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Certainly, due to the corona infection, the nursing sector has emerged as an area of great demand. Now, after Covid-19, the way the Central Government and State Governments are making unprecedented allocations for the health sector in the budget for the financial year 2022-23 to advance the health sector, large allocations have been made for new hospitals and new medical colleges, career opportunities in the nursing sector are likely to grow by leaps and bounds .
Nursing sector is growing rapidly
According to the World Health Organisation report 2021, there are about 15.6 lakh nurses and 7.72 lakh auxiliary nurses in India. Whereas as per the new requirements of the nursing sector in the country, twice the number of nursing staff is needed. The highest share of nurses in the health sector in India at 47% shows the important role of nurses. The share of female nurses in India is about 88% and that of male nurses is about 12%. The extent to which the demand for nurses is increasing in the country and the world can be estimated from the recently published State of the World Nursing Report . According to this, by the year 2030, the new demand for 57 lakh nurses will increase worldwide .
Educational requirements for a career in the nursing sector
To pursue a career in Nursing, the first requirement is to pass 12th with Physics, Chemistry and Biology (PCB) subjects . Many types of degree, diploma and certificate courses are offered in the nursing field . B.Sc. (Nursing) course is a special attraction. This course is of four years duration. The minimum qualification for General Nursing and Midwifery (GNM) is also 12th. This is a course of three years duration. The diploma course of Auxiliary Nurse Midwife/Health Worker (ANM) is of two years duration and the minimum qualification is 10th pass. Similarly, some institutes also offer short term courses of Nursing Assistant (General Duty Assistant) , which can be done after 12th. For better prospects in the nursing field, take courses in Cardiology , Nephrology , Critical Care Special education and training is also received in super speciality etc. can be done . Those youths who want to make teaching in the field of nursing their career , after doing B.Sc. (Nursing) they can do M.Sc. (Nursing) , which is a two year course.
Actually, nurses have many types of roles depending on their capabilities . Nurses who work in hospitals , nursing homes, etc. These nurses are called general nurses. Their main work includes assisting the doctor in his work , taking care of patients, administrative responsibilities etc. Those nurses come under the midwife category , whose specialization is to take care of pregnant women and provide assistance during childbirth. Apart from this , the youth associated with nursing who provide medical services to the people living in rural areas are called health workers .
Career-specific skills in the nursing sector
The work of a nurse is imbued with the spirit of service to humanity . The work of a nurse sounds easy and simple , but in reality it is a very responsible job. A nurse should be kind by nature , should have the ability to work in difficult situations , should have stamina and the ability to work for long hours without any break. A nurse should have the quality of patience , good communication skills , the nurse should have the qualities of discipline and full concentration on the work . A skilled nurse can take proper care of patients by understanding their emotions and psychology well. Computer skills and understanding of psychology are also beneficial for making a good career in the nursing sector .
Career opportunities in nursing sector
Undoubtedly, the nursing sector is a career field with immense possibilities. Due to the corona infection and increasing awareness towards health, the way the government is mobilizing extensive resources for the health sector in every corner of the country , new hospitals are constantly opening , nursing homes and clinics are opening , career opportunities in the nursing sector are also increasing at the same pace . There are a large number of job opportunities for nurses in government and private hospitals. Orphanages , old age homes , sanatoriums There are also various employment opportunities in Defence Services , Indian Red Cross Society etc. There are ample career opportunities with good salaries and facilities for nurses in various countries of the world including US , Canada , England and Middle East .
Undoubtedly , the way the government is strengthening the health infrastructure after the increasing demand for nurses during the Corona period , the nursing sector will get a boost. growing brighter and brighter It has become a career option . Youngsters who want to make a career in the field of nursing should take admission in various nursing colleges located in every corner of the country. Ensure the nursing course suited to you by selecting a college offering quality education and training as per your suitability. And move ahead on the bright path of career in nursing sector .
Dr. Jayantilal Bhandari (Career Counselor) 111, Gumasta Nagar , Indore- 9 ( Phone- 0731 2482060, 2480090)
