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Medwin College of Nursing is a sister concern of Medwin Hospitals, located in the very heart of Hyderabad (Nampally). Over the years, Medwin has earned a name for itself in healthcare and today, it is the leading name in South India. This 350-bed super speciality hospital with over 40 divisions has many firsts to its name. Setting new benchmarks has become a way of life at Medwin.

FOREWORD

Nursing is a continually evolving discipline with a unique body of knowledge. Nursing knowledge is advanced through the application of critical thinking, the development and testing of theories, and the conduct and utilization of nursing research. Hence, it is a profession where a person not only gets theoretical but also practical job satisfaction. Not only is it financially secure, but also good performance and dedication in this field can fetch career aspirant international exposure and fame. The professionals in this field can reach the higher rungs of career ladder in appropriate time, but the students should opt for Nursing as their profession after having the concerned degree in hand.

And Medwin College of Nursing is the right place for nursing profesion aspirants to take off. With the team of Medwin Hospitals right at hand, the students get enough practical training. Exposure to the healthcare segment at Medwin is an asset considering that the students are exposed to world-class equipment and hands-on experience.

It is not difficult for a raw student to emerge as a proficient nurse with the affectionate support of Medwin Hospitals` dedicated team of doctors, lecturers, professors and staff, and above all the management.

MISSION

The mission of the Medwin College of Nursing is to advance the science and practice of the profession by creating an environment conductive to learning, scholarly enquiry and the development of innovative community partnerships. The Medwin College of Nursing id working towards achieving national recognition for its contribution to improving healthcare.

PHILOSOPHY AND VALUES

The Medwin College of Nursing is committed to improving the health and well-being of all people by anticipating and responding to changing professional, social, technical and economic demands. Nursing is a humanistic profession that enhances the quality of life by promoting health, preventing illness, supporting rehabilitation following illness and providing care for persons at the tag end of life. All individuals are entitled to healthcare and the right to participate in making healthcare decisions.

The Medwin College of Nursing believes in:

  1. Culturally diverse learning communities that foster creativity and innovation.
  2. Intellectually stimulating environments that promote excellence in critical thinking, academic performance and clinical practice.
  3. Open and Trusting environment where individuals can communicate freely and experience mutual respect.
  4. Development, dissemination and application of knowledge to address societal health care issues.
  5. Partnership in practice, education and research that enhances the health of all people.
  6. Judicious application of technology to advance knowledge and healthcare delivery.
  7. Shared governance, decision development and life-long learning.
  8. Commitment to the overall mission and goals of the college.

AIMS and OBJECTIVES

  1. To train nurses to serve the sick with tender care and compassion.
  2. To provide the necessary theoretical knowledge and practical skills to enable them to give comprehensive care to patients in all types of illnesses.
  3. To develop in the trainees, personal and intellectual qualities essential to be "Nurses par excellence".
  4. To offer oppurtunity to girls to take up nursing as a profession, so that they can follow a financially secure career on completion of their training.
  5. To assist students in their professional growth.
  6. To enable them to function and stand out in the society as morally good individuals, citizens and nurses, spreading the values they have imbibed in the school.
  7. To help the students to work in mutual co-operation with medical and paramedical personnel and to participate in the various healthcare programs for promotion of community health.

ADMISSION PROCEDURE and COURSE DETAILS

  1. Admission is open to candidates from all parts of India.
  2. Admissions are held once a year in the month of June.
  3. The Prospectus and the Application Form may be obtained from the
    Principal, Medwin College of Nursing,
    Medwin Hospitals, "B" block,
    Raghava Ratna Towers,
    Chiragali Lane,
    Hyderabad - 500 001.
  4. Duly filled-in application forms should reach the office of the Director, Academics, at the above address on or before the specified date.
  5. The duration of the course is 4 years. The candidates will be required to sign an undertaking to do the internship for one year on successful completion of the course. They must also give a bond to work in Medwin Hospitals for one year after internship, during which period, an honorarium of stipend per month will be given.
  6. The medium of instruction in the college is ENGLISH only.

QUALIFICATION CRITERIA

  1. The minimum educational required is a pass certificate in Intermediate Examination or its equivalent, preferably in science.
  2. Unmarried/Divorced/widow without encumbrances between the age of 17 and 25 years are eligible. Upper age limit is relaxable by 3 years in the case if SC/ST candidates.
  3. A certificate of physical fitness from a registered medical practitioner is to be enclosed with the application.
  4. Good knowledge of English is essential. Students are required to learn Telugu to attain a working knowledge for dealing with the patients during their practical training.
  5. The completed application form should be submitted along with photostat copies of the following:
    a. Intermediate pass certificate or its equivalent.
    b. The memorandum of marks obtained in Intermediate or its equivalent examination.
    c. Conduct certificate from the Principal of the college last attended.
    d. Certificate of any other education qualification.
    e. Certificate of physical fitness from a registered medical practitioner.
    f. Four copies of recent passport size photographs.

NOTE:- Original certificates should not be sent along with the application form. Receipt of an application form does not imply acceptance of the candidate for admission.

SELECTION CRITERIA

The selection commitee will scrutinize each application. Performance in the Intermediate examination will be the basis for preliminary selection. Provisionally selected candidates will be called for an interview. The date and place of interview wil be intimated to the candidates by post. At the time of interview the candidates are also required to sit for an entrance examination. Criteria for final selection will be based on:

  1. Marks obtained in the entrance examination.
  2. Higher qualifications, if any.
  3. Health status of the candidate.
  4. Personal interview.
  5. Guidelines prescribed by N.T.R.University of Health Sciences, Vijayawada.

The fee amount should be paid by the student at the time of admission to the cashier by
crossed "a/c payee" DD, drawn in favour of "Medwin Hospitals, Hyderabad".

COURSE DETAILS

Syllabus and the general course outline will be as prescribed by the Indian Nursing Council & NTR University. Any changes notified by them will be incorporated immediately for compliance. Classroom lectures and clinical instructions will be delivered by experts in different specialised fields.

Address: Raghava Ratna Towers, Nampally, Hyderabad, Telangana 500001
Phone: 098495 24365