The Stephen’s Chronicle An Official Newsletter of St. Stephen’s Hospital College of Nursing

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April-July 2013

At the outset, once again I feel privileged to ink a few lines for this issue of our newsletter.

We, at St. Stephen’s Hospital College of Nursing adopt process and practice oriented ap-

proach for providing nursing education and training. The faculty and students enthusiasti-

cally participate to achieve the educational excellence. The committed faculty members

work tirelessly to provide quality education and training in the class rooms as well as in the

clinical areas which resulted in excellent results and placement of our students. Hearty con-

gratulations to all B.Sc (Hons) nursing students who have passed in the University examina-

tions.

Besides providing quality academic input, we continue to follow a multi-pronged approach for the overall

growth of the students. This approach consists of exposure to various organizations, hospitals, workshops,

seminars and conferences with the emphasis on developing skill in management of patient care with multiple

conditions. Various socio-cultural events and sports activities are also conducted for enhancing the organiz-

ing ability, co-operation and developing a competitive team spirit.

Sincere welcome to all freshers who have just joined the St. Stephen’s Hospital family. Remember that none

of you are here by chance but by the Grace and will of God Almighty. Therefore, trust in the Lord and study

well. Be humble and spread the aroma of Christ. Have a positive attitude towards everything you come

across. Respect your seniors and elders. Hostel is your home away from home. Living together, knowing,

sharing each others concerns and making friends in the hostel is a privilege and will have a lifelong impact.

Therefore, make wise use of the hostel, which is a beautiful place of living together with friends.

I would encourage all our students and alumni to reflect and share your experiences in the form of short sto-

ries or poems to expand our horizons and strengthen our bonds.

With all best wishes..

Prof. (Mrs.) Pennamma Ranadive

Principal, College of Nursing

A one-day workshop was organized for the B.Sc (Hons) IIIrd Yr

Nursing students on 26th March from 8 AM onwards. The topic

for the workshop was “Nursing Theories”. Nursing theories pro-

vide a basis for critical thinking thus guiding the nurses in the clinical decision making process. Knowledge of

the theories would also assist in formation of an appropriate conceptual framework for research purposes.

Workshop on Nursing Theories

♦ Onam Celebrations [Sep 2013]

♦ Freshers’ Welcome [Sep 2013]

♦ G.G.S.I.P University Sports competi-

tions [ Oct—Nov 2013]

♦ Hospital Sports competitions

♦ Talent Nite [ Oct 2013]

♦ SNA Biennial Conference [Nov 2013]

♦ CMAI Biennial Conference [Nov 2013]

Upcoming Events ♦ Screening for state level SNA Com-

petition [ Aug—Sep 2013]

The workshop was organized keeping the above purposes in mind. The resource persons for the workshop

were the senior faculty members of the college namely, Mrs. Mary Sarma, Mrs. Rosemary Joshua, Ms. Feba

Geevarghese, Mrs. Christina George and Mrs. Mali Mary.

World Health Day is celebrated on 7th April every year to mark the founding of WHO in 1948. A theme is selected each year for the World Health Day that highlights a priority area of public health concern in the world. The theme for this year was ‘High Blood pressure’. St. Stephen’s Hospital College of Nursing cele-brated WHO Day on 11th April 2013. The pro-gramme was inaugurated by Dr. Sudhir Joseph, Director, St. Stephen’s Hospital who shared his thoughts on the theme.

The students of GNM IIIrd year pre-

sented a skit on causes, prevention and

treatment of hypertension for the public

at the Patient Waiting Areas and Medi-

cine OPD. Attractive A.V. aids prepared

enthusiastically by the students were

also displayed. Free Blood Pressure

check- up booths were set up for the

public at various areas.

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A farewell party was organized for the outgoing B.Sc. (Hons) IVth Year Nursing students on 11th May 2013 in the Conference Hall. All the students looked elegant in their beautiful sarees and Ms. Man-jeet Kaur was crowned Ms. Stephens. International Nurses’ Day was also celebrated the same day.

The function was fun- filled which had performances contributed by both students and teachers. The pro-gramme was attended by our hospital Director, Dr. Sudhir Joseph and his administrative team, our College Principal, Prof. (Mrs.) Pennamma Ranadive, external and internal College faculty. Mrs. Blessy Berry and Mrs. Christina George, Asstt. Professors, shed light on the life of Florence Nightingale and introduced the Nurses’ Day Theme ‘Closing the Gap: Millenium Development Goals: 8, 7, 6, 5, 4, 3, 2, 1’ respectively. The day’s celebrations ended with a scrumptious lunch.

Workshop attended by the Faculty

Ms. Dorcus Phillips, Asstt. Professor, attended a

workshop on ‘Nurse’s Role in National Programmes

related to Maternal, Newborn and Child Health

(MNCH)’ from 10th - 17th April 2013 at T.N.A.I.

C.I.N/E.C.H, Greater Noida. It was an educative

experience.

On 29th June 2013, Continuing Nursing Education

(CNE) for faculty was organized. Ms. Dorcus

Phillips discussed on the topics ‘Maternal, Newborn

and Child Health Programmes and Policies’ and

‘Adolescent Health’. Mrs. Ankita Ghazan took a

session on the topic ‘Counselling’.

CNE for Faculty

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As we move on in life, we meet new people who are strangers to begin with but later become an impor-tant part of our lives. Initially, we name them as classmates and then we c a l l t h e m friends. As time passes, we call them best friends and then as “Best Friends Forever”. Then we suddenly realize that n o t h i n g i s “forever”. But there is some-thing which will be forever with us…… “Memories”. The sweet and sour memo-ries that we create together- memories that would bring smiles on our faces whenever we feel sad. I may be bidding farewell to some precious people, who cared for me in a big way, but I am also taking away the most beautiful memories of my life with me. This place has taught me to live up to my dreams and never give up. I am dedicating this write up to those people who have made me feel so spe-cial. I may or may not be in touch with you as we move on in life, but I will miss you when there is no one to console me when I am sad….when no one will give me a hug without any reason. I thank all those people who have made the past four years of my life beautiful enough to be cherished forever.

Tessy Chacko Former B.Sc (Hons.) Nursing student

We welcome the new batches of B.Sc. (Hons)

and GNM Ist year Nursing students to our prestig-

ious institute.

I wish I could be the light for those living in misery, darkness and sorrow

I wish I could be a smile to those who have lost their smiles,

I wish I could be a pillar for the hopeless and provide support to them,

I wish I could be the eyes to those who fail to see the truth of life,

I wish I could be the ears to those who re-

fuse to hear the cry of the Betsy Sara BabyBetsy Sara BabyBetsy Sara BabyBetsy Sara Baby GNM IInd Year

Mrs. Sunitha James, Clinical Instructor Ms. Mamta Pathak, Clinical Instructor Ms. Sherin Yohannan, Clinical Instructor

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Ms. Jaya, B.Sc. (Hons) Ist Year Nursing

student passed away on 9th April 2013.

May her soul rest in peace!

DEMISE Hearty congratulations to all the B.Sc

(Hons) Nursing students for faring well in the Annual exams!

Published By : The Principal, St. Stephen’s Hospital, College of Nursing, Delhi Editorial Team : Ms. Feba Geevarghese, Ms. Shoba George, Ms. Sheeba Joseph, Student Member of Publication and Communication Committee Designed by : Mr. Rajiv Chandra Ranjan, St Stephen’s Hospital, Delhi