Annual Report

     I give thanks to the LORD with my whole heart; I recount all your wonderful deeds. I’m glad and exult in you; I sing praise to your name, O Most High."Psalms 9: 1,2. Greetings from Annammal College & School of Nursing I thank Lord Almighty for all his grace & blessings during the academic year 2022-2023.
    Annammalcollege of nursing was started in the academic year 2007 which is run by Austin Memorial Charitable and Educational Trust. This trust is formed on the memory of the visionary late Mr.J.Austin with the motto of “Love your neighbour as you love yourself”. The academic year 2022-2023 has documented various incredible developments in our institution headed by our honourable secretary Dr.J.A.Jayalal and our chairman Dr.Sheeba Jayalal, through their knowledge of excellence in education and practice. I want to express my earnest gratitude to our trustees, Dr.Jeyaraj, , Dr. Adlin Jayachandra,Dr.Jekin,Jeffin & ourAdministrative Officer Mrs.Hazlin Linnet.
    Annammal College of Nursing is an institute with total commitment to quality and excellence in academic pursuits. We groom our students, not only in the field of discipline, but also broaden their mindsets and create positive attitude. We are establishing a sustainable professional learning community to continually look for improvements and innovative teaching strategies to support students for their full potentials. We are in path of preparing students for comprehensive learning and Global Placement. We are currently training 197 B.Sc. (N) students 14 M.Sc. (N)students,30 PBBSc students,133 DGNM students and 4 DMLT students.
    The vision of our institution is to motivate and equip the students with nursing aptitudes in the rural areas so as to empower them and to bring up the standards of society and thereby achieve physical, mental, social and spiritual health of the people.
    The mission of our College is to provide Accessible, Affordable High Quality Education to diverse students for the development of nurse practitioners at all entries of practice.     The main objective of Annammal College of Nursing is to impart the health care facilities with human face and instill the attitude of providing tender loving care with empathy and compassion to the needy and sick people .     Our students have made commendable achievements in their academics. For the academic year 2022-2023 M.Sc. (N)-II & I Years got 100% result& all batches of B.Sc. (N) students got 98%,DGNM got 98% result& DMLT got 100% results and most of them got first class with distinction. APPLIED ANATOMY &PHYSIOLOGY – 4,APPLIEDPSYCHOLOGY & SOCIOLOGY– 8 BSc (N) – Ist YEAR
ANATOMY&PHYSIOLOGY – 3,PSYCHOLOGY – 2,MICROBIOLOGY - 11,NURSING FOUNDATION - 32 MEDICAL SURGICAL NURSING –5,CET – 3,SOCIOLOGY – 5,PHARMACOLOGY, PATHOLOGY & GENETICS – 1,COMMUNITY HEALTH NURSING – 5 OBG – 9,COMMUNITH HEALTH NURSING – 8,NURSING MANAGEMENT -6 NURSING EDUCATION – 3,SPECIALITY – 3,RESEARCH & STATISTICS – 1 DISSERTATION
MEDICAL SURGICAL NURSING - 3,OBG – 1 NUTRITION&DIETETICS – 1,PSYCHOLOGY – 1,CHILD HEALTH NURSING – 1
MICROBIOLOGY – 1,ENGLISH – 1 SOCIOLOGY – 2,MENTAL HEALTH NURSING – 1,COMMUNITH HEALTH NURSING – 4 BIO-SCIENCE – 3,BEHAVIOURAL SCIENCE – 1,NURSING FOUNDATION – 5 MEDICAL SURGICAL NURSING -II – 3,MENTAL HEALTH NURSING – 2,CHILD HEALTH NURSING – 3 OBG – 1 LIFE SKILL -1,ENGLISH – 1,ANATOMY&PHYSIOLOGY -2     Amidst the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic our nursing students have emerged as the heroes of unprecedented crisis. They were actively involved at the front line of patient care in ourhospital, and Govt hospital kuzhithurai . Our students’pivotal role in battling corona was highly appreciated.     Various festivals such as Onam, Christmas, Diwali and Pongal were celebrated in College to bring the students close to each other’s cultural beliefs and tradition to develop respect and understanding for each other’s customs and traditions.     All students of Annammal College & School of Nursing are expected to participate in various professional activities, conferences and scientific sessions organized by the Association. Membership is compulsory, on admission both at the local (branch/ unit) and national levels.
    All studentwere enrolled as members of Student Body Association at the institutional level. The executive body of the association is elected by voting after filling in the nominations from different Students affairs (Hostel, Mess, Discipline,Health Care, Studies) and co-curricular activities are coordinated and organized by different committees under the guidance of faculty members. The executive body of the association met together and planned the activities for the whole year under the guidance of SNA President Dr. Adlin Shinija, Principal & SNA Advisor Mrs. Divya, Professor. Some of the committees under SNA are the Health , Sports,Cultural & Entertainment, Publication, Fellowship/ Spiritual, Literary, Moral committees.
   During the college hours students were given regular sports hour during which they were given the opportunity to play outdoor games. Even in hostel, indoor games such as carom & chess and outdoor games badminton, tennikoit etc. are available. Sports kit for playing outdoor games such as cricket, basketball, throw ball, badminton etc. has been provided to the students.
   We have nominated 2 BSc (N)students, 1 MSc (N) student for receiving scholarship from central SNA Unit. From our college 1 student ie, Ms. Reeja wills from I MSc is selected for receiving Rs. 24,000/- from the central level.
   30th SNAI Biennial conference 2023 ,the zonal level meeting & competitions were organized at Dr.Jayasekharan college of Nursing. Students from our college also participated for the conference and competitions. Then the state level competitions were organized at Dharan College of Nursing . Students from our college has also participated with SNA Advisor.
   Fire mock drill was organized for the students from Kuzhithurai fire station on 12th January 2023 under the guidance of fire officer Mr.Chandran& team
   Pongal celebration was organized at our campus on 13th January2023. Students of all batches were prepared the Pongal traditionally. Best one was chosen and awarded with prizes.
   On National Voter’s Day , voter’s day pledge was taken by all the eligible voters in the campus.
   Republic day was also celebrated by organizing elocution competition in 3 languages, fancy dress and rangoli competition with patriotic spirit. Our belowed Chaiman Dr. Sheeba Jayalal has hoisted the national flag.
   The TNAI Tamil Nādu Branch has organized competitions to commemorate International Women’s Day. Students from our college also participated in slogan writing, Doodle art, short film making & Debate competition.
   SALT (Student Advocacy & Leadership Training) VIIIth Zonal meeting was arranged at CBH CON on 13th April. vice president & secretary were joined for the meeting.
   International Nurses Day was commemorated on 12.5.23 by project works on BLS Training, First aid training and helping the needy by providing a sewing machine to a poor family at Padanthalumoodu.
   Seminar on Self Empowerment was organized on 15th May 2023 with the TNNMC credit hours of 5& National conference on Safe Patient Handling was conducted on 19th December 2023 with the TNNMC credit hours of 5.
   Youth meet was arranged for the students on 4th August at Lakshmi Narayana Mandapam, Marthandam.
   Independence day was also celebrated by organizing elocution competition in 3 languages, fancy dress and rangoli competition with patriotic spirit. Our belowed Chaiman Dr. Sheeba Jayalal has hoisted the national flag.Onamfestival was celebrated on 24th August 2023.Students performed various events like Thiruvathira, Onappattu, Athappoo, Onaitheehyam and Ona Sadhya was arranged for the students
   International Yoga Day was celebrated with a workshop on Yoga by the guidance of Yoga Trainer Mr. Krishna Raj.
   All the important national and international days were celebrated in our college by organizing Role play, Health screening, Seminar, skit, symposium, villupattu etc.
   Teacher's day was celebrated on 15th September 2023 by the students of all batches. Students have organized different games for the teachers& the winners were awarded with prizes.
   FMPB meeting was conducted on 28th October to enrich the student’s spirituality.
   Students day celebration wasorganized on 16th October by the staff of Annammal family, different games & programmes were arranged for entertaining the students.
   Diwali also celebrated by conducting competitions like Rangoli
   Last outgoing batch were arranged thanks giving ceremony on 18th October & On the same day , III Year BSc Nursing Students were arranged Farewell party for them.
   Seminar on Antiragingwas organized on 24th November by Kuzhithurai Taluk Legal Aid Service for all the students of Annammal Family.
   On behalf of International Day of Persons with Disabilities, students of Annammal College and School of Nursing and Rotaract club visited a person named Ms.Mary with Disability near to Thiruthuvapuram on 05/12/2023. From SNA, the students had given a Financial Aid of Rs.1000/- to the disabled person.
   Carols competition was conducted at Christian CON, Neyyoor on 25th November.One group from our college also participated.
   YMCA organized competitions like Villupattu, Carols on 2nd December for the students. Students from our college were participated and won the first prize in Villupattu& 3 rd for Carols.
   In order to exhibit the talents of the students, cultural competitions were conducted for the students on 2nd December & 16th December. The best one received theaward .
   On behalf of Christmas, competitions like greeting card making, Carols, Lantern Making, Star preparation, crib & Christmas tree making was conducted for students. The best one was selected& awarded.
   Academic achievers of every year are also awarded with medals.
   Through these activities, students gained not only knowledge on subject but also developed social and communication skills, self- confidence and leadership skills which will help them in professional upliftment.
   Our Institution has dedicated team of faculties who takes the job responsibility role in every aspect to bring decorum within and outside the campus in all academic and non-academic matters. Every working Saturday, the staff were presenting innovative topics to kindle the mind with the new updates on evidence-based practice

Maintained minutes of the faculty meetings

Organized staff motivational / recreational/ spiritual activities such as Picnics, Retreat etc.

Provided opportunities for attending various workshops, seminars,symposiums, and conferences conducted by various institutions and agencies in and outside the locality /state.

Counseling of students on admission and as per the need of the learner

   The students are getting financial assistance through scholarships in the category of SC, ST, BC.&Pudumai penn.18 students received first graduation scholarship, 25 students claimed SC scholarship and 30 students have received BC scholarship,38 students received pudumai penn scholarship during the last academic year.
   Our institution has membership with various voluntary organizations including National Service Scheme, Youth Red Cross, Red Ribbon, Rotary,Ys Youth International and CMAI which was directed by able handed faculties.
   Various committees are functioning within our institution to look after many of the proceedings including Staff welfare committee, Student welfare committee,Anti ragging committee, Curricular committee, Selection committee Health committee, Hostel welfare committee, Disciplinary committee, Environmental sanitation committee, Spiritual committee, Journal club, Science club, Tamil literary committee, English literary committee, Sports committee, Gardening committee, Library committee ,Grievance committee. Moral education committee ,Cultural committee & Internal compliance committee .The committees help the students to maintain professional modesty, update knowledge and unveil their talents in all the aspects.
   Our institution has a good Zealous spiritual team. We carryout daily prayer, special prayer and monthly fasting prayer.
   We have alumni association with the active participation of our alumni students.An interactive link in the college website has been created where, our alumni can post their request, suggestions, job opportunities as part of continuous interaction process with our alumni.
   * Free consultation and distribution of medicine in health centre Melpuram.
   * Mass health education program ,home visit ,self health group services &helping hand at community level.
   * Public awareness rallies on National,International health days.
   The department of Medical Surgical Nursing is a broad specialty of nursing strives to transmit in-depth knowledge related to adult health nursing including geriatrics. The educational mission of the department is to develop exception nurses in nursing profession. The clinical service of the department includes clinical supervision of students, patient care, health education and research activities. The success of our department is team work. The department is equipped with highly qualified and dedicated staffs to impart knowledge to the students by various teaching strategies.
   •On 12th January 2023, a fire mock drill was conducted in our campus for all the students by the government fire service department. All the students had an opportunity to learn about various disaster management.•On behalf of World Cancer Day 4th February 2023 health talk was led in GH about Warning signs of cancer.On World Kidney Day, Our College students visited a Chronic Kidney Disease patient in GH Dialysis Unit on 12/03/2023 and provided fund for one patient.•On behalf of World TB Day 24/03/2023 awareness programme regarding prevention of Respiratory disease was conducted in cashew nut factory.On World Health Day 2023,memorizing the 75th anniversary, a rally was organized on 7/04/2023 from College campus to Vettuveni with the theme Health for All.On World Hemophilia Day 17/04/2023 poster presentation was conducted regarding the theme and prizes were distributed.
   On world Hand hygiene day, to insist the importance of hand washing, all students demonstrated hand washing steps and best performances were awarded.•On 28/07/2023 World Hepatitis day was celebrated in our college campus. Students presented case study related to liver diseases. The best presenter was rewarded.•Handouts were distributed to create public awareness on World Organ donation Day 13/08/2023.Behalf of World Heart day, Education about warning signs of Heart disease was given to all the patients bystanders on 29/09/2023.On World Pneumonia Day 12/11/2023 Breathing exercise was demonstrated to all the respiratory illness patents in GH.Prevention of respiratory illness heath talk cum discussion was performed on 15/11 2023 in regard to World COPD Day.
   In order to enhance and update the recent knowledge in Medical Surgical Nursing regular CNE classes and demonstration were carried out by our faculties. Monthly departmental meetings were held under the HOD to implement uniformity in clinical teaching and practice.
   Obstetrics and Gynecological Nursing department aims to ensure quality education to the students, in order to provide comprehensive and holistic nursing care to the mother and newborn including women with gynecological problems. Department provides courses in Obstetrical and Gynecological Nursing with theoretical and practical elements to undergraduate and postgraduate students with necessary skills and knowledge to provide comprehensive maternal and child care. It has continued its longstanding tradition of delivering the best, evidenced based care available to the women and pushing the boundaries of research in women’s health. Working with the other departments, we strive to be a leader in patient care, innovative research and obstetric and gynecologic education while promoting excellence in all areas that support women's health.
    The students undergoing training in this specialty will be able to acquire overall skill to function as midwives focusing evidence based practice both in the Hospital and Community.

To develop methods to monitor and evaluate midwifery skills of the faculty and students.

To demonstrate competency in maternity skills which promote quality care to the women and child.

To demonstrate ethical in practice and research.

To communicate effectively with diverse audiences, especially with low –income families with limited access to quality health services.

   “We are continuously re- evaluating our place in women’s health and the community while discovering ways to recharge and deepen our commitment to quality, research, training the next generation and leadership in the face of change.”

First-rate educational opportunities were provided by our efficient and eminent faculty.

Clinical experience was obtained from our parent hospital, Government Hospital Kuzhithurai and Rathna Memorial Hospital,Swamiyarmadam.

Simulation activities are carried out to show the eventual real effects of mechanism of labour.

Vivid educational conferences, seminars and workshops were conducted with active participation of students.

Student research activities was conducted in the core areas of women’s health,reproductive health, high risk pregnancy, neonatal care and related health areas pertaining to women and newborns.

Ensured effective and efficient services to our student community and enable them to function as educators, managers and researchers in the field of Maternity Nursing.

International Women’s day was celebrated on 05/03/2023 by conducting a Fancy dress competition.

Safe motherhood Day was observed on 11/04/2023 by providing health talk to the mothers on the topic safe motherhood.

Breast feeding week was commemorated during the first week of August by our BSc Nursing students by creating awareness programme on breast feeding and its importance.

Breast cancer awareness month was observed by conducting various health education talks and demonstrated Breast Self Examination in the nearby village.

World prematurity day was observed by providing health education on prevention of infection in preterm babies to the mothers.

   The Department of Child Health Nursing is concerned with the health of infants,children and adolescents, their growth and development and the attainment of full potential as an adult. It aims to impart quality education in the field of child care at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels and to contribute quality care for all children. Through the Child Health Nursing course, it intends to prepare the students in the acquisition of advanced and in-depth knowledge,efficient client care skills and the right attitude in the day to day clinical practice of caring for children. The department prepares the students to plan and initiate innovative changes in the care of sick children.
   The department conducts seminars, to further enrich the knowledge and practice of the staff and students. Innovative teaching methods like panel discussions,group discussions, role plays, quiz, exhibitions and procedure demonstrations to make teaching-learning more active in the class room, clinical field and community.
   The students have gained their curriculum training in GH Kuzhithurai, Moses Mathias Hospital,Nagercoil& Augustiar muni Child Care Hospital, Vellamadam.
   With a view to reach out its services to the community, the department celebrates occasions like Newborn Week by giving awareness to the primi mothers regarding the newborn care with the help of pamphlets and flash cards and Children’s Day by organizing community centered activities for the benefit of students.National Deworming day was remembered on 10th February. Health talk was arranged at GH and it was delivered by our students. Immunization day was celebrated by conducting visit to PHC Edaikkodu by the DGNM Students.Breast feeding week was recalled by conducting the awareness programme at GH regarding the importance of breast feeding.On behalf of Newborn care week,awareness programmeconducted to educate parents on how to look after their infants. Poster presentation competition was conducted to commemorate polio awareness week.ORS Preparation demonstration was arranged on behalf of ORS Day. Students done research, both at undergraduate and postgraduate level, which makes learning and practice more evidence based. Our department has sent an article in TNNMC Journal and it was published on March 2023. Organized in-service educational programmes and observational visits to Mentally & Physically challenged school for children, orphanage, Anganwadi which reinforce and promote integrated learning.We the department of child health nursingattained 100% result with distinction & first class.
   Conclusion:We as a department thank the Lord Almighty, Management,Principal, and other departmental staff for their constant guidance and support for the successful functioning.
    Mental Health Nursing department is under experienced and dedicated faculty render quality education for the undergraduates & post graduate students to assist them in developing expertise and in depth understanding in the field of psychiatric nursing. Helped the students to render care to the client as a holistic individual and develop skills to function as an educator, manager and researcher in the field of psychiatric nursing.

On 11th March 2023, No Smoking Day was observed. Health talk given byIII year B.Sc (N) students regarding ill effects of smoking.

World Disabled Day was observed on 15th March2023. Elocution competition was conducted for all the batches and winners were appreciated.

World Elder Abuse Awareness day was observed on 15th June 2023.Awareness programme was arranged at GH Kuzhithurai. Elderly and their family members were gathered and education given regarding importance of prevention, isolation and spotting warning signs of abuse.

World Suicide Prevention day was observed on 10th September 2023.Awareness programme was organized in government school Kuzhithurai with the theme of “Creating hope through action”. Students from Standard 11 and 12 have participated.

On behalf of World Alzheimer’s Day, awareness and memory training programme was conducted on 21st September 2023 at old age home Pilankalai and Emmaus Rehabilitation center for mentally ill women.

World Mental Health Day was celebrated on 10th October 2023. “Quiz”competition was conducted within the college based on the theme “Mental Health is an universal human right”. Students were actively participated and winners were appreciated.

On the occasion of International Day of person with disabilities, , 3rd December 2023, college has identified an underprivileged disabled person from Nariyanvilai village. Reassured the client & as a token of love Rs.1000/- has provided from SNA unit.

   As our practices are moving towards Community oriented, we the Community Health Nursing department prepares our students to meet the everchanging challenges of society. Our department has upgraded the skills, promoted in-depth knowledge and developed positive attitude in various aspects towards current trends in community health. During Community posting, students have identified and solved various health problems in the community through innovative and cost effective strategies. The Department regularly organizes Household surveys, School health programme, Health projects, Mass campaigns, home visits, Health awareness programs, Camps, Helping the needy in the rural areas.
   National Girl Child Day was observed on 24th January 2023, Drawing competition was conducted for the students with the theme “Digital generation,our generation”.
   On behalf of World Leprosy Day, Best out of Waste competition was conducted on 26th January 2023 for all the batches and winners were appreciated.
   February 10th, National Deworming Day was remembered by giving Health Talk on Prevention of Worm Infestation to the Community people.
   On 22nd March 2023, World Day for Water was organized by conducting Poster Presentation and best poster was awarded.
   Our II PBBSc(N), IV BSc(N), and III DGNM students conducted Mass Awareness Programme at Government High School, Melpuram. Health assessment was conducted and educated the students about the early detection, treatment and prevention of Anemia through skit, puppet show on Worm Infestation, health teaching and Mime on Ill effects of Mobile Addiction.
   Our IV BSc(N) students conducted research and mini projects in Palliyadi and Melpuram Community area.World Malaria Day was remembered on 25th April 2023, Community awareness programme was given through Villupattu to the public.On June 6th 2023, World Environmental Day was celebrated by conducting Slogan writing competition and best one was appreciated.In rural community, our Students helped the needy by providing vegetables, planted saplings as a token of kindness.World Rabies Day was observed on 28th September 2023,Health Talk was given to public
   We are thankful to God Almighty for his guidance and blessings. I take this opportunity to express my sincere thanks to Management, Principal, Staffs and Students for their constant support, dedication and encouragement to perform such activities.
   Our placement cell is functioning under well experienced faculties with the guidance of management.
   1.New building for college.
   2.Enhancement of seats to 100 for Bsc(N).
   I shall be failing in my duty,if I do not thank our dedicated management,our administrative officer and supporting staff.I express my indebtedness to all who were helped in raising the institution where it stands today.I wish, let us all work together to create a campus that will provide each student with the positive support towards the marvelous success by creating rich experiences, challenging projects, high academic achievements and inspired learners prepared to thrive in the twenty first century. I welcome all the aspirants to join their hands with us for their academic journey to turn out as a successful nursing professional.My whole hearted thanks to all parents who have been in touch with us during the year &their valuable suggestion helped us to improve.
   

We can, we will, we are one team.

     It’s wonderful to see such amazing gathering once in ahappy year. Today we all have gathered here for the 13th Lamp lighting and 9thgraduation day celebration. “It is the time to chill, to cheer, to shine, to inspire and to be inspired”. The beauty of service is that it deals with human lives.The lives of people whom we so preciously revere and tent to with the unmatchable profession that we nurture. Nursing is truly the art of arts and noblest of all profession. With the evolution and progress made in our profession ,we here in ACON not only look to prepare and shape professionals to meet the growing global need in terms of advancement in science in the field of nursing and health but also deeply feel the need to prepare humans for humans,the core and the essence of our society.
    Annammalcollege of nursing was started in the academic year 2007-2008 which is run by Austin Memorial Charitable and Educational Trust. This trust is formed on the memory of the visionary late Mr.J.Austin with the motto of “Love your neighbour as you love yourself”.Over the devoted and honest direction of our Honourable Secretary Dr.J.A.Jayalal and our Chairman Dr.SheebaJayalal, Our College attempts to be an impartial, active and collaborative learning community that makes a difference to education and Human development through quality in teaching, scholarship and service. Our team collegiality and cooperation is our strength to undertake many of our missions. I extend my sincere gratefulness to the Trustees Mr.Jeyaraj, Mrs.Jayalatha,Dr. AdlinJeyachandra,Dr.Jekkin Sharon, Administrative Officer Mrs.Hazlin Linnet, Vice Principal Mrs.Margrat, Senior faculties and all the teaching and non-teaching faculties for the dedicated services.
    ACON has been formally approved by Govt of TN.The college is affliated to the TN Dr.MGR Medical university Chennai and has been recognized by INC ,Delhi and Tamilnadu Nurses and Midwives council. We are hereby proud to say that the college has grown in leaps and bounds. we are indeed proud to say that 10 successful batches of students have completed their cource .All the students have got placements after the completion of their course and many of the students have got placed in the country and also abroad.The college has made a good forward walk to appear in the progressive and modern face in the nursing arena.
    Our institution has always provided its students with a healthy and fairly competitive environment to help them grow in every sphere of activity, be it academics, sports or any other extra-curricular role. We have given equal opportunities to all our students so that they realize their true potential and get ready to face the outer world once they complete their studies.
    Students have also made commendable achievements in their academics. Most of our students got distinction in various subjects. For the last academic year our M.Sc(N) students got 98% result, B.Sc(N) with 92 pass percentage, P.B.B.Sc(N) with 100 % result and DGNM with 98 % result.
    The institution seeks to make qualitative contribution to health care through training personal who are dedicated to the healing ministry.     Our institution has membership with various voluntary organisations including National Service Scheme, Youth Red Cross, Red Ribbon, Rotary and CMAI which was directed by able handed faculties.     Various committees are functioning within our institution to look after many of the proceedings including Staff welfare committee, Student welfare committee, Anti ragging committee, Curricular committee, Health committee, Hostel welfare committee, Disciplinary committee, Environmental sanitation committee, Spiritual committee, Journal club, Science club, Tamil literary committee, English literary committee, Sports committee, Gardening committee, Library committee. The committees help the students to maintain professional modesty, update knowledge and unveil their talents in all the aspects.     Around 19 papers has been published by our faculties in both Index and non-indexed journals.     Our institution is one of the nodal centre. Nursing ethics are taught as a part of curriculum,Institutional ethical committee has constituted, Research projects for post graduate theses clearance is done by the ethical clearance committee,Faculty from institutional ethical committeeattented bio-ethicon conference at SRM university Chennai.     Health awareness programme were arranged for elderly at old age home pilankalai and Munchirai,Health checkup and health education programme were arranged in PHC,Melpuram.     * Free consultation and distribution of medicine in health centre Melpuram.
    * Mass health education program ,home visit ,self health group services at community level.
    * Public awareness rallies on National,International health days.     The 3rd Alumni Meet was held on April 22nd by welcoming them with a Flash mob. The Alumni Association Meet marked a high moment of rejoicement& reunion for 38 alumni of the college cherished the wonderful moments spent in the college.     The Department of Medical Surgical Nursing provides courses related to adult nursing as well as advanced nursing practice within the framework of the curriculum of TamilnaduDr.MGR Medical university, Chennai and the Indian Nursing council (INC).
    The department provides student centred teaching and learning in conducive atmosphere for hands on experience that helps the students to gain confidence in their nursing knowledge, skills and attitudinal practice. The faculty of the department focuses on the students’ knowledge, skills and altitudinal acquisition to meet the demands of changing patient demographics, disease severity and complexities in health care technologies.     The family members and their concerns are equally looked at when it comes to caring for patients in the critical care unit. Scope of practice in medical surgical nursing is evidence based in terms of procedural aspects and also the patient care. The subject is well thought and put across in second and third year B.Sc. nursing,Ist year Ppbsc nursing,Ist and IIND yrMsc nursing and DGNM IIyr to cover the entire health system concerns logically. The course offers opportunity for students to learn adult health problems including geriatrics so as to equip with the understanding of providing comprehensive care.
    1.21-3-19 World Tuberculosis day celebrated in collaboration with EdaicodePHC.Competitions conducted like elocution,logo making,song,pencil drawing.winners were rewarded with prizes.
    2.2-5-19 World Asthma day – celebrated at Kuzhithurai cashew nut factory based on the theme –STOP ASTHMA.
   3.3-5-19 workshop conducted on equipments in ccu .Around 43 participants from various colleges attended the workshop and benefited.
    4.8-5- 19 world Thalassemia day.Behalf of WTD power point presentation was done by the students.
    5.14—19 world Hypertension day- collage making competition conducted on diet for hypertension.
    6.26-7-19 world Hepatitis day- vegetable carving competition conducted.
   7.21-9-19 world Alzheimer’s day- visited old age home pilankalai. skit ,villupattu, health talk performed by students. Games conducted for old age people and winners were awarded with prizes.
  8.30-9-19 world heart day- behalf of world heart day rally conducted from college to GH Kuzhithurai followed by health talk was given at Kuzhithurai GH.
   9.World sight day – face painting and mehanthi competition conducted behalf of world sight day.
  10.World Arthritis day – visited oldage home Munchirai- students performed skit,villupattu,dance followed by games conducted for old age people, winners were awarded with prizes.
  11.World diabetes day – programme started with Marathon from Melpuram to Block office cum Health camp conducted at Melpuram. Around 48 patients benefited.
 12.6-11-19 Behalf of lung cancer awareness, health talk was given for workers at cashew factory,unnamalaikadai.
  13.20-11-19-behalf of COPD day awareness programme conducted at olavilai-based on the theme-Altogether to end COPD.     The Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecological Nursing takes pride in quality teaching. It provides courses in Obstetrical and Gynaecological nursing with theoretical and practical elements to diploma, undergraduate, post basic and postgraduate students.We prepare our graduates and postgraduates with necessary skills and knowledge to provide comprehensive maternal and child care.
    Breast feeding week was celebrated during the month of August from 1-7 with the theme Empower Parents, Enable Breast Feeding. Awareness programme was carried out in Government Hospital, Kuzhithurai by giving health talk regarding breast feeding.
    World Breast cancer awareness month was celebrated during the month of October . Mass awareness programme was conducted in Unnamalaikadai village. Skit and puppet show was performed by the students regarding the prevention of Breast Cancer. Health talk was given in relation to Breast Self Examination.
    Newborn week celebration was conducted during the month of November. Health talk was given regarding the Newborn care, Immunization and Breast feeding.     We prepare our graduates and postgraduates with necessary skills and knowledge to provide comprehensive child care based on recent trends. It has concentrated on delivering evidenced based care to the children and pushing the boundaries of research in children’s health. Working with the other departments, we also rendering in patient care, innovative research and and education while promoting excellence in all areas that support children's health.     As a part of curriculum, students were entertained with field trip to enrichment of their practice. Our students went to SanthiNilayam, a special school for mentally challenged and gained knowledge regarding their activities.
    With a view to reach out its services to the community, Newborn week was commemorated during the 3rd week of November 2019 by our Bsc Nursing students with conducting of awareness programme to the primi mothers regarding the newborn care with the help of pamphlets and flash cards. On behalf of world children’s day on November 14th ,2019 clay modeling competition was conducted for the students based on the theme.
    World prematurity day was observed by conducting poster exhibition competition for the students based on the theme November 22nd ,2019.Immunization week was observed by conducting awareness programme with flash cards, posters and charts on last week of April.     Community Health Nursing is the specialty that prepares the students to meet the ever changing challenges of society. Community Health Nursing course orients the students to the concept of positive health and successful living and focuses on the families in the community and population groups with health risks.
    The students identify and solve health problems in the community through innovative and cost effective strategies of primary health care. This experience includes opportunities for participation in various National Health Programmes and an array of guided observational visits to various locations of public health importance. The Department regularly organizes household surveys, health projects, mass campaigns, home visits, school health programs etc. in the villages.
    Our II PBBSc (N), IV BSc (N), DGNM I and III students conducted Mass Awareness Programme on 31.01.2019 at Aided Higher Secondary School, Kallupallam with the health topic: ANEMIA, DENGUE FEVER and HEALHY DIET and educated the students about the early detection, treatment and prevention of disease through villupattu, skit, puppet show, health teaching and video assisted teaching.
    World No Tobacco Day was celebrated during the month of June. An in-service education was conducted in Annammal College campus, with the theme TOBACCO AND LUNG HEALTH. Our IV BSc (N) students conducted research and mini projects in Olavilai and Unnamalaikadai Primary Health Centre.      Mental health nursing department is under experienced and dedicated faculty render quality education for the undergraduates & post graduates students to assist them in developing expertise and in depth understanding in the field of psychiatric nursing.     On behalf of world no tobacco day on 10th June 2019, in-service education was organized by IV year B.Sc(N) and II year PBBSc (N) based on the theme Tobacco and lung health.
    Conducted counseling session for fresher students and students who were in need.     Organized world mental health day on 10th October 2019 at mental health centerperoorkada by III year B.Sc (N) students. The theme was working together to prevent suicide-a day for 40 seconds of action. Our student has participated rally from mental health center to perrorkada junction. Also, the theme was renowned through poster presentation at college premises by II year GNM students.     The Department of Nursing Foundation undertakes training of Undergraduate and diploma nursing students. The Department aims to provide training in basic nursing procedure which will enable the student to attain competent skills in patient care. The students are given effective training in laboratory under simulated conditions before they could perform in actual hospital settings.     First Aid Day – September 8th: On behalf of world first aid day, we have conducted a quiz competition. Students were actively participated and the winners were rewarded.
    Hand washing Day- October 15th is the global hand washing day. This year global hand washing day theme focuses on the links between hand washing andfood-including food hygiene and nutrition. On behalf of this day, programs were conducted such as dance, mime and presentation related hand washing.
  International infection prevention day- October 16th: International infection prevention day was celebrated on 16/10/2019 at govt. hospital, kuzhithurai. Students from IV year B.Sc Nursing has given health awareness related to prevention and treatment of communicable disease and immunization.
   International Quality Day- International quality day was celebrated on 14/11/2019 in coordination with the authorities of Govt. Hospital. Pledge was taken related to the quality day and the II year B.Sc nursing students has performed a drama on biomedical waste management. After that the students and staffs of G.H were divided into groups and have allotted different areas for maintaining the cleanliness.    All students are enrolled as members of Student Body Association at the institutional level. The student nurses association activities for this year commenced with the handing over ceremony in the presence of our respected Principal Prof. Mrs.AdlinShinija. General body meeting will be conducted on monthly basis to findout issues among students. We have conducted SNA election and nominated the SNA Office Bearers for 2019-2020.
   President - Prof.Mrs.AdlinShinija, Principal
   Advisor - Mrs.Divya,Associate Professor
   Vice President - Mr. Alan Sobi IV BSc (Nursing)
   Secretary - Ms.VincillinAnitta IV BSc (Nursing)
   Treasurer - Mr.Arun III BSc (Nursing)
   -Student’s day was celebrated with the remembrance of Dr.A.p.J Abdul Kalam. Various competitions were held and the winners were awarded with prizes.Journal club and science club has been conducted every first and third Saturday to update the students’ knowledge on evidenced based practice. All important days like Nurse’s day, Independence Day, Republic day, and Teacher’s day were celebrated accordingly. Students from our college were participated in state level nursing sports meet in the month of April. One of our student Mr.Arun won the first prize in running meet.
   -District nursing college competitions were organized in relation to world health day. Students from 6 different colleges were participated.
   -Cultural competitions were conducted on April 10th ,2019 at Kumarasamy college of Nursing, Kottaram. 10 participants from our college went for competition. Among them 2 of them won the first prize.
   -International Nurses day celebration were arranged based on the theme. Various programmes like mime, dance and quiz competition were conducted for the students.    1.New building for college.
   2.Enhancement of seats to 100 for Bsc(N).    All birds find shelter during the rain. But Eagle avoids rain by flying above the clouds. Problems are common, but attitude makes the difference”. - byDr.A.P.J Abdul Kalam. I have no doubt that every one of you will excel in your future roles and contribute to the future well-being of society, our nation and the world at large, but do always bear in mind that the key to success in life is not to get ahead of other people, but to get ahead of ourselves. Thanks to all the luminaries on stage for accepting our invitation and also to all the Guests and the tons of untiring efforts of faculty and students. I wish that today’s events leave an indelible mark on your memory. May god bless you all. Thank you.

     Greetings from Annammal College of Nursing I thank Lord Almighty for all his blessings during the academic year 2017-2018. I feel happy to pen down the 11th annual report of this prestigious institution. Our institution is run by Austin Memorial Charitable and Educational Trust which was established to combat the acute shortage of nurse educators and meet changing demand of qualified nurses in the health sector. Our institution emphasis planning, strong will and determination as the essential requirements to fulfill objectives and to succeed in life. The academic year 2017-2018 has documented various incredible develop-ments in our institution headed by our honourable secretary Dr.J.A.Jayalal and our chairman Dr.Sheeba Jayalal, through their knowledge of excellence in education and practice.At this instant, I want to express my earnest gratitude to our trustees, Mr.Jeyaraj, Mrs. Jayalatha, Dr. Adlin Jayachandra & our Administrative Officer Mrs, Hazlin Linnet, our former Principal Dr. Jerlin priya, Vice Principal, Senior faculties and all the teaching and non-teaching faculties. It has been eventful, challenging and exciting year with the hard work of each one of us behind the screen. My hearty congratulations to all the staffs and students who have done a dedicated service that has made our institution stand tall and committed to the ideals for which the college was founded.
    We have various programs like Diploma in Nursing, Diploma in Bio-Medical Laboratory Technology, Bachelor of science in Nursing, Post Basic Bachelor of science in Nursing and Master of science in Nursing running under one roof with the logo of "Heal us to heal others". Our institution has its inception since 2006 which stands fineness in all aspects of education. We had 10 DGNM students (2006) and 27 BSc. Nursing students (2007) in the beginning. Our Post basic BSc. Nursing course had its foundation in 2010 with 10 students and subsequently in the next year 9 MSc Nursing students had been educated. We are currently educating 8 Master of Nursing students, 189 Bachelor of Nursing students, 5 Post Basic Bachelor of Nursing students, 38 DGNM students and 5 DBMT Students. The curriculum growth of UG and PG courses indicates a continuous journey beyond the threshold of mediocrity to soar into an ever continuing explorative experi-ence in quality education. Our faculties afford particular care in the development of the imaginative, affective, and creative dimensions of each student in all aspects of the education.
    The Medical Surgical Department is a unique specialty which focuses on all the common problems of adult has been engaged in various activities throughout the year. Our department remembers all the impor tant days with regard to medical surgical nursing. Some of the recent activities were as follows: World Alzheimer's day was celebrated at DM convent, Pilankavilai with the theme "Remember Me". On behalf of World Heart Day -29th September 2018, an awareness programme was organized in PHC, Edaicode regarding the importance of lifestyle modifications.
    Behalf of Child Health Nursing department,Newborn Week was celebrated by giving awareness to the primi mothers regarding the newborn care with the help of pamphlets and flash cards. Collaborating with Edaicode PHC, our students have conducted Polio immunization camp.
    Obstetrical and Gynecological Nursing department has conducted specific activi-ties with regard to women and child health. On behalf of breast cancer awareness month, a program on the theme "HER" was conducted by Nagercoil Obstetric and Gynecological Society". On the behalf of women's day an exhibition cum health awareness programme was arranged in our hospital campus and the public got benefited with that programme.
    Mental Health department played a major role throughout the year by focusing on both academic and non-academic matters of the students. We have been conducted counselling sessions for students based on their problemsand helped in problem solving. Mental Health Day was celebrated in Mental Health Centre, Peroorkada and the same was exhibited through Posters in our College premises. Various field visits also been conducted with regard to their curriculum need.
    To update the recent information with regard to community, various mass awareness activities were carried out by community department. In collaboration with Government Medical College Asaripallam and DD Leprosy unit, Our students participated in World Leprosy Awareness Human Chain on 30th January. Tuberculosis mass awareness program was successfully conducted among the school students of R.M English Medium School, Kalluthotti. Along with Edaicode Primary Health Centre, Our students have been involved in Dengue Survey during dengue outbreak.
    Our student nurses association was headed by 5NA Advisor Mrs.Divya. We have conducted SNA election and elected the SNA Off ice Bearers for 2018-2019.
President - Prof. Mrs. Adlin Shinija Principal
Advisor - Mrs. Divya,
Associate Professor Vice President- Ms. Rajakumari IV B.Sc (Nursing)
Secretary - Ms. Sugananthi IV B.Sc (Nursing)
Treasurer - Mr. Alan Sobi III B.Sc (Nursing)
Every month SNA general body meeting has been conducted and the student's representative used to discuss the issues with regard to the students. Student's day was celebrated with the remembrance of Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam. Various competitions were held and our Chairman distributed plant saplings to the winners.
    Our students have participated various competition held by Tamil Ilakiya Mantram, Bharathiyar Culture Centre etc. Journal club and science club has been conducted every first and third saturday to update the students' knowledge on evidenced based practice. All important days like Independence Day, Republic day, and Teacher's day were celebrated on respective days.
    Various committees were functioning in our institution which has been monitored by the respective staff. The committee staff along with the respective students takes their own responsibility in maintaining the professional discipline in all aspects.
     Our institution has membership with various organizations like National Service Scheme, Youit Red Cross, Red Ribbon, Rotary and CM I. The staffs and students of the institution are the active members of TNAI and SNA.
    Our Institution has dedicated team of faculties who takes the job responsibility role in every aspect to bring decorum within and outside the campus in all academic and non-academic matters. Every working Saturday, the staff were presenting innovative topics to kindle the mind with the new updates on evidence-based practice. Each staff has been given an appraisal based on their performance in order to motivate their further growth. Our staffs and students have published various articles in journals. Many of our staff are the active participants in various conference and also been resource person in workshops and conference. The birthdays and wedding days of each staff have been remembered.
    Our institution has a good Zealous spiritual team. We carryout daily prayer, special prayer and monthly fasting prayer. Taf tee classes have been arranged for all Christian students. Every year Good Friday services has been arranged in our institu-tion. FMPB Youth meet and retreats arranged once in a year to refresh and relax the students spiritually.
    We have alumni association with the active participation of our alumni students. We are happy to inform that our alumni meet of 2019 which is planned on April 22nd to share their real-world experiences. Our alumni are doing great work in their respective domains and to raise the bar of excellence An interactive link in the college website has been created where, our alumni can post their request, sugges-tions, job opportunities as part of continu-ous interaction process with our alumni.
    Our institution produces good fruits every year. We are proud of yielding 100 percentage results of our outgoing batch 2018.We acknowledge the teamwork of our dedicated staffs. The excellent academic records of our students do not end with the results. They get translated into fruitful career in several corporate. To enable placement as an ongoing process, the college maintains interaction and collaboration with several firms to conduct campus interview. I am thankful to the management dedication and commitments of the faculty, supporting staff and disciplined students of our college. I hope that the students become more confident, academically bright and morally strong. Let us bow our head before the ALMIGHTY for HIS blessings.

    I feel it a privilege and honour to present the 10th Annual report of this prestigious Institution. Through the committed and honest guidance of our Honourable Secretary Dr.J.A.Jayalal and our Chairman Dr.SheebaJayalal, Our College strives to be an equitable, effective and interactive learning community that makes a difference to education and Human development through excellence in teaching, scholarship and service. Our team collegiality and cooperation is our strength to undertake many of our missions. It’s my pride to highlight that our Annammal family is one of the best team. I extend my sincere gratitude to the Trustees Mr.Jeyaraj, Mrs.Jayalatha, Mrs.AdlinJeyachandra, Administrative Officer Mrs.Hazlin Linnet, Vice Principal Mrs.Sujatha, Senior faculties and all the teaching and non-teaching faculties for the dedicated services.
    Our College provides learning centred experiences that faster a diverse academic community. The college promotes the efforts of participants who in concert with our educational partners, evaluate their impacts and share the results in all relevant areas.Our institution was started in the year of 2007 with motto of “Love your neighbour as you love yourself” which is run by Austin memorial charitable and educational trust. This trust is formed in the memory of the philanthropist and Visionary late Mr.J. Austin and the main aim of our institution is to motivate and equip the students with nursing aptitudes in the rural areas so as to empower them and to up bring the standards of society. The students are motivated and educated to serve and discharge their duties with love and affection.
    Our institution is recognized by the statutory bodies since the Academic year 2006. It also proves its Excellency in all aspects of academic and non-academic phases for which they have granted us to conduct all Undergraduate and Postgraduate Nursing Courses including M.Sc (N) (Medical Surgical Nursing, Child Health Nursing, Maternal Health Nursing, Community health Nursing and Mental Health Nursing), B.Sc (N), P.B.B.Sc (N) and DGNM. We are currently educating 11M.Sc Nursing Students, 180B.Sc Nursing Students, 7P.B.B.Sc Nursing Studentsand 50 DGNM students. Many of our faculties are seniors who have been with us since the origin of our institution that adds strength to accomplish the task in quicker pace. So far we have graduated 41 M.Sc (N) students, 216 B.Sc (N) students, 56 P.B.B.Sc (N) students and 88 DGNM students.They are practicing in international and national institutions including Government and Private sector.
    I am proud to note the academic achievements of our students. For the last academic year our M.Sc(N) students got 100% result, B.Sc(N) with 96 pass percentage, P.B.B.Sc(N) with 100 % result and DGNM with 100% result. Our academic year commenced from September 2015 for UG students and October 2015 for PG students and they had regular course of instructions as per INC syllabus.Students had clinical assignments in our own parent hospital which is 150 bedded well equipped, Multispecialty Hospital and it’s my great privilege and pleasure to state that our parent hospital received NABH accreditation on December 2015 and ours being the only hospital among southern zone of Tamil Nadu. We also have affiliation with other Government and private institution for speciality and community training for our students including SreeChitraThirunal for Cardio thorasic Nursing, Nimhans for Mental Health Nursing, Agasthia muni for Child Health Nursing and many more. In the clinical area they are focusing towards preventive, promotive and curative roles.Various projects have been carried out in the last academic year for identifying the prevalence of various communicable and non-communicable diseases. Faculties are actively involved in Continuing Nursing Educational activities in regular basis.
    The department ever compounded with activities throughout the year with regard to academics and research tasks. On 28th September 2015, World Rabies Day was celebrated in collaboration with English Literary Club. Pamphlet preparation competition has been conducted in the topic of Anti-Rabies Vaccine. On 1st October 2015, World Heart Day was celebrated along with Science Club. They emphasized the students in model making on Structure of Heart. On18thNovember, WorldCOPD day was celebrated along with Youth Red Cross. OHP slide making competition was conducted in the topic of Respiratory system. On 1stDecember, World AIDS day was celebrated along with Red Ribbon Club. An awareness program was conducted in ICTC centre of Government hospital,Kuzhithurai.
    In the clinical sector, the students are engaged in In-service education programs, Awareness programs, screening programs. We have our own 100 bedded parent hospital and ours is the first NABH accredited hospital in southTamilnadu which provides clinical materials to our students in all the areas of Nursing. Apart from this, the institution also has tie up with various Government and Private organisations for speciality training including SreechitraThirunal hospital, Parasala Government hospital, NIMS Hospital, MuthuNeuro Hospital, Ummar ENT hospital, International Cancer Centre, Neyyoor. We too impart learning activities through project works in our own speciality
    On behalf of child health nursing department, various programmes and research activities has been conducted during the academic year 2015-16. Breast feeding week was celebrated 1st week of August with quiz programme and poster presentation competition. World Immunization day was celebrated on at Melpuram community centre on 10thNovember. The students created awareness regarding the immunization schedule and optional vaccines with the help of posters to the young mothers. On 16th November, New-born week was celebrated with quiz competition for our students. Various research studies and mini projects were conducted by our MSc (N), BSc (N),P.B.BSc (N) &DGNM students in child healthnursing department. The students are getting clinical training in our parent hospital, Moses Mathias Hospital Nagercoil, Augusthiar muni child care centreand Parasala government hospital.
    Obsetrical and gynaecological nursing is a unique speciality which focuses on care of women during the child bearing years. As part of our departmental activities,on 7th October 2015, Breast cancer awareness program was celebrated atmelpuramvillage. On 7th January 2016, cervical cancer awareness program was conducted in our parent hospital. Pap smear was taken for the high risk women for early identification. Nearly 150 patients attended this free camp. Career developmentprogramme was conductedfor female colleagues on behalf of International Women’s day on 8th March 2016. International day of midwives was celebrated on 5thMay 2016 with the theme “women and the new-born”. Breastfeeding week was remembered by conducting various programs including mass awareness, seminars, video teaching, and roleplays during the first week of August.
    The department was enthusiastic throughout the academic year. Leprosy awareness programme was conducted on 6thOctober 2015.Dr.Girija, DD Leprosy officer has given an elaborate talk on prevention and management of Leprosy.Leprosy survey was also conducted at Arumanai village on the following day in collaboration with DD office, Nagercoil. On 16th October 2015,community health centrewas inaugurated at Melpuram village.Primary care is given to the beneficiaries and is the active centre run by our community health nursing department. On 1st May 2016, Mass awareness programme was conducted at Thellandivillage. Afree health camp was conducted for the village people. On 21st July 2016, Cleanliness day was rememberedalong with the Block Development Office, Munchirai. A “Human chain” was conducted to create awareness to public.On 13th June 2016, School Health Programme was conducted in Kaliyakkavilai Government High School on the topic “Nutritional Deficiency”.
    This academic year has witnessed upgraded skills among our studentswith regard to mental health nursing. The activities started with the planning and execution related to the curriculum. World Alzheimer’s day was celebrated on 21stSeptember. In this regard, poster competition was conducted with the theme of Remember me. The world mental health day was celebrated on October 10th. The Students involved in various group activities involving the patients and also enacted various cultural events
    As a part curriculum, the students have visited various places including Old age home at Poojapoora. Balavikas children’s home for the mentally challenged children at Oolampara, Children’sobservation home at Poojapoora, and deaddiction centre at Institute of Mental health,Trivandrum.These visits provided an excellent platform for practical knowledge on the subject learnt. The students also gainedpractical skills at institute of mental health, peroorkada. The students and the staff have participated in one day seminar organized by Institute of Mental health, Trivandrum during the month of October 2016 as part of celebration ofmental health day.
    The Staff and students of the institution are the active members of TNAI and SNA.Presently our institution has 30 life members of TNAI and 250 SNA members who are actively involved in professional activities.
    Our institution has membership with various voluntary organisations including National Service Scheme, Youth Red Cross, Red Ribbon, Rotary and CMAI which was commanded by able handed faculties
    Various committees are functioning within our institution to look after many of the proceedingsincluding Staff welfare committee, Student welfare committee, Anti ragging committee, Curricular committee, Health committee, Hostel welfare committee, Disciplinary committee, Environmental sanitation committee, Spiritual committee, Journal club, Science club, Tamil literary committee, English literarycommittee,Sports committee, Gardening committee, Library committee. The committees help the students to maintain professional decorum, update knowledge and exhibit their talents in all the aspects.
    Our institution has special concern towards in-service educational activities. The teaching staffs are presenting various topics according to their area of interest which was well organised by the staff secretary. In special occasions special guests are also arranged in sharing their knowledge.

State Level Conference under the Topic of “Nurse the Healer - Seven wonders of Holistic Healing” was conducted on 12th May, 2016.

Workshop on Disaster management was conducted on 23rd September, 2016.

Regional conference along with CMAI on “Patient Safety” was conducted on 8th October, 2016.

    The college organised various programmes along with Student Nurses Association for the welfare of the students. Independence Day celebration was conducted with patriotic spirit. Thanks giving and farewell celebration was conducted on 25th August 2015.Onam celebration was conducted on 26th August, 2015. Various competitions were conducted among students and staff. Teacher’s day was celebrated on 5th September, 2015.World student’s day was celebrated on 15thOctober 2015; Best Student Nurses are awarded with badges. College day was celebrated from 15th to 18thDecember 2015. Lamp lighting and Xmas day celebration was conducted on20thDecember, 2015. Republic day was celebrated on 26thJanuary 2016. International Nurses Day was celebrated on 12thMay, 2016.
    Our institution has very good team of faculties to look after academic and non-academic affairs with much collegiality and cooperation to undertake many of our missions. Staff achievements

The Principal has presented her viva on May 6thand has received her doctorate degree in nursing under The TamilnaduDr. MGR Medical University on 3rd December 2016.

The Vice principal, Mrs.Sujatha and Associate professorMr.Vinifredwere rewarded with Shreemathi Annammal Best Teacher Award during on the Nurses day celebration

Five of our teaching staffhas presented scientific papers during the State level Biennial conference which was held at St. Xavier’s Catholic College of Nursing on June 30th and July 1st 2016.

Many of our teaching staff are the active participants in various conferences and also been resource persons in national and state level workshops and conferences.

Two of our staffs have attended GFATM training which was held at Vellorefrom 27th to 29th July 2015.

Our staffsare equally active in research and publications. Many have published in international and national journals during the last academic year which was titled in the journal.

Women’s day was celebrated on 3/03/2016 by organising an excursion at Chittrar Dam. That was an ever rememberable day for all of us.

During Saturdays, staff development programme is being organized under the leadership of the staff secretary.

The Birthdays and wedding days of each staff is being remembered by small celebration on the concern day.

     The college has a well devoted spiritual team who are involved in daily prayer, special prayer on Thursdays and fasting prayer on last Friday of every month. Every Monday, the Christian students have Taftee classes in academic smartness. Last year Good Friday Service was conducted on 23rd March 2016. On 10th June, FMPB youth meet was conducted by the Bangalore Team. On 31st October, A special retreat programme was organised and handled by Rev. Dr. Ralston under the Topic “Relationship of God with human in terms of spirit, soul and body”.
    The institution takes much initiative in research activities all through the year. Apart from guiding post graduate and undergraduate students in completing the requirements, we are tied up in conducting mini projects in community as well in parent hospital. Presently, a proposal has been submitted to The Tamil Nadu Dr MGR Medical University for conducting a Seminar on m-health towards Diabetes awareness. We have future plans to conduct various m-health projects in collaboration with national and international organisations.
    The students are getting financial assistance through scholarships in the category of SC, ST, SCA, BC. 39 students received first graduation scholarship, 33 students claimed SC scholarship and 41 students have received BC scholarship during the last academic year.
    Our student Alumni is very dynamic and was integrated by active leaders who are involved in execution of various activities that matters them. They are consuming many of the present technology for sharing information.
    Our placement cell is functioning under well experienced faculties with the guidance of management. Last year 80 % of the students got opportunity to work in Kauvery hospital. Many Hospitals including Apollo Hospital, Vellammal Hospital are willing to offer Job placement but based on the student’s interest, our placement cell is making arrangements in reputed hospitals. Presently all our graduates are placed in various corporate hospitals with excellentremuneration.
     We have submitted our proposal to funding agencies including ICMR, TN.Dr.MGR Medical University for conducting projects under m-health inorder to create awareness on Non communicable Diseases preferably Diabetes. Also have the notion to initialize our institution as a research centre under TamilnaduDr.MGR Medical University. In addition to that, we have the plan to activate our IELTS and TOFFEL training for our outgoing students.
     I bow and humble before God for the abundant blessings bestow to our institution and also for the wisdom given to us. Ours being the Christian institution follows Christian ethics towards our duties. I am proud of being a principal of this ideal institution which has given me self-sufficiency to accomplish many of the academic tasks in order to render quality nursing education. I am sure that ours would turn out to be a modern temple of learning in mere future through our persistence, perseverance and devoutness.