc Nursing
About the Department
The Department of Nursing at Nehru Nursing College is a vibrant academic unit dedicated to developing competent, compassionate, and ethical nursing professionals. With a strong foundation in both theory and practice, the department is committed to excellence in teaching, clinical exposure, and community engagement. Our experienced faculty members bring real-world knowledge and academic expertise, guiding students to become leaders in the healthcare field. The department fosters a culture of inquiry, empathy, and service, preparing graduates to meet global healthcare demands with skill and integrity.
About the Course
The Bachelor of Science in Nursing (B.Sc Nursing) is a four-year undergraduate program designed to prepare students for a rewarding career in healthcare. It equips students with the knowledge, skills, and attitude necessary to provide high-quality nursing care across diverse clinical settings. The program blends classroom learning with extensive clinical training, enabling students to assess patient needs, plan and implement care, and evaluate outcomes. The course is offered exclusively to female candidates as per the current institutional policy.
About the Curriculum
The B.Sc Nursing curriculum is structured across eight semesters and follows the guidelines of The Tamil Nadu Dr. M.G.R. Medical University and the Indian Nursing Council. The curriculum covers core areas such as:
I Semester
- Communicative English
- Applied Anatomy
- Applied Physiology
- Applied Sociology
- Applied Psychology
- Nursing Foundation I
First Aid (part of Nursing Foundation I)
II Semester
- Applied Biochemistry
- Applied Nutrition & Dietetics
- *Nursing Foundation II
- Health/Nursing Informatics & Technology
Health Assessment (part of Nursing Foundation II)
III Semester
- Applied Microbiology & Infection Control (including Safety)
- Pharmacology I
- Pathology I
- Adult Health (Medical Surgical) Nursing I (with integrated pathophysiology)
BCLS (part of Adult Health Nursing I)
IV Semester
- Pharmacology II
- Pathology II & Genetics
- Adult Health Nursing II (with integrated pathophysiology & Geriatric Nursing)
- Professionalism, Professional Values & Ethics (including Bioethics)
Fundamentals of Prescribing (under Pharmacology II)
V Semester
- Community Health Nursing I (including Environmental Science & Epidemiology)
- Educational Technology / Nursing Education
- Introduction to Forensic Nursing & Indian Laws
VI Semester
- Child Health Nursing II
- Mental Health Nursing II
- Nursing Management & Leadership
- Midwifery/OBG Nursing I
SBA Module (OBG Nursing I/II - VI/VII Semester)
VII Semester
- Nursing Research & Statistics
- Community Health Nursing II
- Midwifery/OBG Nursing II
Safe Delivery App (OBG Nursing I/II - VI/VII Semester)
VIII Semester
- Child Health Nursing I
- Mental Health Nursing I
- Essential Newborn Care (ENBC), FBNBC, IMNCI & PLS (Child Health Nursing)
- Palliative Care Module (Adult Health Nursing II)
- Internship (Intensive Practicum / Residency Posting)
Mandatory and elective modules, including Health Assessment, First Aid, Disaster Management, and Personality Development, enrich student learning. The program requires 90% theory and 100% practical attendance, internal assessments, and university exams. Clinical postings, fieldwork, and simulation-based learning form a key part of the curriculum.
About the Labs
Nehru Nursing College offers state-of-the-art laboratories that meet Indian Nursing Council (INC) norms:
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Nursing Foundation Lab
This lab is designed to replicate a hospital setting, allowing
students to practice fundamental nursing skills like injections,
catheterization, wound care and other essential nursing tasks on
mannequins and simulators. It includes features like patient beds,
bedside lockers, and various medical equipment to enhance the
learning experience
Child Health Nursing Lab
These labs are equipped with various tools and resources to simulate real-world paediatric scenarios, allowing students to develop essential skills and confidence in providing safe and effective care for young patients. It has age-appropriate toys and games to help the students to learn and teach how to interact with children and use play as a therapeutic tool.
Community Health Nursing Lab
This lab stimulate community health settings and allowing students to practice health assessments, health promotion, and disease prevention strategies in a community setup
OBG & Midwifery Lab
This lab is designed to provide hands-on training in maternal and new born care. It includes mannequins, equipment, and models for students to practice procedures like antenatal assessments, labour and delivery management, and postpartum care.
Pre Clinical Science lab
This lab allowing students to study human anatomy through models ,charts, bones and other specimens
Nutritional Lab
These labs are equipped for teaching nutritional assessments, meal planning and dietary modifications, often including equipment for food preparation and analysis .
Audio -Visual Aids Lab
This lab enhance teaching, learning, and patient education through visual and auditory methods with a wide range of equipment and materials, including projectors, screens, computers, audio systems, charts, models, and interactive simulations.
Mental Health Nursing Lab
Mental Health Nursing Lab provides a controlled environment for students to learn and practice the skills and it has equipment and resources for simulated patient interactions, psychiatric assessments, and therapeutic interventions
Each lab is well-equipped, ventilated, and spacious, offering hands-on experience to enhance clinical competence. The Skill Lab and Simulation Centre* replicate real-life scenarios, helping students to develop critical thinking and clinical decision-making skills.
Career Opportunities
Graduates of B.Sc Nursing from Nehru Nursing College are highly sought after in both India and abroad. Career paths include:
- Staff Nurse in hospitals, clinics, and community health centers
- ICU/OT/NICU Nurse in specialized departments
- Nursing Educator or Tutor
- Public Health Nurse
- Clinical Instructor
- Nursing Officer in Government or Military Services
- Research Assistant in health studies
- Higher Education – Eligibility for M.Sc Nursing, Hospital Administration, or PG Diploma programs
- Global Opportunities – Graduates are employed in the USA, Canada, UK, Ireland, Germany, Gulf Countries, Australia, and more
The college also offers placement support through tie-ups with top hospitals like Apollo, Fortis, SRM, KMCH, and Manipal.
