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Inauguration of the global Health Program for Denmark students - batch I

04-09-2024

An Orientation Day program was held for the first batch of students from Denmark under the Global Health Program on 4th September 2024. The program commenced with the chief guest, dignitaries and Danish students lighting the lamp. Prof. (Dr.) Fatima Dsilva, Principal, NUINS welcomed the audience.

Dr. Syed Riyaz Ahamed, Dy. Director, International Relations, Nitte University was the Chief Guest of the program. In his guest talk, Dr. Ahamed highlighted the rich cultural and linguistic diversity at Nitte University and emphasized the importance of having students from various countries. During the program, the faculty members & students got introduced to one another.

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Placement & Career Guidance progarm

05-08-2024

The Placement & Career Guidance Cell of NUINS arranged a placement interview by Yashoda Group of Hospitals, Hyderabad for the final year BSc Nursing students at NUINS Learning Centre on 5th August 2024. Ms. Jeevitha Alva, Placement Officer NUINS, welcomed the Talent Acquisition Team from the hospital comprising Mrs. Sija Sanjay, General Manager-Nursing, and Ms. Jhansi, Manager-Nursing Recruitments.

Mrs. Sija Sanjay detailed to students the hospital setup at different campuses in Hyderabad. The working hours, salary, mediclaim facilities and benefits for staff joining the hospital were explained in the pre-placement presentation. She also addressed the queries raised by the stu...

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International Yoga Day 2024

20-06-2024

The Youth Red Cross unit of Nitte Usha Institute of Nursing Sciences, in association with the Nitte Institute of Integrative Medicine & Research, organized a program to celebrate International Yoga Day 2024 on 20th June 2024, at the University Auditorium, Paneer campus. The program began with a short introduction of the chief guest, prayer, and lamp lighting. Mrs. Latha S, YRC Coordinator, NUINS, welcomed the gathering. Principal, Prof.(Dr) Fatima Dsilva, addressed the gathering and shared her views on the day.

Chief guest Prof. (Dr.) Manjunath S, Dr. BC Roy, Multispecialty Research Centre, IIT Kharagpur, and Adjunct Professor, Nitte DU enlightened the young minds on the scien...

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Voter awareness drive

06-04-2024

The NSS Unit of Nitte Usha Institute of Nursing Sciences, in collaboration with the Ministry of Youth Affairs & Sports, Government of India, Regional Directorate of NSS, Bengaluru, conducted a Voter Awareness Drive on Shaheedi Diwas, 6th April 2024, at the University Auditorium, Paneer campus.

Dr. Chandru Hegde, Asst.Professor, Dept. of Mathematics, Mangalore University was the resource person. He enlightened the audience about voting rights, enrolment procedure and voting-related apps.

Mr. Shashi Kumar Shetty, NSS Program Coordinator, Nitte University along with Mr. Sukesh, Mrs. Sarita Telma Fernandes, Mrs. Jeevitha Alva and Mrs. Keerthimala K, NSS Program officers...

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Swachhata campaign

05-04-2024

The NSS Unit of Nitte Usha Institute of Nursing Sciences, in collaboration with the Ministry of Youth Affairs & Sports, Government of India, Regional Directorate of NSS, Bengaluru conducted a Swachhata campaign on the occasion of Shaheedi Diwas on 5th April 2024, at Paneer campus. Mr. Sukesh, Mrs. Sarita Telma Fernandes, Mrs. Jeevitha Alva and Mrs. Keerthimala K, NSS Program Officers of Nitte Usha Institute of Nursing Sciences were present. A total of 42 first-year GNM NSS volunteers actively participated in the Swachhata campaign....

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Seminar on 'Newer Trends in Management of Tuberculosis'

26-03-2024

The Alumni Association of Nitte Usha Institute of Nursing Sciences, in collaboration with the Department of Community Health Nursing, hosted a seminar titled "Newer Trends in Management of Tuberculosis" on 26th March 2024, at Chintana Hall, Justice KS Hegde Charitable Hospital. The event commenced with an invocation, followed by a welcome address by Dr. Suchithra BS, Alumni Secretary. Dr. Neetha Kamath, HoD, Community Health Nursing, delivered the keynote speech.

Mr. Sujith Kuriakose, Grade-1 Nursing Officer at the District Headquarters Hospital, Kannur provided a comprehensive presentation on Tuberculosis, covering new diagnostic methods, management and prev...

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International Empowerment Series

18-03-2024

Day -1: Flipped Classroom Teaching
Nitte Usha Institute of Nursing Sciences proudly launched the International Empowerment Series from 18th to 20th March 2024. The inaugural session, titled "Flipped Classroom Teaching," took place on March 18th at the University Auditorium, Paneer campus. This workshop was designed to disseminate knowledge about the flipped classroom model, an innovative educational strategy aimed to enhance learning by inverting traditional teaching methods. The program began with a welcome note followed by lighting of the lamp by the dignitaries. Dr. Suzanne Robertson Malt, Director of Health Science Programs at the University of Wollongong, Dubai, led the work...

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Guest lecture on Women's empowerment initiatives in India

06-03-2024

The IQAC Criterion VII and Women's Cell of Nitte Usha Institute of Nursing Sciences organized a guest lecture as part of the Amrit Kaal - Vimarsh - Viksit Bharat 2047 public lecture series, on 6th March 2024 at the University Auditorium, Paneer campus. The theme was Rising Nari Shakti - Women Empowerment in India (Theme 4).

The program started with lamp lighting and invocation. Mrs. Latha S, Criterion VII Coordinator, introduced the chief guest, Dr. Gayathri N., Asst. Professor & Head, Dept. of Sociology, University College, Hampankatta and welcomed the gathering. Dr. Gayathri N spoke on gender parity, the value of women, ways for women to empower themselves, possibilities for...

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Valedictory program - International students

01-03-2024

A valedictory session was held for the fifth batch of students from VIA University College, Denmark on 1st March 2024. The program began with the dignitaries and the student interns from Denmark lighting the lamp.

Prof. (Dr.) Fatima Dsilva, Principal, NUINS welcomed the audience. In her address to the students, she emphasized the importance of having such student exchange programs which help students to identify and implement the mutual good practices of the healthcare system in India and Europe. She congratulated the students for the successful completion of their internship and handed over the certificates.

Ms. Sissel, Ms. Susan and Ms. Emilie Bon...

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Tarang 2K24

17-02-2024

The Annual Day of Nitte Usha Institute of Nursing Sciences, TARANG 2K24 was held on 17th February 2024 at the Nitte University Grounds, Paneer campus. Chief Guest Dr BV Kathyayini, Principal, NIMHANS College of Nursing, Bangalore in her address emphasized the need for growth in professional life. Prof. (Dr). Harsha Halahalli, Registrar, Nitte (DU) in his presidential address emphasized the value of perseverance & credibility and advised the students to find success for themselves, serve as excellent ambassadors and bring fame to their Alma Mater. He also commended the faculty and Principal for their ongoing efforts to carry out new action plans to raise the standards of the institution. ...

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Orientation Program for the V & VI Batch of Denmark students

06-02-2024

Three students from Denmark visited Nitte Usha Institute of Nursing Sciences, Mangalore for a five-week internship program from 30th January to 2nd March 2024. Another student also from Denmark, joined the Internship program from 6th to 16th February 2024. The inauguration of the program took place on 5th February 2024 at the Learning Center, 3rd Floor, NUINS. Prof. Dr. Sabitha Nayak, Vice Principal, NUINS presided over the event. The heads of departments outlined the expectations and learning outcomes for the Danish students. Mrs. Jincy K S, International Student Coordinator, delivered the vote of thanks and served as the program's host....

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Children's Day celebration

18-11-2023

The Department of Child Health Nursing, Nitte Usha Institute of Nursing Sciences, celebrated Children's Day at Netaji Subash Chandra Bose Government High School, Deralakatte on 18th November 2023 under the direction of Prof. Sujatha R, Head, Dept. of Child Health Nursing.

Faculty members Dr. Sharlet Simple Dsouza & Ms. Jeevitha Alva, along with MSc and PBBSc Nursing students raised awareness on `Prevention of High-risk behaviours among adolescents`, using lectures and videos. About 150 students attended this session. Stationery items and sweets were distributed to students...

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Regional Alumni Meet and Inauguration of Mangalore Chapter

03-11-2023

The Alumni Association of Nitte Usha Institute of Nursing Sciences organized a Regional Alumni Meet and inauguration of the Mangalore Chapter on 3rd November 2023 at Chintana Hall, Justice K S Hegde Hospital. The event commenced with a prayer, followed by welcome address by Dr. Neetha Kamath, Jt. Secretary of the Association. The Meet was inaugurated by the Chief Guest & Resource Person, Brahmakumari Sneha from the Brahmakumaris Mangalore Branch. In her talk on the theme "The Power of One Thought - Master Your Mind, Master Your Life", she emphasized the significance of life, unity and purity of one's mind.

Distinguished Best Teacher Award

05-09-2023

The Principal, faculty and students of NUINS congratulate Dr. Sabitha Nayak, Vice Principal & Professor, Dept. of OBG Nursing, Nitte Usha Institute of Nursing Sciences, on receiving the Nitte Distinguished Best Teacher Award at the institution level for the year 2022-2023....

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NUINS | INTERNATIONAL NURSES DAY CELEBRATION 2023

12-05-2023

INTERNATIONAL NURSES DAY CELEBRATION 2023

The SNA council members (2022-23) of Nitte Usha Institute of Nursing Sciences celebrated International Nurses Day at the University Auditorium, Paneer campus on 12th May 2023 to recognise the significance of multifaceted roles that nurses play in the healthcare system and in society at large. The day also honors the birth anniversary of Florence Nightingale, who is the founder of modern nursing.

The celebration commenced with a prayer song by Ms. Suviksha and her team. Ms. Cleeta Pinto, Principal, School of Nursing delivered the welcome address. Chief Guest, Dr. Suba Sooria, Head of Nursing Services, Kasturba Hospital, Manipal, address...

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The Annual Day - DAKSH 2023

24-03-2023

The Annual Day - DAKSH 2023 of Nitte Usha Institute of Nursing Sciences, was held on 24th March 2023 at K S Hegde Auditorium. Chief Guest Mrs. Biji S Wasim, Chief Nursing Manager, KMC Hospital Mangaluru in her address emphasized the need for growth in professional life. Prof. (Dr). M S Moodithaya, Pro Vice-Chancellor, NitteDU in his presidential address emphasized the value of perseverance & credibility and advised the students to serve as excellent ambassadors to find success for self and bring fame to their Alma Mater. He also commended the faculty and Principal for their ongoing efforts to carry out new action plans to raise the standards of the insti...

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Report on Christmas & New Year Celebration

09-12-2022

The SNA Council members (2022-23) of Nitte Usha Institute of Nursing Sciences organized Christmas and New Year celebration on 9th December 2022 under the guidance of SNA President Prof. Dr. Fatima D'silva, SNA Advisor Mrs. Melba Drago and Program coordinator, Prof. Dr. Nalini M. The celebration commenced with the welcome address by Ms. Ajal Maria Mathew, SNA Vice President, NUINS in the presence of all the dignitaries - Prof Dr.Sabita Nayak, Vice Principal, NUINS, Mrs. Cleeta Pinto, Principal, SoN, Col. Ghivari, Asst. Director, Student Welfare, and all the teaching and non-teaching faculty. The program was hosted by Ashly R. George from IIIrd year BSc (N).&n...

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A workshop to provide hands-on training on Focus Group Discussion (FGD) for Qualitative Research

24-11-2022

A workshop to provide hands-on training on Focus Group Discussion (FGD) for Qualitative Research was held for the teaching faculty of NUINS, constituent colleges of Nitte DU, PG students and Ph.D Scholars on 24th November 2022 at NUINS Learning Centre. 

Prof Dr. Jacintha Veigas, Program Coordinator welcomed the gathering. Prof. Dr. Praveen Kumar Shetty, Director R&D, Nitte DU inaugurated the workshop and emphasized the need for qualitative data in generating information. Dr. Sudhir Prabhu H, Professor & Head, Community Medicine, Fr. Muller Medical College, Mangalo...

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'APATHBANDHU' program organised for Indian coast guards in first aid and emergency care

26-07-2022

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Guest talk on "Women's Health: Facts about Fat"

08-03-2022

The Women's Cell and Youth Red Cross Wing of Nitte Usha Institute of Nursing Sciences organized a Guest talk on "Women's Health: Facts about Fat" on 8th March 2022 at the NUINS Learning Centre. Dr. Nalini M, Women's Cell In-charge welcomed the gathering. Dr. Arun Thejaus KP, BNYS, MD (Yoga), (PhD), Asst. Professor & In-charge of Nitte Centre for Integrative Medicine & Research (N-CIMR) was the Guest Speaker for the program. He emphasized the significance of healthy fat in women and its role. He also explained how to plan a healthy meal as age advances.

Mrs. Latha, YRC Coordinator and Head, Dept. of Medical-Surgical Nursing proposed the vote of thanks. Ms. Ashwini, IT Assi...

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Memorandum of understanding with college innovators, Nitte

07-02-2022

Nitte Usha Institute of Nursing Sciences and College Innovators, Nitte signed a Memorandum of Understanding on 7th February 2022. The MoU signifies the interdisciplinary collaboration between Nitte Usha Institute of Nursing Sciences, Mangalore, Institution Innovation Council, Nitte (DU), and College Innovators, Nitte. Dr. G. Sriniketan, President IIC Nitte (DU) highlighted the need for student mentoring and emphasized on the various supportive measures taken by the management to initiate and foster Research & Innovation in healthcare setting.

Principal Prof. Dr. Fatima Dsilva stressed the need for innovation in the clinical area so that problems faced at work by the nurses can...

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Orientation program

03-02-2022

The NSS Unit of Nitte Usha Institute of Nursing Sciences organized an Orientation program for NSS volunteers on 3rd February 2022 at the University Auditorium, Paneer Campus.

Mrs. Suchithra BS, NSS Program Officer welcomed the gathering. Mr. Shashi Kumar, NSS Coordinator, Nitte (DU) presented the details of the NSS Unit, the volunteer strength, activities organized etc and also appreciated the good work of the NSS Unit of NUINS.

Dr. Prof Fatima Dsilva, Principal, NUINS, motivated the students to participate in the NSS activities and explained how NSS will bring about a positive change in their behavior. She also advised the students to organize more community activities...

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Essay Writing Competition

24-01-2022

An Essay Writing Competition on the theme 'Duties of Young Citizens in a Democracy' was organized on virtual mode by Nitte (Deemed to be University) as a part of the Republic Day Celebrations on 24th January 2022. The competition provided a platform to the students to exhibit their literary and language skills.

Ms Emima Naduvattam Suresh, I year BSc (N) bagged the First prize. The institution is proud of her achievement....

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Ophthalmic camp

15-11-2021

The Department of Child Health Nursing, Nitte Usha Institute of Nursing Sciences hosted an Ophthalmic camp as a part of a community outreach program at Sri Ramakrishna Aided High School, Harekala, Pavoor on 15th November 2021. The screening camp began with a welcome address by the Headmistress of the school. Prof. Sujatha R provided an orientation on the objective of the camp. The visual acuity and eye issues of 156 high school students were assessed with the help of a team of 2 ophthalmic PG students, 2 interns, and 2 optometrists. Another team of 20 students from 3rd-year B.Sc Nursing and GNM carried out tasks such as monitoring blood pressure, checking height & weight, and collecting ...

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Orientation Program on Japanese language

29-09-2021

Language Club of Student Nurses Association (SNA) and the Placement Cell of Nitte Usha Institute of Nursing Sciences jointly organized an Orientation Program on Japanese language for the pre-final year B.Sc Nursing students on 29th September 2021 at the University Auditorium, Paneer Campus. Dr. Neetha Kamath, HoD, Community Health Nursing welcomed the gathering and introduced Prof. Harikrishna Bhat, Director International Collaborations, Nitte Education Trust, Ms. Yasuko Sato and Ms. Megumi Takeshita, International collaborators to the audience. Prof. Harikrishna Bhat familiarised the students about the Japanese language and explained the importance of learning the language for placement opp...

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Teacher's Day Celebration

06-09-2021

On 6th September 2021, Teacher's Day Celebration was organized by the SNA Council members (2021-22) under the guidance of SNA President Prof. Dr. Fatima Dsilva & SNA Advisor Mrs. Melba Drago.

The program commenced at 10 a.m through virtual mode via Google meet platform with a brief introduction and welcome by the MC, Ms. Jesia Mariam Koshy followed by invocation of God's blessings and virtual lighting of the lamp by Ms. Roshna Roy & team. The official welcome address was given by Ms. Sandramol N K. A melodious song dedicated to the teachers of NUINS was rendered by Ms. Roshna and team. A video clipping paying tribute to teachers was presented by Mr. Savio Jose which made t...

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Nitte Smart Health Village Project 'Apathbandhu' (A training program of rural volunteers in first aid and emergency care)

04-08-2021

As part of Nitte Smart Health Village Project 'Apathbandhu', Nitte Usha Institute of Nursing Sciences, NU-MEDISiM, and Dept. of Public Health, KSHEMA jointly organized a training program for rural volunteers in first aid & emergency care, and the launch of 'CoviSwas' - Nitte Covid-19 Home Isolation App on 4th and 5th August 2021 respectively, at the Atal Incubation Centre, Nitte, Karkala.

The program was inaugurated by Shri. N. Vinaya Hegde, Honorable Chancellor, NitteDU. Speaking on the occasion, the Chancellor said that healthcare related issues should be viewed holistically and providing health for all is the need of the hour. This calls for selfless service, dedication, em...

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Breast Feeding Week

03-08-2021

As a part of the World Breast Feeding Week Celebration 2021, the Department of Child Health Nursing, NUINS conducted a Health Education program on 'Breast Feeding Week' at Mithapadu Anganwadi, Kenchila on 3rd August, 2021.

On this occasion, Mrs. Jeevitha Alva, Lecturer gave a health talk on 'Breast Feeding' and Prof. Sujatha R, HoD explained the techniques, different positions of feeding and storing breast milk. The mothers gained knowledge regarding breast feeding and verbalized the effectiveness of this health education program....

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Panel Discussion on "Women Entrepreneurial Journey - Challenges & Success"

02-08-2021

The Student Innovation Club (SIC) & Nursing Education Unit (NEU), Nitte Usha Institute of Nursing Sciences in collaboration with the Staff Development Centre, NitteDU organized a panel discussion on `Women Entrepreneurial Journey - Challenges & Success' on 2nd August 2021. The event was held online.

Prof. Dr. Fatima D`silva, Principal NUINS introduced the distinguished panel and delivered the welcome address. Prof. Dr. Satheesh Kumar Bhandary, Vice-Chancellor NitteDU inaugurated the event and in his opening remarks appreciated the significant contribution of women entrepreneurs towards the growth of economy and their serious efforts for the betterment of society.

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One-day seminar on 'Good Clinical Practice'

16-03-2021

The Internal Quality Assurance Cell of Nitte Usha Institute of Nursing Sciences organized a one-day seminar on 'GOOD CLINICAL PRACTICE' on 16th March 2021 at the NUINS Learning Centre, to enhance knowledge regarding the concepts of ethics in research.

Dr Neetha Kamath, IQAC Coordinator, welcomed the gathering. Prof. Dr. Ashok Shenoy, Dept. of Pharmacology, KMC, Mangalore; Prof. Dr. Vinitha R Pai Dept. of Biochemistry, Yenepoya DU and Dr. Sheethal Ullal, Professor & Head, Dept. of Pharmacology, KMC, Mangalore were the Resource Persons. Dr. Nalini, Head, Dept. of Mental Health Nursing, NUINS proposed the vote of thanks. The program was compered by Ms. Priya, Lecturer, NUINS. 45 facu...

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CNE on 'Qualitative Research Tools'

12-03-2021

As a part of the Continuing Nursing Education, the first year M.Sc (N) students along with the Department of Community Health Nursing of NUINS organized a CNE on 'Qualitative Research Tools' on 12th March 2021 at the NUINS Learning Centre. Dr. Iddya Karunasagar, Senior Director, International Relations, Nitte DU was the chief guest and the resource person for the program. He explained the steps of selecting a good research problem.

Dr. Fatima D'silva, Principal, NUINS, in her presidential address focused on the importance of research in promoting academic excellence. Dr. Sudeep Kumar Shetty, Dy. Director (Community Health), Nitte DU & Course Coordinator - MHAHSM, was the reso...

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Workshop on 'Healthcare Information Management System'

18-02-2021

As part of the Continuing Nursing Education (CNE) program, a workshop on 'Healthcare Information Management System', was organised by the Department of Medical Surgical Nursing, NUINS for the 1st year M.Sc (N) students on 18th and 19th February 2021. The total numbers of participants were 30 including faculty and students. Mr. Mahesh Chowta, System Administrator, NitteDU was the resource person. He explained about the Healthcare Information Management System in detail on topics such as:

  1. Important features of HIMS
  2. Important modules on HIMS
  3. Access control
  4. Transfer of patient's data
  5. Maintenance of HIMS
  6. An alternative for syste...

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