DEPARTMENT OF NURSING

The General Nursing and Midwifery (GNM) course trains students to become general nurses and midwives. It’s a popular choice for those interested in pursuing a career in nursing. The duration of the GNM course is 3.5 years.

The curriculum usually covers subjects such as anatomy, physiology, nutrition, pharmacology, nursing foundation, medical-surgical nursing, community health nursing, psychiatric nursing, and midwifery. The course combines both theoretical learning and practical training, often through clinical rotations in hospitals and healthcare settings.

Upon completion of the GNM course, graduates can work as staff nurses, community health nurses, midwives, nursing educators, and in various other healthcare roles. Many GNM graduates choose to further their education by pursuing Bachelor of Science in Nursing (B.Sc Nursing) or other advanced nursing degrees.

Employers of GNM nurses include:

1. Hospitals: GNM nurses can work in both government and private hospitals in departments such as medical-surgical, pediatrics, obstetrics and gynecology, intensive care units, emergency departments, and more.
2. Nursing Homes: Many nursing homes employ GNM nurses to provide care for elderly patients and those with chronic illnesses or disabilities.
3. Community Health Centers: GNM nurses often work in community health centers, providing healthcare services in rural or underserved areas. They may be involved in health promotion, disease prevention, and family planning initiatives.
4. Maternity Clinics: With their training in midwifery, GNM nurses are often employed in maternity clinics, assisting with prenatal care, childbirth, and postnatal care for mothers and newborns.
5. Rehabilitation Centers: GNM nurses may work in rehabilitation centers, helping patients recover from injuries, surgeries, or chronic illnesses by providing nursing care and support.
6. Home Healthcare Agencies: Some GNM nurses work for home healthcare agencies, providing nursing care to patients in their own homes. This can include assistance with medication administration, wound care, and monitoring of vital signs.
7. Schools and Educational Institutions: GNM nurses may also find employment in schools and educational institutions as healthcare educators, teaching nursing courses or conducting health education programs.
8. Government Health Departments: Government health departments employ GNM nurses to work in various roles such as public health nurses, community health workers, and health educators, especially in rural and remote areas.