B.Sc. Nursing

Graduation in Nursing or B. Sc. (Bachelor of Science) in Nursing is a four-year professional course. To pursue B. Sc. nursing the candidates should have minimum eligibility criteria having completed 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology as mandatory subjects. One can get admission into the B. Sc. nursing course by appearing in several entrance exams held between April-June. Indian B.Sc. nursing degree is widely accepted throughout the globe since the course teaches nursing science along with the essence of humanities.

The average course fee for B.Sc. Nursing is Rs 8,500 to Rs 1.3 lakhs per annum. Which may vary based on the universities/colleges' standards.

B.Sc. Nursing Eligibility Criteria

One can choose from the two-course options one B. Sc. (Basic) and other is B. Sc. (Post-Basic), the eligibility criteria for the two is mentioned below:

For B.Sc. (Basic) – Candidates should pass 10+2 in Physics, Chemistry, and Biology and should be medically fit.

For B.Sc. (Post-Basic) – Candidates should pass 10+2 in PCB (Physics, Chemistry, and Biology). One has to obtain a certificate in GNM (General Nursing Midwifery) and register him/herself as RNRM (Registered Nurse Registered Midwife) from the State Nurses Registration Council.

Notably, one has to submit a proof of training by Indian Nursing Council or equivalent in the following domain:

• OT (Operation Theatre) Techniques
• Community Health Nursing
• Psychiatric Nursing
• Ophthalmic Nursing
• Leprosy Nursing
• TB Nursing
• Neurological and Neurosurgical Nursing
• Cancer Nursing
• Orthopedic Nursing

Nursing: Skills Required

The nursing profession is a noble profession and requires dealing with different types of patients regularly. The most essential skill or quality a nurse should is to have patience. Besides this dedication to work with doctors, patients and other hospital administration, compassion, and excellent communication skills. A nurse should be able to communicate both in medical jargon and laymen’s terms. At last a nurse should possess strong organizational and management skills as a nurse is also responsible for maintaining patient records.

B. Sc. nursing is a graduate-level course in Nursing and covers all the important aspects of nursing. The course is aimed at imparting the thorough knowledge and know-how basics of the profession. As the profession directly involves in taking care of patients, thus the course has to be rigorous. Below is the list of subjects that are taught during the course

• Anatomy
• Physiology
• Biochemistry
• Nutrition
• Nursing Foundation
• Pharmacology
• Sociology
• Pathology and Genetics
• Medical-Surgical Nursing
• Community Health Nursing
• Psychology
• Communication and Educational Technology
• Microbiology
• Midwifery and Obstetrical Nursing
• Introduction to Computer
• English
• Nursing Research and Statistics
• Management of Nursing Services and Education
• Child Health Nursing
• Fundamentals of Nursing
• First aid with applied Sciences and Pharmacology
• Psychiatric Nursing
• Operation Theatre Technique

B.Sc. Nursing career options

B. Sc. Nursing freshers have plenty of options in hand right after completing their graduation. They can start their career in nursing by joining private/government hospital or as a tutor in some institute. Below are the job profiles which B. Sc. Nursing graduates can join as

• Nurse
• Home Care Nurses
• Nursing Assistant
• Nurse - Nursery School
• Junior Psychiatric Nurse
• Ward Nurse & Infection Control Nurse
• Nursing Assist. Supervisor

• Nursing Tutor
• Nursing Educator
• Home Care Nurses
• Nursing Assistant
• Nurse - Nursery School
• Nurse & Patient Educator
• Junior Psychiatric Nurse
• Nurse Manager
• Ward Nurse & Infection Control Nurse

B.Sc. Nursing Salary

B. Sc. nursing graduates can earn a decent salary depending upon their experience. Communications and skills they possess. B. Sc. nursing graduates can earn from Rs 3.2 Lakh per annum to 7.8 Lakh per annum. The amount may fluctuate depending on the employer organization and hospital.

B.Sc. Nursing: Top Recruiters

A list of top recruiting companies in India with recruitments in this field is mentioned below

• Apollo Hospitals Enterprises
• Fortis Healthcare
• Medanta Medicity
• Columbia Asia Hospital
• Wockhardt Hospitals
• Global Hospitals
• Max Hospital
• Manipal Hospital

Besides joining a job, one can also continue his/her education after completing B. Sc. in Nursing. Higher education will open more avenues and doors for various exciting career opportunities. Various other career options are:

• Master of Science (M.Sc.) Nursing
• Master of Science (M.Sc.) Neuroscience
• Master of Science (M.Sc.) Biotechnology
• Master of Science (M.Sc.) Medical Microbiology and Medical Biochemistry
• Master of Science (M.Sc.) Renal Sciences and Dialysis Technology
• Post Graduate Program in Public Health Management (PGPPHM)
• Master of Science (M.Sc.) Medical Sociology
• MBA in Pharmaceutical Management

 

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Frequently Asked Questions

Q. Do I have to appear for NEET for admission in Nursing?
A. No, you don’t have to appear for NEET to get admission in B. Sc. Nursing. You can pursue Nursing right after your 12^th exam with 45% marks in science (PCBE) from any recognised board. (Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and English). The minimum age for admission in the B. Sc. Nursing programme is 17 years on or before December 31, 2019. BSc Nursing is a Degree Course to pursue a career in Nursing. The Course is divided into two parts- Basic and Post-Basic with a course duration of 4 and 2 years, respectively.

Q. What are the best course options after B. Sc. In Nursing?
A. You can go for M. Sc. in Nursing after completing your graduation in the same field. Also, you can opt for a course in healthcare and hospital management. By pursuing healthcare and hospital management course you can choose from a variety of sub-fields like finance, human resources, and patient care.

Q. What is ANM and GNM? Are these courses the same?
A. No, these two courses are not the same. ANM stands for Auxiliary Nursing Midwifery which is a diploma course focusing on the study of health care of individuals. You will learn how to take care of equipment, setting up of Operation Theater, provide medication timely to patient and maintain records. While GNM is referred to as General Nursing and Midwifery and it deals with the education of nurses in general health care, nursing, and midwifery.

ANM is a one-year duration course with the eligibility of 10+2 (from Arts or Science stream), 10^th class. Students have to secure at least 45% marks in the qualifying examination. The minimum age requirement is 17 years. While GNM is a three and half year diploma course with the eligibility of 10+2 passed with Physics, Chemistry and Biology subjects. The age limit is a minimum of 17 years and a maximum of 30 years. This course is for both male and female students.

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