Community Health Nursing
Practical, hands-on community nursing across rural, urban and adopted health settings.
Overview
The Community Health Nursing Department provides hands-on experience in diverse community settings — the Rural Training Centre at Marapadi, the Urban Training Centre at Peruvazhikadavu, and adopted areas within Arumanai, Thiruvattar and Ponmanai Panchayat. Students engage with real-world health issues, participate in national health programs and apply contemporary health technologies to deliver quality nursing care.
Prof. Mrs. Suja
M.Sc.(N)
Professor & HODObjectives & Focus
Household Surveys & Home Visits
Students conduct surveys and visit homes to assess and monitor health needs.
Health Care & School Programs
Preventive and promotive health programs in schools and community centers.
Special Clinics & Health Camps
Specialized clinics and health camps set up with local health authorities.
Health Education
Sessions for behavioral changes that promote, maintain and restore community health.
For Undergraduates
Foundation in Community Health
Foundational knowledge and understanding of Community Health Nursing.
Problem Identification
Train students to identify common health issues affecting community members.
Analytical & Solution Skills
Equip students to analyze health problems and develop interventions that protect and promote community health.
Family-Centered Care
Instill a family-centered approach focused on holistic support for individuals and families.
For Postgraduates
Team Participation
Effectively participate as members of the Community Health Team.
Emergency & Disaster Management
Assist in managing community health emergencies, epidemics and natural disasters.
Advanced Techniques
Apply recent technologies and care modalities in community health nursing.
Community Projects
Design and conduct community health projects integrating theory with practice.
Teaching & Supervision
Take on roles in teaching and supervising nurses and allied health workers in community settings.
Research Activities
Students are introduced to research methodology and encouraged to conduct community research projects under faculty guidance — addressing pressing health issues and contributing to evidence-based practice.
Academic Focus
Ethical, value-based learning through case studies; effective use of audio-visual aids in health education; field visits that expose students to real-world community health; and observance of public health days to reinforce preventive health awareness.
Conferences & CNE
In collaboration with the Academic Forum, the department runs regular Continuing Nursing Education programs — keeping faculty and students up to date with advances in nursing practice, public health initiatives and best practices in community care.
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Health Care Where It Matters Most
From rural panchayats to urban neighbourhoods, our students deliver care, education and hope — the heart of community health nursing.