We bid farewell to the former Principal Prof (Mrs) Pennamma Ranadive on 8th March

2014. I have been given the opportunity to work as the Acting Principal since then with the support of our Director, administrative team and the entire teaching & non- teaching staff of this institute. In the month of June, our College had 4 inspections from Delhi Nursing Council, Aca-demic Audit Cell and Joint Assessment from G.G.S.I.P. University for our GNM & B. Sc. (Hons) Nursing programmes. The successful inspections have been encouraging. We also renewed our recognition as minority educational institution.

Our Nursing programme has been integrated with academic and co-curricular activities for an all- round development of the students with careful planning and strict discipline. Our goal is to prepare nurses who combine the highest level of scientific knowledge and technological skill with responsible caring practice. I, along with my faculty would like to challenge the students to identify and master the cognitive & techni-cal skills as well as interpersonal, ethical/ legal skills needed to effectively nurse the patients in their care. I congratulate the freshers for choosing this exciting and rewarding profession. St. Stephen‟s Hospital

College of Nursing warmly welcomes you to our profession and prize our role as your guide to excellent

practice. Mrs. Mary Sarma Acting Principal,

College of Nursing Nurses Day Celebration and Farewell to

B.Sc. (Hons) Nursing 4th

Year

S NA o rga n i sed Nurses Day and Farewell for the B.Sc. (Hons) Nursing 4

th

year students on 12th

May 2014 in the Con-ference Hall of our hospital. The theme for the Nurses Day this year was - Nurses: a force for change - a vital re-source for health. The event began with a

word of prayer and welcome of the guests. The Director Dr. Sudhir Joseph shared his thoughts and encouraged the outgoing students. Mrs. Mary Sarma, Acting Principal lit the Florence

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Nightingale Lamp and enlightened the audience on the Nurses Day theme. The students of GNM III

rd

year also performed a skit that depicted the role of nurse in different spheres. The Nurses day celebra-tions were followed by a farewell party to the B.Sc (Hons) 4

th year nursing students. The theme for the

party was “Yaar Annmulle” meaning “priceless friends”.

:::|::: Principal’s Ink :::|:::

The junior students performed various cultural items like dance, song and skit. Ms Rekha Choud-hary was crowned with the title of Ms. Stephen‟s. The B.Sc. (Hons) 3

rd year nursing students also

prepared a documentary for their seniors that re-minded them of the memorable moments spent at Stephens. The event was followed by a sumptu-ous lunch. It was a very enjoyable day for all the students.

WHO Day 2014

Each year 7th April is celebrated as WHO Day with

a significant health related issue taken up as a theme. The SNA also celebrated WHO Day by organizing a health education programme at the Patient Waiting Area of our hospital at 10.30 am. The theme for this year was “Vector – Borne Dis-eases”.

The chief guest for the event was Dr. Ann Mathew, Deputy Director of our hospital. She spoke about the importance of controlling the vector- borne dis-eases. The students of GNM 3

rd year performed a

skit highlighting the importance of prevention of these vector borne diseases especially malaria. Stu-dents prepared charts on different vector borne dis-eases showing their signs & symptoms, causes, treatment and prevention and explained them to the general public attending the health education pro-gramme. It was information sharing time and educa-tive experience for all.

Patient Welfare Society Function

Our students had an enjoyable evening on 30th April

2014 at the 40th Anniversary Celebration of St.

Stephen‟s Hospital Patient Welfare Society at Ka-mani Auditorium. The Chief Guest was Hon‟ble Mr. Justice Kurian Joseph who is the Hon‟ble Judge , Supreme Court of India. 16 employees of our

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hospital received the „Best Employee Award‟ at the

function. The evening was mesmerising with Bolly-

wood music presentation by Kavita Murti Deshpande

and her troupe.

Workshop attended by faculty

Mrs. Christina George attended a five day workshop organised by TNAI from 15

th to 19

th July 2014. The

theme was “Current Midwifery Practices in India: Role and scope of Nurse Midwives”. Sessions for the workshop included current trends in midwifery, essential obstetric care as well as care of new born and neonatal emergencies. There was also practical demonstration on new born resuscitation. Overall, the workshop helped to enhance knowledge and skill.

Four Years Experience

I Donna Mary Moncy joined St. Stephen‟s hospital in the year 2010. It was really a good experience for me. I grew up socially and spiritually and became independent. I learnt both theoretically and practi-cally. Whenever I had doubts relating to my studies, the teachers were always there to help me out. The best thing that I like about St. Stephen‟s is the prayer before start of any event be it cultural, sports event or any other celebration and this has helped me a lot in growing spiritually. Four years of my life‟s journey was spent here and I have learned to live independ-ently and to have patience to tackle any kind of situation. I feel blessed that I could study in this insti-tution.

Donna Mary Moncy

Former BSc. (Hons) Nursing Student

Just few weeks ago, I was in Orthopaedics ward. It had been a wonderful experience with learning nurs-ing care and procedures. It is said „We health work-ers should have a positive attitude towards patients.‟ This was an eye opener for me, as I met several po-lio patients in shockingly miserable state bearing the intolerable pain. They feel challenged and often this battle of challenge ruins their better part of child-hood. I wondered how they are bearing it with a smile on their face. They have a positive attitude in their minds which makes them believe that they will stand and start walking soon. Their positive attitude and high spirit is truly commendable. It is amazing to realize that it is possible to engage ourselves for the well-being of these people. It also helps us to perceive life and events as challenges

rather than difficulties. Now, I feel that I may be new to this place but not to Polio. Let‟s make people rise and stand for their dreams. Let‟s be positive as positive attitude makes everything possible.

Keziah Thomas B.Sc. (Hons) 2

nd year student

My First Year Experience

My first year was full of new experiences. I was able to cross all the obstacles of my first year be-cause of my teachers‟ guidance and support. Ini-tially, I faced a lot of difficulties in coping with the new environment and negative thoughts kept on coming in my mind. But my teachers especially my class teacher and her motivating classes helped me to overcome this situation. This field of nursing has given me the opportunity to learn and excel in academics and clinical areas and contribute my bit in medical field by serving peo-ple.

The extra -curricular activities were also a great sporty experience. I enjoyed a lot during the Sports Events and Talent Night. All these activi-ties were such a relaxation from the stressful en-vironment.

In the end I would highlight the blessings of the patients that really boosted me and it had a posi-tive impact on my life. After coming into this pro-fession, I am able to understand this profession better and have realised its importance. I am more passionate towards my profession now be-cause of my clinical experience and interesting lectures.

Fahmida Khan B.Sc (Hons) 2

nd year student

Made by: Alice , GNM intern

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Positive Will Makes Everything Possible

ACROSS 1. A substance prepared to produce immunity in the body 4. A eukaryotic organism that includes micro-organism such as yeast and molds 5. They act as filters for foreign particles and are important in proper functioning of immune system 7. They are single celled microbes some of which can cause disease 8. An agent that causes disease

DOWN 1. A tiny disease-causing particle that consists of genetic material and a protein coat 2. The reaction to injury or infection that is characterised by pain, redness and swelling 3. Our body‟s first line of defence from external factors 6. A feature that a person notices in his body or mind that is caused by a disease or disorder

1.VIRUS 2.INFLAMMATION 3.SKIN 6.SYMPTOM 1.VACCINE 4.FUNGUS 5.LYMPHNODES 7.BACTERIA 8.PATHOGEN

1. Ms. Tessy Chacko, Clinical Instructor Gr. II 2. Ms. Manjeet Kaur, Clinical Instructor Gr. II 3. Ms. Kavita Rawat, Clinical Instructor Gr. II 4. Ms. Namrta , Clinical Instructor Gr. II 5. Ms. Hina Hamilton, Clinical Instructor Gr. II 6. Ms. Monica Chauhan, Clinical Instructor Gr. II 7. Ms. Manisha Thakran, Clinical Instructor Gr. II

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Ms. Rashmi Kadiyan, Clinical Instructor Gr. II Ms. Angel Maria Peter, Clinical Instructor Gr. II Ms. Teena Thomas, Clinical Instructor Gr. II