In India nursing profession has been emerging as a lucrative and rewarding career path option which offers opportunities for growth and development. With the rising demand for qualified healthcare professionals particularly nurses, the future scope of GNM (General Nursing and Midwifery) Nursing in India in 2024 looks promising. Let's delve into the future scope and the of GNM Nursing in the country. GNM Nursing opens doors to many future career options to various sectors within the healthcare industry. As the healthcare infrastructure continues to evolve, the demand for skilled nurses is escalating across different domains.

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GUIDELINES FOR ADMISSION G. N. M. 1. Minimum education eligibility criteria for admission to GNM: o 10+2 with English and must have obtained a minimum of 40% at the qualifying examination and English individually for any recognized board. Candidates are also eligible from State Open School recognized by State Government and National Institute of Open School (NIOS) recognized by Central Government. However, Science is preferable. o 10+2 with English having 40% of marks in vocational ANM course from the school recognized by Indian Nursing council. o 10+2 with English having 40% of marks in Vocational Stream-Health care Science from a recognized CBSE board/Centre. o Registered ANM with pass mark. For foreign nationals • The entry qualification equivalency i.e., 12th standard will be obtained by Association of Indian Universities, New Delhi. Institution, State Nursing Council will be responsible to ensure that the qualification and eligibility will be equivalent to what has been prescribed as above. 2. Reservation: • For disabled candidates: 3% Disability reservation to be considered with a disability of locomotor to the tune of 40% to 50% of the lower extremity and other eligibility criteria with regard to age and qualification will be same as prescribed for each nursing programme. Note: A committee to be formed consisting of medical officer authorized by medical board of state government and a nursing expert in the panel which may decide whether the candidates have the disability of locomotor of 40% to 50%. • 5% is relaxed for SC/ST candidates. • Any other quotas as per the State Govt. under the reservation policy Note: Quotas shall be included in the seats sanctioned and not above it.. 3. Admission of students shall be once in a year. 4. Students shall be medically fit. 5. Minimum age for admission will be 17 years. (as on 31st December of that year) The upper age limit is 35 yrs. For ANM/ for LHV, there is no age bar. SCOPE Staff Nurses: Nurses provide direct patient care to a single patient or a group of patients. She is directly accountable to the ward supervisor. Ward sister or Nursing Supervisor: A nurse is in charge of the nursing care management of a ward or unit and reports to the nursing superintendent. Departmental supervisor/Assistant Nursing Superintendent: The nurse is accountable to the nursing superintendent and deputy nursing superintendent for the nursing care management of multiple wards or units. As an example, consider the surgical department. Deputy Nursing Superintendent: A nurse who reports to the nursing superintendent and assists with hospital nursing administration. Nursing Superintendent: The nursing Superintendent is accountable to the medical superintendent for the safe and efficient management of hospital nursing services. Director of Nursing: A nurse is in charge of both nursing services education and patient care in a teaching hospital. Community Health Officer (CHO) – a BSc (N) in Community Health or a Nurse trained and certified through IGNOU/other State Public Health/Medical Universities for a set of competencies in delivering public health and primary health care services Community Health Nurse (CHN): Provides services primarily focused on reproductive child health, health awareness, and hygiene. Teaching in Nursing: The teacher’s functions and responsibilities in nursing include planning, teaching, and supervising students’ learning experiences. Clinical instructors, tutors, and senior tutors are just a few of the positions available in nursing education. Associate Professor, Lecturer, and Professor of Nursing Industrial Nurse: Industrial nurses are responsible for first-aid, illness care, health education about industrial hazards, and accident prevention. Military Nurse: Military Nursing services became a part of the Indian Army, which means nurses became commissioned officers with ranks ranging from lieutenant to major general. Nursing service abroad: Attractive salaries and promising professional opportunities have resulted in a significant increase in nursing service in foreign countries. Nursing service administrative positions: Administrative positions in the nursing service include the Deputy Director of Nursing / Joint Director of Nursing at the state Health Directorate. The Nursing Advisor to the Government of India is the highest Types of Nurses in highest demand Types of Nurses Operations Registered nurse (RN) A registered nurse (RN) is a nurse who has completed a nursing program and met the requirements of a country, state, province, or similar government-authorized licensing body to obtain a nursing license. The scope of practice of a registered nurse is determined by legislation and regulated by a professional body or council. Licensed practical nurse (LPN) In much of the United States and Canada, a licensed practical nurse (LPN) is a nurse who cares for people who are sick, injured, convalescent, or disabled. LPNs in the United States work under the supervision of physicians, mid-level practitioners, and, depending on their jurisdiction, registered nurses. Travel nurse Travel nursing is a type of nursing assignment that arose in response to a nursing shortage. This industry provides nurses who travel to work in temporary nursing positions, most of which are in hospitals. While travel nursing traditionally refers to the nursing profession, it can also be used as a catch-all term for nursing and allied healthcare professionals, physicians, advanced practice nurses, physician assistants, dentists, and other support staff such as certified nursing assistants. Nurse practitioner (NP) A nurse practitioner (NP) is a type of mid-level practitioner who is an advanced practice registered nurse. Legal jurisdiction determines a nurse practitioner’s scope of practice. Some states require NPs to work under the supervision of a physician, while others allow them to practice independently. Intensive care unit (ICU) registered nurse ICU nurses or critical care nurses Nurses are highly specialized and trained healthcare professionals who provide nursing care to patients suffering from potentially fatal illnesses or conditions. They provide patients with the specialized experience, knowledge, and skills they require to survive or de-escalate care. Medical-surgical nurse. Medical-surgical nursing is a nursing specialty that cares for adult patients in a variety of settings. The Academy of Medical-Surgical Nurses (AMSN) is a specialty nursing organization dedicated to advancing the careers of medical-surgical nurses. Emergency room nurse ER nurses care for patients who have suffered trauma, injury, or severe medical conditions and require immediate care. Because these specialists work in crises, they must be able to identify the best way to stabilize patients and minimize pain as quickly as possible. Nurse case manager Create and manage the overall long-term health care plan for patients suffering from chronic or serious conditions such as Alzheimer’s disease, diabetes, and heart disease. Telemetry nurse Telemetry nurses are specialized nurses who monitor their patient’s cardiac rhythms using remote electronic signals and respond to any changes. Patients with preexisting heart conditions, the elderly, obese patients, diabetics, and transfers from the ICU and ER are the majority of their patients. Pediatric nurse Cardiac nurses, also known as cardiovascular nurses, are often specialized advanced practice registered nurses (APRNs) who collaborate with cardiologists and other healthcare providers to provide comprehensive cardiovascular care to patients suffering from acute and chronic heart conditions. Scope Of Nursing and Salary in India According to Pay scale, a Registered Nurse (RN) in India earns an average annual salary of Rs 298,781 LPA. A Registered Nurse (RN) with less than one year of experience typically begins their career with a starting salary of Rs 233,151 LPA, which includes bonuses and overtime pay. Registered Nurses can earn a total compensation of 249,994 LPA after four years of experience. Nurses in their mid-career (5-9 years of experience) earn around Rs 393,132 LPA. Experienced nurses with more than 15 years in the industry earn Rs 496,269 LPA. The more experience you have in the industry, the more skilled you will become as a Nurse. However, there is a significant difference in nurses grade pay between government and private hospitals. Typically, government hospitals pay a higher salary package than private hospitals/nursing homes.