About Us

The founder of Society

Panjabrao alias Bhausaheb Deshumkh, the first Agriculture Minister of Government of India founded Shri Shivaji Education Society, Amravati in 1932 with noble aim of taking Dyanaganga to the doorsteps of common people.
He was born at village Papad in the district of Amravati on December 27, 1898. By the time he passed away on April 10, 1965, he had laid a firm foundation for dissemination of education among downtrodden and dispossessed regions of the country. He knew that prosperity would come only when the weapon of knowledge became available to all. For this purpose he made a small beginning with the establishment of Shri shivaji education society at Amravati.
Besides working tirelessly for peasants of Vidarbha, he dedicated himself for the prosperity and development of nation. His contributions towards the nation were recognized when he was selected by Jawaharlal Nehru to become the first AgriculturalMinister in union cabinet. He actively participated with his talent and dedication for formulation and implementation of policies that would bring prosperity in the agricultural sector. He established the 'Bharat Krushak Samaj" and launched a campaign called 'Food for Millions' in the year 1955. He brought in the Japanese method of rice cultivation in 1958 and organized the world agriculture fair at Delhi in 1959 which was inaugurated by the then President of the US, Dwight Eisenhower. The fair was visited by dignitaries across the world, some of them being; Nikita Khrushchev, the President of the USSR, Mr. Bulganin, secretary of Communist Party of Soviet Russia, Lord and Lady Mountbatten, and many others. Dr. Deshmukh encouraged establishment of agriculture universities all across the country, and gave extended huge support for agricultural education, agricultural research and related extension activities. He wanted to ensure that the final beneficiary of all this enterprise would be an ordinary farmer. He opened rural institutes that would train youngsters in the engineering and technical aspects of farming. Dr. Deshmukh also made useful contribution as a member of draft committee for the constitution of Republic of India chaired by Dr. B R Ambedkar.

The society

Shri Shivaji Education Society, Amravati founded by Panjabrao alias Bhausaheb Deshumkh, the first Agriculture Minister of Government of India in the year 1932.
The society started for the purpose of progress in the field of education by establishing special institutes everywhere especially Vidarbha region among poor and backward classes, and to encourage sports, games, school education, women’s education etc.
The society began with just one school and one hostel; but today, has grown in to the biggest educational organization in central India with enormous branches in all districts of Vidarbha regions of Maharashtra state. It is also worth mentioning that, under its canopy there are 277 institutions including Agriculture, Engineering, Medical, Nursing, Science, Law, School education etc. Society indeed a major stakeholder in the field of education in Amravati region as it has bagged many prestigious awards from state government in recognition of its dedication to the society.
Society was awarded 'Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Dalit Mitra' in 1993-94 by the Govt. of Maharashtra. In 1999-2000,the society was awarded 'Gadge Maharaj Memorial Award’, and in the same year, the Govt. of Maharashtra declared as "Best Administered Society" in the state of Maharashtra and bestowed upon it a cash award of Rs. 1 lakh. In its citation, state government formally recognized the contribution made by society in the field of education and cultural advancement.

Smruti Bhavan…..
The younger generation is sadly unaware or half aware of Dr. Panjabrao Deshmukh. Hence, the society erected a memorial complex ‘Smruti Bhavan’ in the memory of Dr. Panjabrao Deshmukh where activities related to his life, his work, efforts towards nurturing and expansion of society, and his role as a union Agricultural Minister are narrated.

Our vision

• Panjabrao, alias Bhausaheb Deshumkh had laid a firm foundation for dissemination of education among the downtrodden regions. He knew that prosperity would come only when the weapon of knowledge became available to all. Inspired by a vision of founder president, we use nursing as a weapon of knowledge in terms of quality and excellence to educate young girls and boys especially from the areas of poor and backward section of the communities.

Our mission

• Encouraging young girls and boys especially from the areas of poor and backward section for nursing profession as it has wider in scope.
• Strengthening the arms and mind of nursing students by creating an atmosphere for achieving excellence in nursing education through skilled teaching, supervised clinical training and state-of-the art technologies.
• Preparing the nursing students to perform duties as registered nurse and registered midwives (RNRM) at all positions in primary, secondary and tertiary level efficiently and independently in health care sector.

Our Philosophy

Faculty of Dr. PDNI, Amravati….

• believe that the domains of nursing education is built on scientific principles, sound educational theory and practice in order to prepare professionally qualified and challenging nurses, who will be able to function as a team member in health care agencies, and also believe that the nurses those who are experienced can move in to leadership positions.
• believe that the nursing education is all round development of students with special emphasis on intellectual, technical, cultural, moral and spiritual aspects that are required to prepare a professionally competent nurse who shall be a productive citizen and an effective change agent in our ever changing health needs of the society.
• Recognize student those who have potential and motivation to become nurse educators, nurse administrators, clinical specialist and researchers on par with the obstinate demands of the society, who will be able to contribute towards profession by meeting the issues and challenges confronted by the nursing profession today.
• Accept the need of periodic evaluation of nursing curriculum and making the necessary changes in both theory and practical as the profession is influenced by rapid advance in biotechnology and ever changing health care delivery system.

Course Offered:-

Auxiliary Nurse Midwifery – Diploma course (2 years)

Course overview
Dr. PDNI, Amravati started auxiliary nurse and midwives course in the academic year 2008-09 with a vision to cater quality and excellence in nursing education to the candidates from Vidarbha region especially from areas of poor and backward sections.
Auxiliary nurse and midwives course is designed to prepare the student nurses to develop knowledge and skill especially on maternal and child health through integration of theory and practice that required serving in village level and public health centers, so the student nurse can assume the position of Registered Auxiliary Nurse and Midwives (RANM).
The course of study leading to auxiliary nurse and midwives is a full time diploma program comprises of two completed academic years including internship. The candidates seeking admission may enroll their names on or before cutoff date and the procedure of admission is made on first come first serve basis / spot admission at institutional level.

Course Curriculum

Eligibility criteria for admission

• Min. 17 & max. 35 years in age on or before 31st December of respective year of admission.
• Medically fit
• 10+2 pass or its equivalent recognized by competent authority in any branch.
• No parallel / simultaneous attendance in other course during auxiliary nurse and midwives.

General Nursing and Midwifery – Diploma course (3 years)

Course overview
General nursing and midwifery, a diploma course in nursing started in the institute during 2011-12 with a vision to cater quality and excellence in nursing education to the candidates from vidarbha region especially from areas of poor and backward sections.
Course is designed to prepare the student nurses to develop knowledge, skills, competencies and standards that required to practice in ever changing health care setting through integration of theory and practice, so the student nurse can assume the position of registered nurse (RNRM) in clinical and public health setting.
The course of study leading to general nursing and midwifery is a full time diploma program comprises of three completed academic years including internship. The admission procedure shall be based on interview at institutional level.

Course Curriculum

Eligibility criteria for admission

• Minimum 17 and maximum 35 years in age on or before 31st December of respective year of admission. No age bar for registered ANM / LHV.
• Registered ANM
• Medically fit
• 10+2 pass or its equivalent recognized by competent authority in any branch preferably science with minimum aggregate of 40%, and 5% relaxation for SC/ST candidates.
• No parallel / simultaneous attendance in other course during general nursing and midwifery

Basic B. Sc. Nursing– Degree course (4 years)

Course overview
Basic B. Sc. Nursing course at Dr. PDNI, Amravati started in the academic year 2007-08 with a vision to cater quality and excellence in nursing education to the candidates from vidarbha region especially from areas of poor and backward sections.
The course of study leading to Basic B. Sc. Nursing is a full time degree program comprises of four completed academic years including research work and internship. Admission procedure shall be based on the guidelines of Admission Regulating Authority, Mumbai and Maharashtra University of Health Sciences, Nasik.

Program Outcome

The Program is designed to prepare the student nurses to develop critical thinking skills, competencies and standards that required to practice in ever changing health care setting through in depth integration of theory, practice and research, so the graduate registered nurse (RNRM) can assume the role as nurse clinician, ward supervisor, manager, nurse teacher and many more in different health care system.

Program Specific Outcome

The graduate with B.Sc. Nursing degree Course will be able to -

• apply knowledge from physical, biological and behavioral sciences, medicine, including alternatives system and nursing in providing nursing care to individual, families and communities.
• demonstrate understanding of life style and other factors, which affect health of individuals
• demonstrate critical thinking skill in making decisions in all situations in order to provide quality care.
• utilize the latest trend and technology in providing health care.
• provide comprehensive health services in line with the national health policies and programs.
• practice within the framework of code of ethics and professional conduct and acceptable standards of practice within the legal boundaries.
• communicate effectively with others in order to promote effective IPR and teamwork.
• demonstrate skills in teaching to individuals and groups in clinical/community health settings.
• participate effectively as member 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 setting and utilize the research findings to improve the quality of care.
• demonstrate awareness, interest and contribute towards advancement of self and of the profession.

Course Curriculum and Course outcome

On completion of First Year Basic B.Sc. Nursing the students will be able to -

• understand the concepts of biologigcal science, behavioral science and basic principles of nursing.
• demonstrate skill in therapeutic diet, biochemical assessment and basic nursing procedures.
• appreciate the nursing care services, nursing care procedures, holistic approach, communication and interpersonal relationship.

On completion of Second Year Basic B.Sc. Nursing the students will be able to -

• understand the concepts of social science, preparation/uses/dosage of drugs, primary health care and its principles, disease condition and its pathology and advanced nursing care in secondary & tertiary level.
• demonstrate skill in drug administration, diagnosis and treatment, nursing care plan and procedures.
• appreciate the principles involed in drug administration, diagnosis and treatment, nursing care plan and procedures.

On completion of Third Year Basic B.Sc. Nursing the students will be able to -

• understand the concepts of abnormal psychology, child health and illness, communicable disease condition & its pathology and advanced nursing care.
• demonstrate skill in management of mentally iil patients, nursing care of children, diagnosis and prevention of communicable diseases.
• appreciate the abnormal psychology, child health and illness, communicable diseases and advanced nursing care.

On completion of Final Year Basic B.Sc. Nursing the students will be able to -

• understand the concepts of Health Care Delivaery System, National Health programs, Nursing education & management and basic principles of research and statistics.
• demonstrate skill in health survey & community diagnosis, services of National Health Schemes, Health education & teaching learning methods and leadership qualities.
• appreciate the principles involved community diagnosis, services of National Health Schemes and teaching learning technologies.

Eligibility criteria for admission

• Minimum 17 years in age on or before 31st December of respective year of admission.
• Medically fit
• 10+2 pass or its equivalent recognized by competent authority in science branch. A candidate should have passed in the subjects of PCB and English individually and must have obtained a minimum of 45% marks taken together in PCB. Candidate belonged to backward class, the marks obtained in PCB taken together is minimum 40% instead of 45%.
• No parallel / simultaneous attendance in other course during Basic B. Sc. Nursing

Post Basic B. Sc. Nursing– Degree course (2 years)

Course overview
Post Basic B. Sc. Nursing course at Dr. PDNI, Amravati started in the academic year 2011-12 with a vision to cater quality and excellence in nursing education to the candidates especially from vidarbha region those who completed diploma in nursing course.
The course of study leading to Post Basic B. Sc. Nursing is a full time degree program (no part time / no correspondence course) comprises of two completed academic years including research work. The candidates seeking admission may enroll their names on or before cutoff date, and the procedure of admission is made on first come first serve basis / spot admission at institutional level.

Program Outcome

The Program is designed to prepare the registered nurses to enhance knowledge and skill acquired during their diploma, through in depth integration of theory, practice and research, so graduate registered nurse (additional qualification)can assume the roles as nurse clinician, ward supervisor, manager, nurse teacher and many more in different health care system. In addition, it also provides an opportunity as a bridge for higher education in nursing.

Program Specific Outcome

The graduate with Post Basic B.Sc. Nursing degree Course will be able to -

• asses health status, identify nursing needs, plan, implement and evaluate nursing care for patients/clients that contribute to health of individuals, families and communities.
• demonstrate competency in technique of nursing based on concepts and principles from selected area of nursing, physical, biological and behavioral sciences.
• participate as members of health team in holistic HCDS of the country.
• demonstrate skills in communication and interpersonal relationship.
• demonstrate leadership qualities and decision making abilities in various situations.
• demonstrate skills in teaching to individuals and groups in community health settings.
• demonstrate managerial skills in community health settings.
• practice ethical values in their personal and professional life.
• participate in research activities and utilize research findings in improving nursing practice.
• recognize the need for continued learning for their personal and professional development.

Course Curriculum and Course outcome

On completion of First Year Post Basic B.Sc. Nursing the students will be able to -

• understand the concepts of biological science, social science and behavioral science and principles of nursing science.
• demonstrate skill in therapeutic diet, biochemical assessment, advanced nursing practice, nursing care of children and maternal nursing care.
• appreciate the nursing care services, holistic approach, communication, interpersonal relationship and Health Care Delivery System.

On completion of Second Year Post Basic B.Sc. Nursing the students will be able to -

• understand the concepts of social science, abnormal psychology, principles of community health, teaching technologies and nursing administration.
• demonstrate skill in integration of theory & practice, leadership qualities and decision making abilities effectively and efficiently.
• appreciate the ethico-legal values in their personal and professional life, nursing education, nursing management, and also recognize the need for continued nursing education.

Eligibility criteria for admission

• No age limit
• Medically fit
• RNRM from any state nursing council after completion of GNM course from INC recognized institute
• No work experience after GNM course
• No parallel / simultaneous attendance in other course during Post Basic B. Sc. Nursing

M. Sc. Nursing– Master Degree course (2 years)

Course overview

We are glad to inform you that the institute is established PG course in 2016 -17 and permitted to admit post graduate candidates 2017-18 onwards, and is the only institute offers post graduation course in nursing at Amravati district. The institute is permitted with an annual intake of 10 students; five students each for medical surgical nursing and community health nursing branch.
The course of study leading to masters of Science in nursing is a full time program (no part time / no correspondence course) comprises of two completed academic years including research work. Candidates seeking admission may choose any one branch at the time of admission, and candidates those who opts branch of medical surgical nursing must choose super specialty. No change of branch shall be permitted after cutoff date of admission. Candidates may enroll their names on or before cutoff date and the procedure of admission is made on first come first serve basis / spot admission at institutional level.

Program Outcome

The Program is designed to prepare the post graduate students to develop leadership qualities that aids to practice in first level positions independently and efficiently as a nurse specialist, educator, administrator, and researcher in various health sectors across the globe.

Program Specific Outcome

The Post graduate with M.Sc. Nursing degree Course will be able to -

• utilize/ apply the concepts, theories and principles of nursing science.
• demonstrate advance competence in practice of nursing
• practice as a nurse specialist.
• demonstrate leadership qualities and function effectively as nurse educator and manager.
• demonstrate skill in conducting nursing research, interpreting and utilizing the findings from health related research.
• demonstrate the ability to plan and effective change in nursing practice and in the health care delivery system.
• established collaborative relationship with members of other disciplines.
• demonstrate interest in continued learning for personal and professional advancement.

Course Curriculum and Course outcome

On completion of First Year M.Sc. Nursing the students will be able to -

• understand the concepts of current trends and issues in nursing education, latest education technology, bridging the gap between theory and practice, principles of nursing science, research process and biostatistics.
• demonstrate skill in application nursing theories in to practice, effective planning in nursing and mastery over holistic nursing care.
• appreciate the principles of nursing science, nursing care services, ethico-legal concepts and steps of nursing research.

On completion of Second Year M.Sc. Nursing the students will be able to -

• understand the concepts of nurse specialist, nurse researcher, nurse educator and nurse administrator.
• demonstrate skill in steps of nursing research & statistics, leadership/mentor and decision making abilities effectively and efficiently.
• appreciate the role of nurse in various health care setting, code of ethics & legal policies, nurse as a administrator/researcher and higher education in nursing profession.

Eligibility criteria for admission

• Medically fit
• RNRM from any state nursing council after completion of Basic B. Sc. (N) / Post Basic B. Sc. (N) / B. Sc. Hons. (N) Course from INC recognized institute with minimum aggregate of 55%, and 5% relaxation for SC/ST candidates.
• One year work experience after Basic B. Sc. (N) and one year work experience before or after Post Basic B. Sc. (N)
• No parallel / simultaneous attendance in other course during masters of science in nursing.

Admission:-

Application Procedure

How to apply
Application form for admission available with prospectus and can be obtained from the institute on payment of Rs. 1000/- for B. Sc. (N), PB B. Sc. (N)& M. Sc. (N), Rs. 500/- for GNM and Rs. 250/- for ANM by way of cash or demand draft drawn in favor of Principal, Dr. PDNI. Read prospectus carefully for proper information before filling the application form. The last date of submission of form will be displayed on notice board. The form must be filled in block letters (wherever necessary), and filled in application form shall be considered only when fulfills the following criteria –

• properly and correctly filled and signed by the applicant and applicant's father / guardian
• received by the institute on or before the last date
• accompanied by attested copies of relevant documents such as;
  • school/college leaving certificate (duplicate transfer certificate will not be entertained)
  • Secondary school certificates
  • Higher secondary certificate showing statement of marks
  • Medical fitness certificate
  • Nationality certificate
  • Caste certificate /caste validity / non creamy layer for applicant belonged to backward class
  • Migration certificate in case of applicant passed last exam from a board other than Maharashtra state Board / university other than MUHS
  • State nursing council registration certificate, nursing degree certificate and certificates showing statement of marks for applicant seeking admission to PB B. Sc. (N) & M. Sc. (N).
  • Gap certificate in form of court affidavit if the applicant had break in education.

Fee:-

Fee, Cancellation/withdrawal of Admission

Selected candidates should pay fee within the prescribed date, and if fails, his / her admission stands cancelled. Refund of fee is made by the institute when candidate cancels admission due to any reason before cutoff date of institution except admission fee & application form fee. If the candidate withdraw / cancels admission after cutoff date from apex body or any point of time due to any reason, the candidate must pay the fee of entire course / subsequent years against cancellation / withdrawal of admission.
According to norms of INC New Delhi, the students are admitted / promoted to higher class irrespective of their results. Hence, prescribed fee must be paid by all students before commencement of every academic year including those who are applied for scholarship. If fails, the student has to bear late fee as per the institutional policies.

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