COMMUNITY HEALTH NURSING

The Community Health Nursing Department plays a pivotal role in shaping nursing students into public health advocates and skilled community care providers. With a focus on promoting health, preventing illness and extending care beyond the hospitals, this department serves as the bridge between academic learning and real-world community health practice. It emphasizes a holistic approach to health by addressing the physical, social, environmental, and psychological well-being of individuals, families and communities. Through a dynamic blend of classroom teaching, hands-on training in the Community Health Nursing Laboratory and extensive fieldwork in rural and urban settings, students gain the knowledge and skills required to assess community health needs, provide essential care, and contribute to national and global public health initiatives. The department also actively engages in health education, awareness campaigns, and research projects to uplift community well-being and strengthen the public health system. As public health challenges continue to evolve, the Community Health Nursing Department remains committed to producing compassionate, competent and community-oriented nurses who are equipped to lead transformative change in health care delivery at the grassroots level.

Scope

Academic Scope- Curriculum Delivery, Skill Development and Simulation Training
Clinical Scope- Field Practice,Home-Based Care and Health Camps
Public Health & Community Outreach- Health Promotion,School and Occupational Health & Disaster Preparedness
Research & Evidence-Based Practice-Community-Based Research,Data Collection and Analysis:
Collaboration and Leadership-Intersectoral Coordination &Leadership Development:
Career Opportunities for Graduates-Public Health Nurse;Community Health Officer (CHO);School Health Nurse; Health Educator;NGO Project Coordinator;Epidemiology Assistant; Research Associate in Public Health

Activities

Academic Activities

Classroom lectures, tutorials and practical demonstrations. Student-led health education presentations. Assignments, case studies and community diagnosis reports. Guest lectures and expert talks on public health topics.

Clinical & Field Training

Supervised postings at UHTCs, RHTCs, PHCs, CHCs, and sub-centres. Home visits for health assessment, antenatal/postnatal care, and chronic disease follow-up. Participation in health camps (e.g., eye camps, immunizations). School health screenings and programs.

Community Outreach Programs

Awareness programs on hygiene, nutrition, family planning, and disease prevention. Observance of national health days (e.g., World Health Day, Breastfeeding Week). Educational activities like street plays, rallies, and exhibitions. Household surveys and community data collection.

Research and Projects

Community-based research and surveys by students. Assessment of local health issues and needs. Group projects on topics like sanitation, water quality, and maternal health.

Capacity Building and Training

Workshops on first aid, disaster preparedness, and counselling. Training in the use of community health bags and proper documentation.

Collaboration and Extension Work

Partnerships with health departments, NGOs, and local leaders. Participation in national health programs (e.g., Pulse Polio, Ayushman Bharat).

Prospectus

COMMUNITY HEALTH NURSING

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