About Us

CHRISTIAN INSTITUTE OF HEALTH SCIENCE AND RESEARCH (CIHSR)

The Christian institute of Health sciences and research (CIHSR) was established in 2007 under a tripartite partnership agreement between Christian Medical College, Vellore, Emmanuel Hospital Association, New Delhi and the Government of Nagaland as a charitable Society and organization. It is situated on 130 acres of land located at 4th Mile, Dimapur in Nagaland.

The board of Directors that govern the institute are derived from these 3 partners.

THE OBJECTIVES ARE TO DEVELOP

1. To develop a centre of excellence in Healthcare
2. To develop Undergraduate, postgraduate and innovative medical teaching programs to empower healthcare personnel in Northeast India
3. To develop staff and medical leaders to the potential that God has created them to be and harness their talents and gifts to significantly impact the region and beyond.
4. To develop a vibrant community that cares and supports each other, thereby reflecting the nature and character of Christ to the society around. To encourage this community to proactively engage with the neighbouring communities and society to bring holistic transformation.
5. To provide a focal point for a network of hospitals and likeminded organizations in the Northeast so as to make an impact on health in the whole of the region

IN ITS 13 YEARS OF EXISTENCE CIHSR HAS DEVELOPED

1. A 200 bedded NABH entry level accredited secondary to mid-level tertiary hospital with most of the broad specialties and a few higher specialties in Gastroenterology & Cardiology
2. A Cancer Centre with Linac Radiotherapy facilities
3. Palliative and home based care services
4. A very busy Haemodialysis centre

ACADEMICS – CIHSR IS THE ONLY TEACHING HOSPITAL IN NAGALAND AND RUNS COURSES IN

1. Post graduate DNB courses in Medicine, Surgery and Family Medicine
2. College of nursing with GNM, BSc and Post basic BSc courses
3. Allied health sciences courses in Radiography, Anaesthesia and OT technology, Optometry, Hospital information management and Laboratory technology
4. A centre for children with special needs
5. Lay leaders Health training courses for peripheral health workers
6. Bedside care and Home care assistant’s courses
7. Centre for Distance education courses with CMC Vellore in Family medicine
8. Active research projects – PG thesis and external collaborations

OUTREACH SERVICES

1. Community health team engaged with 3 blocks of Dimapur
2. School health activities
3. Partners with peripheral areas of Nagaland with NGOs and faith based organizations in medical camps, telemedicine and health training
4. Teach Income generating skills to various NGOs, academic institutions and FBOs
5. Community based rehabilitation

GOVERNMENT ENGAGEMENT

1. We run all the vertical National Health programmes
2. CIHSR is the largest provider for Ayushman Bharat schemes in the state of Nagaland
3. Provide Telemedicine services for all the Community Health officers in the Health and wellness centres in Nagaland under the NHM
4. Provide training to Government Health staff and advisory assistance in various areas

PLANS – TO DEVELOP

1. Integrated centre for disability
2. A skills laboratory and institute
3. A State biomedical engineering resource and training centre cum network for Nagaland
4. A Radiation safety quality assurance programme for Nagaland
5. A Medical College with active engagement with the state Government and the peripheral areas of the state
6. Hemodialysis course for nurse technologists
7. A new Nurse educator programme for the first time in the country
8. Software related to whole person care – integrated communications, training and support for patients
9. Training courses for the CHOs in the Health and wellness centres of the state
10. IGNOU centre for training health workers

VISION

• To develop Christ centered leadership in healthcare, transforming communities through compassion, innovation and excellence.

MISSION

CIHSR strives to be a vibrant community of healthcare workers in the spirit of Jesus Christ through

• Providing quality, ethical, accessible and affordable healthcare with a focus on the poor and vulnerable sections of society
• Training and capacity building of compassionate healthcare professionals to be servant leaders
• Engaging in contextual research to improve health outcomes
• Partnering with communities and likeminded organizations to impact health

OBJECTIVES

• Healthcare – To develop a center of excellence in healthcare.
• Education – To develop undergraduate, postgraduate and innovative medical teaching programs to empower healthcare personnel in northeast India.
• Leadership – To develop our staff and medical leaders to the potential that God has created them to be and harness their talents and gifts to significantly impact the region and beyond.
• Community – To develop a vibrant community that cares and supports each other, thereby reflecting the nature and character of Christ to the society around.
• To encourage this community to proactively engage with the neighboring communities and society to bring holistic transformation.
• Network – To provide a focal point for a network of hospitals and likeminded organizations in the Northeast so as to make an impact on health in the whole of the region.

CORE VALUES

• Honesty, Transparency & integrity
• Compassion for our patients and employees
• To be a vibrant and supportive fellowship
• Focus on the poor and the marginalised
• Interdenominational and multi-racial inclusiveness
• Sanctity of human life

Quality Policy:

• CIHSR is committed to provide quality health care to our patients, through an effective quality management system with the highest possible levels of skill, professionalism, ethical practice, treatment at affordable costs and continuous quality improvement.

Quality Objectives:

• • To practice patient centric approach and remain sensitive to the need of our patients.
• • To monitor, measure, assess and improve our performance to achieve service excellence and patient satisfaction.
• • To develop health professionals who can deliver quality health care.
• • To identify and develop systems that promote safety and encourage a reduction in medical errors.
• • To ensure that the quality of care and service delivered by the institution meets NABH standards.
• • To ensure safety of patients, staff, students and other service providers.
• • To empower and involve all employees in continuous quality improvement through regular training as per the institution policies and quality standards, processes and ensure commitment to implement the same.

Course Offered:-

GENERAL NURSING & MIDWIFERY (GNM)

The General Nursing Midwifery program is a 3-year course. The student, on completion of the GNM program will develop competency in providing care to individuals either in the hospital or community and is licensed to practice nursing. He/ She will also develop basic skills in teaching patients, in administration and leadership while working with other members of the health team and community.

THE CORE SUBJECTS:

• First year include Fundamentals of Nursing, Biological Sciences, Behavioral Sciences, Computer Education, Community Health Nursing-I and English.
• Second Year comprises of subjects such as Medical Surgical Nursing, Mental Health and Psychiatry Nursing and Child Health Nursing.
• Third year, the subjects of study include Obstetrics and Gynaecological Nursing, Community Health Nursing II. Nursing Education, Introduction to Research, Professional trends and adjustments. Nursing Administration and Ward Management.

ELIGlBILlTY CRITERIA

Minimum qualification

• 1O+2 passed preferably Science with (Physics, Chemistry, Biology & English with aggregate of 40% marks.)
• 10+2 passed in Arts (Mathematics. Biotechnology. Economics, Political Science, History, Geography, Business Studies, Accountancy, Home Science, Sociology, Psychology, Philosophy) and English Core/ English Elective or Health Care Science – Vocational stream only, passing out from a recognized Board under AISSCE/CBSE/ICSE/SSCE/ HSCE or other equivalent Board with 40% marks. 5% relaxation for SC/ST
• IO + 2 vocational ANM under CBSE Board or other equivalent board from the school and recognized by Indian Nursing Council with 40% marks. Registered as ANM with State Nursing Council.
• Student qualified in 1O + 2 Arts or Science examination

Minimum age

• I7 and Maximum 35 years.

B.SC NURSING

The undergraduate nursing program is aimed at preparing graduates to assume responsibilities as professional, competent nurses and midwives in providing promotive, preventive, curative and rehabilitative services. The students on completion will be competent in making independent decisions in nursing situations, protecting the rights of and facilitate individuals and groups in pursuit of health, function in the hospital, community services and conduct research studies in the area of nursing practice. They are also expected to assume the role of a teacher, supervisor and manager in a clinical/ public health setting.

Objectives of the course:

On completion of the four year B.Sc. Nursing program the graduate will be able to:

• Apply knowledge from physical, biological and behavioral sciences, medicine including alternative systems and nursing in providing nursing care to individuals, families and communities.
• Demonstrate understanding of life style and other factors, which affect health of individuals and groups.
• Provide nursing care based on steps of nursing process in collaboration with the individuals and groups.
• Demonstrates critical thinking skill in making decision in all situations in order to provide quality care.
• Utilize the latest trends and technology in providing health care.
• Provide promotive, preventive and restorative health services in line with the national health policies and programmes.
• Practice within the framework of code of ethics and professional conduct and acceptable standards of practice within the legal boundaries.
• Communicate effectively with individuals and groups and members of the health team in order to promote effective interpersonal relationships and teamwork.
• Demonstrates skills in teaching to individuals and groups in clinical/ community health settings.
• Participate effectively as members of the health team in health care delivery system.
• Demonstrate leadership and managerial skills in clinical/ community health settings.
• Conduct need based research studies in various settings and utilize the research findings to improve the quality of care.
• Demonstrate awareness, interest and contribute towards advancement of self and of the profession.
• First year include Fundamentals of Nursing, Biological Sciences, Behavioral Sciences, Computer Education, Community Health Nursing-I and English.
• Second Year comprises of subjects such as Medical Surgical Nursing, Mental Health and Psychiatry Nursing and Child Health Nursing.
• Third year, the subjects of study include Obstetrics and Gynaecological Nursing, Community Health Nursing II. Nursing Education, Introduction to Research, Professional trends and adjustments. Nursing Administration and Ward Management.

Duration:

• Duration of the course shall be four years including internship.

ELIGlBILlTY CRITERIA:

Minimum qualification

• The minimum age for admission shall be 17 years on 31st December of the year in which admission is sought.
• 10+2 class passed with Science (PCB) &. English Core / English Elective with aggregate of 45% marks from recognized board under AISSCE / CBSE / ICSE / SSCE / HSCE or other equivalent Board.
• Students appearing in 10+2 examination in Science conducted by National Institute of Open School with 45% marks.
• 5% Relaxation for SC/ST
• Student should be medically fit

Student intake: 40 per year.

** It is mandatory to reside in the institutional hostel till completion of the course

THE CORE SUBJECTS:

• The core subjects in the first year include Nursing Foundation, Nutrition, Biochemistry, Psychology, Microbiology, Anatomy, Physiology, introduction to Computers, English, Library work / Self-study and Co-curricular activities.
• The second year subjects include Sociology, Pharmacology, Pathology & Genetics, Medical Surgical Nursing (Adult including geriatrics-I, Community Health Nursing-I, Communication and Educational Technology, Library work/ Self-study and Co-curricular activities.
• The third year subjects include Medical Surgical Nursing (Adult including geriatrics) Child Health Nursing, Mental Health Nursing, Nursing Research & Statistics, Library work / Self-study and Co-curricular activities.
• The fourth year subjects include Midwifery & Obstetrics Nursing, Community Health Nursing – II, and Management of Nursing Services and education. Internship is inbuilt, the experience includes Midwifery & Obstetrics Nursing, Community Health Nursing-II, Medical Surgical Nursing (adult and geriatric), Child Health and Mental Health (Nursing).

POST BASIC B.SC NURSING (PBBSC)

The under graduate nursing program at the Post basic BSc level is a broad based education, which builds upon the skills and competencies acquired at the diploma level.
The aim of this course is to upgrade the diploma (GNM) nurses to:

• Assume responsibilities as professional, competent nurses and midwives at basic level in providing promotive, preventive, curative and rehabilitative services.
• Make independent decisions in nursing situations, protect the rights of and facilitate individuals and groups in pursuit of health, function in the hospital, community nursing services and conduct research studies in the field of nursing practice. They are also expected to assume the role of teacher, supervisor/ manager in a clinical / public health setting.

Duration:

• Post Basic B. Sc. Nursing is a 2-year course

ELIGlBILlTY CRITERIA:

Minimum qualification

• 12 + GNM
• Those who have done 10 + 1 on or before 1986
• The candidates should be registered Nurse and registered Midwife (or alternative registration in lieu of midwifery for male nurses) with any State Nursing Council. However, in order to be eligible to undergo this course, the candidate needs to obtain registration from Assam Nurses’ Midwives & Health Visitors’ Council.
• Migration Certificate from the examining board / Nursing council will be required for registering to the University.

** It is preferable for students to reside in the institutional hostel. However, this is not mandatory.

Student intake: 20 per year.

THE CORE SUBJECTS:

• First year subjects include Nursing Foundation, Nutrition & Dietetics, Biochemistry, Biophysics, Psychology, Maternal Nursing, Child Health Nursing, Microbiology, Medical & Surgical Nursing and English (Qualifying).
• The second year comprises of subjects such as Sociology, Community Health Nursing, Introduction to Nursing Education, Introduction to Nursing Administration and Introduction to Nursing Research & Statistics.

Other College Facilities

Auditorium

Hospital

Wi-fi

Transport

Sports

Play Ground

Placements

Medical

Laboratory

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