Master of Science (MSc) in Cardiovascular and Thoracic Nursing

Candidate should have done B.Sc./PB B.Sc. Nursing recognized by Indian Nursing Council, minimum of 55% marks in aggregate and one year experience.

Aim:

Aim of the postgraduate programme in nursing is to prepare graduates to assume responsibilities as Clinical Nurse Specialists, Nurse Practitioners, Consultants, Educators, Researchers and Administrators in a wide variety of professional settings.
Objectives:
On completion of the 2 year M.Sc Nursing programme, the graduates will be able to:‐

1. Apply the concepts, theories and principles of nursing science.
2. Demonstrate competencies in nursing practice.
3. Practice as Clinical Nurse Specialist.
4. Establish collaborative relationship with the members of other disciplines.
5. Assume leadership in various care settings.
6. Participate in health planning, implementation and evaluation at different levels of health care system.
7. Function as effective nurse educators and nurse managers.
8. Conduct independent nursing research and utilize the research findings in nursing practice and education.
9. Critically evaluate various educational programmes in nursing.
10. Demonstrate interest and positive attitude in continuing education for personal and professional growth.
11. Demonstrate advanced skills and competence in the nursing management of patients with various medical and surgical conditions.
12. Incorporate evidence based nursing practice and identify the areas of research in the field of medical and surgical nursing.
13. Describe recent advancements in the field of medical and surgical nursing.
14. Explain the legal and ethical issues in caring patients with various medical and surgical conditions.
15. Function as medical surgical nurse specialists and practitioners.