Post Basic Bachelor of Science (BSc) In Nursing

A candidate seeking admission must :

• Hold a diploma in General Nursing & Midwifery (GNM)
• be a registered nurse
• Have a minimum of two years experience in a hospital or community health nursing.
• Have passed pre university examination in arts/science/commerce conducted by Department of Pre University Education, Karnataka State or its equivalent recognized by Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences.
• No candidate who is above 48 years of age on 31st December of the year of admission shall be eligible.
• Be medically fit.
• Have good personnel and professional record.

Post Basic B.Sc. degree in Nursing is a broad based education aimed to build upon the skills and competencies acquired at the diploma in nursing level. It is specifically directed to the upgrading of critical thinking skills, competencies and standards required for practice of professional nursing and midwifery as envisaged in National Health Policy The course is intended to enable the graduates: Assume responsibilities as professional, competent nurses and midwives at basic level in providing promotive, preventive, curative, and rehabilitative services. Make independent decisions in nursing situations, protect the rights of and facilitate individuals and groups in pursuit of health, function in the hospital, community nursing services, and conduct research studies in the areas of nursing practice. They are also expected to assume the role of teacher, supervisor, and manager in clinical/public health settings.