Nursing in India
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Nursing in India is the practice of providing care for patients, families, and communities in that nation to improve health and quality of life.
History
There is evidence of institutionalised hospitals and nursing in India going back to the 5th century BC.[1]
Florence Nightingale
In 1854 (in Crimean war), when women nurses were considered as rare, Florence Nightingale shows her ability in nursing. Works of Florence results in formation of Royal Commission. Army Medical School was established in year 1857.[4] She established "Nightingale School for nurses". In 1907, she gained "The Order of Merit" by the King.
19th century
In 1871, the first school of nursing was started in
Four female superintendents and four trained nurses from
In 1897,
Qualifications
The Indian Nursing Council recognises several levels of nurses:[6]
- Auxiliary Nurse & Midwife (R.ANM) - 10+2 years schooling + 2 years training + exam
- General Nursing & Midwifery (RN & RM) - 3 and 1/2 years years + exam or B.Sc (Basic)
- various additional qualifications and specialisations, including postgraduate studies.
See also
References
Further reading
- Wilkinson, Alice (1958). A brief history of nursing in India and Pakistan. Delhi: Trained Nurses’ Association of India.