11 Institutions, 11 Sessions, Mangalore and Udupi: What Parul University Nursing Students Learned at Nursing Tour to Mangalore

Mangalore and Udupi form one of India’s most concentrated healthcare education corridors. Yenepoya, Father Muller, Nitte, Laxmi Memorial, and Manipal are institutions that nursing students across India aspire to study at or train in. The district health system in Udupi is one of Karnataka’s most organised.

From Parul Institute of Nursing, students visiting 11 institutions across this corridor meant seeing the full spectrum of nursing practice: from ICU and critical care to psychiatric rehabilitation, from Ayurvedic integration to disaster response, from simulation-based education to district-level public health administration.

The tour operates within Parul University’s Practical Learning Tour programme (146 tours, 19 cities, 280 companies). The B.Sc Nursing programme operates within a university holding NAAC A++ (CGPA 3.55), with 7 NABH-accredited hospitals (1 Allopathy and Super-speciality, 2 Ayurved, 4 Homoeopathic), a 24×7 in-campus hospital, recognition from the Indian Nursing Council (INC), and Pragya: the Advanced Skills and Simulation Centre for hands-on training in emergency medicine and first line of medical care.

Yenepoya Nursing College – Dr Leena KC, Principal and Dean spoke on an exclusive session that covered the full nursing education structure – GNM, B.Sc, M.Sc Nursing, clinical training via skill labs, hospital postings, simulation based learning, ICU and speciality nursing exposure, patient care, holistic approach by acknowleding physical, psychological and emotional needs. Besides this, modern practices using modern technology, and research opportunities for research were discussed as well.

She quoted – Nursing is a vast profession, a blend of knowledge, skill, passion and leadership for delivering qualitative patient care experience.

Principal and Professor Devasia specialises in OBG nursing & education. This session covered the entire curriculum structure, clinical training, hospital exposure, integration of theory with practical learning, patient care and academic opportunities, ethics, modern technology, professionalism, and career pathways including higher education.

Dr Fatima is deeply linked and connected with K.S. Hegde Hospital, the session covered how the curriculum is designed, simulation labs, next-gen teaching practices, clinical training and skill development at all the levels. She spoke on how research and innovation plays a major role in amping global scope for careers in nursing in sync with institutional infrastructure. If you too wish to have a career in nursing domain, delay not and explore nursing courses after 12th of Parul Institute of Nursing. From infrastructure to modern devices, they have it all, begin your journey now!

Dr Mendonca leads the Department of Child Health Nursing, the session acknowledged education, training, expanding roles of nurses in specialised and community settings, innovation and evidence based practices in research, professional ethics, and legal responsibilities. Professor Mendonca spoke on legal responsbilities, communication skills and how global career pathways are opening up for nurses.

Nursing Career – Detailed Guide by Parul University!

Principal and Professor Devasia specialises in OBG nursing & education. This session covered the entire curriculum structure, clinical training, hospital exposure, integration of theory with practical learning, patient care and academic opportunities, ethics, modern technology, professionalism, and career pathways including higher education.

Yenepoya Nursing College – Dr Leena KC, Principal and Dean spoke on an exclusive session that covered the full nursing education structure – GNM, B.Sc, M.Sc Nursing, clinical training via skill labs, hospital postings, simulation based learning, ICU and speciality nursing exposure, patient care, holistic approach by acknowleding physical, psychological and emotional needs. Besides this, modern practices using modern technology, and research opportunities for research were discussed as well.

She quoted – Nursing is a vast profession, a blend of knowledge, skill, passion and leadership for delivering qualitative patient care experience.

Nursing Career – Detailed Guide by Parul University!

Dr Amrita P Marla spoke on hospital management and organizational structure, patient care, quality standards, modern medical technologies, ICU & critical care responding & management, infection control, safety at all levels, teamwork, emergency & ethical practices.

Dr Rehman took an exclusive session highlighting admin role, emergency & trauma care, ICU functioning, critical care, infection control protocols, advanced medical equipment & technology, team work, cordination & workflow.

CA Shantaram Shetty talked about how to deal with disasters and respond to emergencies, how to donate blood and use blood bank services, how to train and raise awareness about first aid, community health and welfare activities, the role of volunteers in humanitarian services, public health outreach, being ready for emergencies, and working with the government and health organizations.

Mrs. Corrine Antoinette Rafquinha’s session covered a lot of ground, including psychiatric nursing and mental health care, rehabilitation and care for homeless people, how to deal with patients’ behavior, counseling techniques, empathy and compassionate care, community mental health services, social stigma related to mental illness, ethical issues, and a holistic approach to mental and emotional health.

Dr. Sajith Mangalassery covered the basics of Ayurveda and holistic healing, Panchakarma therapy and its benefits, how Ayurveda can help with preventive healthcare, herbal medicines and natural treatments, changing your diet and lifestyle, and how Ayurveda can work with modern healthcare systems. If you’re passionate about becoming an ayurvedic doctor, wait not and start your career journey by enrolling in Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery (BAMS) from Parul University!

Doctors from Udupi District Health Hospital spoke about the organization of the district healthcare system, how national health programs are put into action, public health policies and administration, disease prevention and control (including how to handle TB), maternal and child health services, immunization programs, primary healthcare and community outreach, health data management and surveillance, and problems that come up in public health administration.

At The Manipal Museum of Anatomy & Pathology, students examined actual specimens and anatomical models, integrating theoretical knowledge with practical observation of bodily structures, functions, and pathological states.

The visual and interactive learning methods helped students build on their basic medical knowledge.

Nursing Career Perspectives

It’s often googled or asked whether PU is best for nursing students or not, well come to the campus and experience how the real process is working in Parul Institute of Nursing. The recent nursing tour to different institutions has given a massive exposure to nursing students on how they can amp their careers at all the levels. It offers B.Sc Nursing, GNM, Post-basic B.Sc Nursing, M.Sc Nursing. This faculty is recognized by the INC aka Indian Nursing Council, operates with 7 NABH-accredited hospitals, inclusion of 24 into 7 campus hospital, and Pragya – Advanced skills and simulation centre.