Nursing today is far different from Nursing as it was practiced a few decades ago; and it takes a vivid imagination to envision how the nursing profession will change as well as we move forward into the 21st century. To comprehend present day nursing and at the same time prepare for the future, one must understand not only past events but also contemporary nursing practice and the sociological factors affecting it.

There are many definitions and descriptions of nursing, but the essence to nursing is: Caring for and Caring about people As holistic beings in matters related to health promotion, health maintenance, health restoration and the end of life.

A desired goal of nursing is professionalism, which necessitates specialized education; a unique body of knowledge, including specific skills and abilities; autonomous regulation and a code of ethics.

The future of Nursing promises dynamic changes and continual challenge with exciting health care reform in progress and technologies as yet undreamt on the horizon.

Prospects:

Diploma nurses can pursue with their studies by taking up the bachelor’s degree on acquiring 2 years of clinical experience.

Graduate nurses can pursue with Post Graduate studies, and doctoral programmes.
Nurses wanting to go abroad should pass their IELTS, CGFNS exams, RN/RM exams.
An in-service education programme is administered in every institution. It is designed to upgrade the knowledge or skills of employees at various levels.

Staff credentialing – is the process of determining and maintaining competence in nursing. As the scope of nursing practice broadens, so must the knowledge base for even fresh students. To truly prepare students for today’s practice, this knowledge must reflect the most current guidelines and techniques.

In recognition of the challenges faced by both faculty and students, at DSI we have developed and surpassed an array of teaching/learning materials to reach world standards in Nursing education.

Why choose Dayananda Sagar College of Nursing?
The graduate program in nursing provides quality education in this area of study. The department has a well-equipped laboratory with modern infrastructure and instruments. This is supplemented by a team of professionally qualified faculty who guide the students to achieve their best. The college is associated with the Sagar Apollo Hospital to impart quality practical training to the students. Students are encouraged to take experimental project work to enhance hands-on experience. In order to provide quality education, the institution has not hesitated to provide liberal funding for state-of-the art laboratories, with experienced staff to ensure effective teaching.

Our objective
To impart education and practical training accepted worldwide. To create a pool of competent nurses.

Eligibility Criteria For Admission
Candidate should have passed the II years Preuniversity examination of Karnataka or an equivalent examination as prescribed by the Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences, with Science subjects/physics, chemistry and biology and scored at least 45% in the Science subjects (40% of candidates belonging to SC/ST)

Dress Code
The student should wear uniform prescribed during the clinical, labs and hospital visits.

Teaching Methodology
Professors with vast teaching and hospital experience handle the classes. The teaching methodology is interactive with students’ participation. The sessions include group discussion, seminars, visits to hospitals etc. Audio visual Aids for classroom sessions are facilitated. Workshop and guest lectures are also arranged along with academics.

Placements
Students are provided placement assistance to work in major hi-tech hospitals. A separate placement cell in the college help students who are seeking placements.

Hostel
There is an exclusive hostel within the campus for the nursing students. Both Vegetarian and Non vegetarian food is provided in the mess.

Course Details
The course is affiliated to the Rajiv Gandhi University of Hhealth Sciences and recognised by the . The Government of Karnataka, Karnataka Nursing Council & Indian Nursing Council.This course is structured over 4 years. The candidate shall undergo the course of instruction on the following subjects.

Bachelor of Nursing Course (Basic)
Eligibility for Admission:

A candidate seeking admission should have:
    1. Passed the two-year Pre-University examination or equivalent as recognized by Rajiv Gandhi        University Health Sciences, with science subjects, viz, Physics, Chemistry and Biology.
    2. Students of Vocational Courses.: 10+2 vocational course of State Government of Kerala with cognate         subject namely Domestic Nursing and Physics, Chemistry and Biology as optional subjects, vide         notification No.UA/ELY-1/1999-2000 dated 11.08.2004.
    3.Obtained at least forty-five percent of the total marks in science subjects of the qualifying       examination if belonging to a scheduled or a scheduled tribe, should have obtained not less than forty        percent of the total marks in science subjects of the qualifying examination.
    4. Completed 17 years of age at the time of admission or will complete this age on or before 31st        December of the year of admission.

Objectives of study:
The Programme is designed:
To provide a balance of professional and general education and to enable a student to become a professional nurse practitioner who has self-direction and is a responsible citizen.

Graduates of the programme are prepared for beginning level positions in community and institutional nursing service; and have the foundation for continuing professional development and for post-graduate study in nursing.

Through planned guided experience, students are provided with opportunities to develop:
A broad concept of the fundamental principles of nursing care based on sound knowledge and satisfactory level of skill in providing care to people of all ages in community or institutional setting.

Understanding of the application of principles from the physical, biological, social and behavioural sciences for assessing health status. Ability to investigate health care problems systematically.

Ability to work collaboratively with members of allied disciplines towards attaining optimum health for all members of society. Understanding of principles of teaching and their application in their work situation.

Understanding of fundamental principles of administration and organization of nursing services. Understanding of human behaviour and an appreciation of effective interpersonal relationship with individuals, families and groups.

Appreciation of the various factors affecting the community’s social, health and welfare programme.

Ability to assume responsibility for continuing learning and for increasing competence in nursing practice.

Appreciation of professional attitudes necessary for leadership roles in nursing. Appreciation of social and ethical obligations to society.

Course of Study:
The course of study leading to bachelor of Nursing (Basic) degree comprises of 4 academic years. A candidate shall undergo the course of instruction in the following subjects:

1Year Bachelor of Nursing

P.S.:- * Anyone of the three to be taken as an elective subject.

IV    Attendance , Progress And Conduct :
Each student must have a certificate of satisfactory attendance, progress and conduct from the Principal of the College of Nursing to be eligible for appearing in the University examination.

A minimum of 10% may be condoned by the Vice Chancellor on the recommendation of the principal based on the genuine nature of the case.

Internal Assessment :
There shall be an internal assessment which follows broadly the principles enunciated by the University in each subject for which 20% of the marks are set apart and these will be added to the final marks in the university examinations. There shall be a minimum of two assignments and three periodical tests in every subject each year to assess the progress of the candidates. If a candidate fails in an examination, his/her internal assessment shall be assessed again if he/she is a regular student for the second year attempt only, and marks, whichever is higher, will be considered.

VII Fees:
    As prescribed by the Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences, Karnataka, Bangalore.