About the Department

• HINDUSTAN INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY & SCIENCE (HITS), is a leading prestigious and recognised Institution in India, located at Chennai, Tamil Nadu.  Commenced in 1985, Accredited with NAAC A+, it offers a wide spectrum of Undergraduate and Postgraduate, in Health Sciences courses like B Pharm, Physiotherapy, B Sc. Nursing and Allied Health Science courses. 
• The launch of Bachelor of Nursing (B.Sc., (N)) Programme at HITS is a significant milestone in our Institution’s journey towards excellence in Nursing Education and Research.  Nursing is a field that plays a crucial role in healthcare, touching the lives of countless individuals.  With the growing demands and advancements in healthcare, the need for skilled and compassionate Nurses has never been more evident.  Our B.Sc., Nursing Programme aims to nurture and equip aspiring professional with the knowledge, skills and ethical values necessary to excel in this dynamic and evolving field.
• Nurses, have the opportunity to explore various domains of Nursing, including Medical Surgical Nursing (Adult Health Nursing including Geriatrics), Child Health/ Paediatric Nursing, Community Health Nursing, Mental Health/ Psychiatric  Nursing, Obstetrics & Gynaecological Nursing/ Midwifery and Applied Behavioural Sciences like Human Anatomy, Physiology, Microbiology, Bio-Chemistry, Sociology, Psychology, Nursing Research, Nursing Management, Nursing Education, Forensic Nursing, Indian Laws and International Code of Ethics, Statistics, Informatics and Computer Science Application in Nursing and more.  The Programme is designed to foster critical thinking, problem-solving abilities and a strong foundation in patient care.  It will also emphasize the significance of Research, innovation and ethical practices in Nursing.
• With an aim to be a global leader in Nursing education, research and services, the College of Nursing is committed to provide transformative and holistic learning experiences in Nursing and allied areas in a Collaborative and diverse environment that is designed to develop leaders who can address the healthcare needs of the citizen.  The College of Nursing provides ample opportunities to learn about Nursing practices and patient care.
• The curriculum is designed by academic practitioners, who nurture and develop young minds into responsible Nursing Professionals, who will contribute ethically to the future of the Nursing industry, Hospitals, Society and Healthcare system at large.  Programmes are delivered through extensive practical training in laboratories, clinical trainings in Govt. General Hospitals and reputed Specialty hospitals in addition to theoretical study.  Our University’s futuristic healthcare model fosters aspiring nurses to gain experimental training from the most accomplished Professors in the field.

About the Programme

• College of Nursing (B.Sc., (N)) is a four – year undergraduate programme, divided into 8 semesters, where students study the methods and process of patient care and treatment modalities. Anyone who aspires to be a Nurse must undertake this course so that they have in-depth knowledge of science and medicine.  B.Sc., (N) imparts useful knowledge about bio-chemical sciences and the healthcare business.  The Directorate of Medical Education, (DME), Indian Nursing Council (INC) and the Tamil Nadu Nurses and Midwives Council (TNNMC) are the regulatory bodies that are responsible for laying down all norms and regulations for the B.Sc., (N) programme.
• The B.Sc. nursing degree program is a four-year fulltime program comprising eight semesters, which prepares B.Sc. nursing graduates qualified to practice nursing and midwifery in a variety of settings in either public/government or private healthcare settings. It adopts credit system and semester system as per the Authority guidelines with minor modifications suitable to professional education in a hybrid form. The program encompasses foundational, core and elective courses. The choice-based system is applicable to electives only and is offered in the form of modules. Modular learning is also integrated in the foundational as well as core courses that is mandatory.
• The program prepares nurses and midwives for generalist nursing including midwifery practice. Knowledge acquisition related to wellness, health promotion, illness, disease management and care of the dying is core to nursing practice. Mastery of competencies is the main focus. Students are provided with opportunities to learn a whole range of skills in addition to acquiring knowledge related to nursing practice (nursing and midwifery). This is achieved through learning in skill lab/simulated lab and clinical environment. Simulation will be integrated throughout the curriculum wherever feasible to enable them to develop competencies before entry into real field of practice.
• The revised curriculum embraces competency-based and outcome-based approach throughout the program integrating mastery learning and self-directed learning. Transformational and relationship based educational approaches are emphasized. Through the educational process the students assimilate and synthesize knowledge, cultivate critical thinking skills and develop care strategies. Competencies that reflect practice standards of the Council address the areas of cultural diversity, communication technology, teamwork and collaboration, safety, quality, therapeutic interventions and evidence- based practice. They are prepared to provide safe and competent care to patients across life span and influence patient outcomes.

B.Sc Nursing:

• Medical Surgical Nursing (Adult Health Nursing)
• Community Health Nursing
• Paediatric/Child Health Nursing
• Psychiatric / Mental Health Nursing 
• Obstetrics & Gynaecological / Midwifery Nursing
• Nurse Educator
• Nurse Manager
• Nurse Researcher
• Health informatics &Technology

Statutory Bodies that grant Recognition to Start B.Sc. Nursing Programme

1.The Health and Family Welfare Department (TNH&W), Govt. of Tamil Nadu.

2. The Directorate of Medical Education (DME), Chennai  

3. The Tamil Nadu Nurses and Midwives Council, Chennai

4. Indian Nursing Council, New Delhi.

Programme’s Outcomes (PO’s)

The Learning and abilities or skills that a student would have developed by the end of B. Sc. Nursing Programme.

• PO1:  Demonstrate values, knowledge, skills and attitudes appropriate to the profession and also respect for the dignity of each individual and for human diversity.
• PO2:  Apply critical thinking skills and professional decision making required for basic and advance practice.
• PO3:  Practice within the framework of code of ethics, professional conduct and acceptable Standards of nursing practice within the legal boundaries.
• PO4:  Participate effectively as members of the health team in health care delivery system.
• PO5:  Utilize information, communication and other relevant technologies effectively.
• PO6:  Demonstrate proficiency in written, verbal and digital skills at individual and collaborative levels.
• PO7:  Explore research as evidence for enhancing and changing practice.
   

Programme’s Educational Objectives (PEO’S)

• PEO1:  Provide promotive, preventive and restorative health services in line with national health policies and programs.
• PEO2: Integrate professional caring into practice decisions that encompass values, ethical, and moral and legal aspects of nursing.
• PEO3: Utilize the latest knowledge and skills related to information and technology to enhance patient outcomes.
• PEO4 : Communicate effectively with patients, peers, and all health care providers.

Programme’s Specific Outcomes (PSO’s)

The Learning and abilities or skills that a student would have developed by the end of Four Years B. Sc. Nursing Programme.

• PSO1:  Produce knowledgeable competent Nurses and midwives with clear critical thinking skills who are caring, motivated assertive and well – disciplined responding to the changing needs of Profession, Health care delivery system and Society. 
• PSO2:  Prepare them to assume responsibilities as professional, competent nurses and midwives in providing promotive, preventive, curative and rehabilitative healthcare services in any healthcare setting.
• PSO3:  Prepare them to assume role of Practitioner, Teacher, Supervisor and Manager in all healthcare settings.
• PSO4 : Understanding concepts of physical, biological, behavioral and nursing sciences
• PSO5 :  Applying nursing process approach for individual and family care and various settings.
• PSO6:  Utilization of comprehensive nursing care skills for promotion, prevention and restoration of optimum health.
• PSO7 : Developing professional competency in providing holistic nursing care.
• PSO8 : Creating evidence based practice through research in nursing profession.

Job opportunities:

• Staff Nurse
• Tutor / Clinical Instructor
• Home care Nursing
• NABH Nurse
• Infection Control / Quality Assurance Nurse
• School Health Nurse – Corporate/ Private Schools
• Flight Nurses
• Air Ambulances
• Accident and Trauma care Nurses- Ambulatory Care Nurses
• Geriatric Care / Oncology Care Nurses
• Students can also pursue Higher studies in Nursing 

Nurses are in high-demand in India and Abroad including

• Gulf / Middle East - The Gulf Cooperation Council countries – Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA), UAE.
• European countries like UK, Germany, France, etc.
• English speaking countries like UK, Australia, New Zealand, Canada, etc.
• AIIMS Hospitals, JIPMER, Indian Railways, Tamil Nadu Medical Recruitment Board Exams(MRB)etc.,

HITS have the following MoUs in Health Sciences:

• Gleneagles Global Health city
• Smart Vision Hospital
• Frontier Life Line Hospitals
• Sankara Nethralaya
• IMAX Hospital

Clinical Training will be arranged in:

• Govt. General Hospital
• Govt. Primary Health & MCH Centre
• Private Super Specialty Hospitals

Immediate employment after Graduation 

International Placement training will be enforced through training in IELTS/ OET as well as GERMAN / FRENCH languages. 

Lab Facility

1.  ANATOMY & PHYSIOLOGY LAB

2. MICROBIOLOGY LAB

3. MEDICAL SURGICAL NURSING (ADULT HEALTH NURSING LAB)

Adult Health Nursing including Geriatrics and advanced simulation Lab

4. OB & G AND PAEDIATRIC / CHILD HEALTH NURSING LAB

5. COMMUNITY HEALTH NURSING LAB