The Stephen s Chronicle Official Newsletter of St. Stephen s Hospital College of Nursing

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org Vol :2, Issue : 3 Aug 2013 - Mar 2014 I feel happy to work in this College of Nursing and lead it, with the support of our Director, administrators and entire teaching and non-teaching

College of Nursing is only 6 years old, but its growth measured in terms of students academic achievements, the curriculum implementation, examination, evaluation etc. is very good.

It was graded A by Government of NCT and this year also we had excellent results. Ms. Tessy Chacko of our 2 nd batch of B.Sc.(Hons.) Nursing i.e. 2009 batch received a gold medal during the University convocation.

The 2 nd combined graduation ceremony was organized for B.Sc.(Hons.) Nursing and GNM batches of 2009 & 2010 respectively. Dr. G. Josephine R.

The journey ahead is very long and challenging.

comprehensive health care services. All the best for the forthcoming examinations. I wish you all a very Happy Easter. ::: Principal s Ink ::: Prof. (Mrs.

1 The Stephen s Chronicle Official Newsletter of St. Stephen s Hospital College of Nursing Tis Hazari, Delhi, , Phone: (Ext 677), Fax Web : ssh@vsnl.com, college@ststephenshospital.org Vol :2, Issue : 3 Aug Mar 2014 I feel happy to work in this College of Nursing and lead it, with the support of our Director, administrators and entire teaching and non-teaching fraternity of this institution. College of Nursing is only 6 years old, but its growth measured in terms of students academic achievements, the curriculum implementation, examination, evaluation etc. is very good. Although short, the journey of the College of Nursing has been very satisfying, if viewed against its explicit objective. It was graded A by Government of NCT and this year also we had excellent results. Ms. Tessy Chacko of our 2 nd batch of B.Sc.(Hons.) Nursing i.e batch received a gold medal during the University convocation. During the annual Sports Meet of the I.P. University, our students brought laurel to our college. My sincere appreciation & gratitude to the Sports Committee and the students. The 2 nd combined graduation ceremony was organized for B.Sc.(Hons.) Nursing and GNM batches of 2009 & 2010 respectively. Dr. G. Josephine R. Little Flower, Nursing Advisor, Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Government of India, graced the occasion as the Chief Guest. Hearty Congratulations to all the graduates. The journey ahead is very long and challenging. Though we have set our goals, we need to benchmark ourselves on various areas such as research in order to enable the college to contribute its maximum towards quality nursing education & for comprehensive health care services. All the best for the forthcoming examinations. I wish you all a very Happy Easter. ::: Principal s Ink ::: Prof. (Mrs.) Pennamma Ranadive Principal, College of Nursing The SNA of the college welcomed the new batch of B.Sc. (Hons.) and GNM students with a lot of enthusiasm on 14 th September The Chief Guest for the day Dr. Sudhir Joseph, Director of our hospital shared an inspirational message for the new students. Best Employee Award Ms. Mary Sarma, Vice- Principal of our College of Nursing has been honoured with the Dr. G.P. Chhabra Memorial Award as Best Employee at Patient Welfare Society function in The students and faculty attended the Fire Safety Week organized by St. Stephen s Hospital between 19 th to 24 th August The students learnt about the causes of fire and how to prevent them. They also got to know about the types of extinguishers and the hospital protocol to be followed in case of an emergency.

The Stephen s Chronicle Page 2 Vol 2, Issue 3; Aug 2013 - Mar 2014 4th year participated in the health education competition

Sc 2nd year students participated in the sports competition and Ms. Sherly Barnabas B.Sc. (Hons.

Barkha Mabel Dass of B.Sc. (Hons.) Nursing 1st year was chosen as Miss Fresher 2013 by the panel of judges.

October 2013. The Chief Guest for the function was Ms. Nutan Mathur, Television Artiste.

colleges of Delhi. Ms. Neha Pahal student of B.Sc. (Hons.

2 The Stephen s Chronicle Page 2 Vol 2, Issue 3; Aug Mar th year participated in the health education competition held at Holy Family Hospital College of Nursing on 20th September Ms. Feba Peter B.Sc 2nd year students participated in the sports competition and Ms. Sherly Barnabas B.Sc. (Hons.) Nursing 1st year in floor decoration competition held on 21st September 2013 at RAK College of Nursing. Nite Ms. Barkha Mabel Dass of B.Sc. (Hons.) Nursing 1st year was chosen as Miss Fresher 2013 by the panel of judges. Onam was also celebrated on the same day and commemorating this event was the Attapookalam competition and the traditional onam lunch. Hospital sports activities began from August 2013 and concluded in the month of October with the Talent Nite function on 26th October The Chief Guest for the function was Ms. Nutan Mathur, Television Artiste. SNA State-Level The students of our college participated in various state-level SNA competitions organized in different nursing colleges of Delhi. Ms. Neha Pahal student of B.Sc. (Hons.) Nursing 4th year participated in the poetry competition that was held in RML College of Nursing on 17th September Ms. Achsah Phillipose and Ms. Amith Mathew of B.Sc. (Hons.) Nursing 3rd year participated in Poster making and Ms. Neha Pahal and team of B.Sc. (Hons.) Nursing It was a fun-filled competitive evening with a mixture of various cultural performances. Our students and faculty bagged many medals and prizes in both sports and cultural events.

The Stephen s Chronicle Page 3 Vol 2, Issue 3; Aug 2013 - Mar 2014 GGSIPU 10th Annual The B.Sc. (Hons.

The students participated in different sports events such as tug-of-war, relay race, running, javelin throw, triple jump, chess and table tennis. The silver medal winners included Ms.

Nisha Mony Thomas, Ms. Revathi M Pillai, Ms. Rency Reji, Ms. Blessy Babu, Ms. P. Tanvy, Ms. Uma, B.Sc. (Hons.) Nursing 3 rd year; Ms. Jino Alex, B.Sc. (Hons.) Nursing 1 st year brought home the bronze medal.

3 The Stephen s Chronicle Page 3 Vol 2, Issue 3; Aug Mar 2014 GGSIPU 10th Annual The B.Sc. (Hons.) Nursing students attended the annual inter-college sports meet of the university from 7 th to 9 th November The students participated in different sports events such as tug-of-war, relay race, running, javelin throw, triple jump, chess and table tennis. The silver medal winners included Ms. Feba Peter for 1500 mts race and Ms. Vandani Bhandari for long jump. The tug-of-war team comprised of Ms. Anumol Antony, B.Sc. (Hons.) Nursing 4 th year; Ms. Jyothi Susan Varghese, Ms. Nisha Mony Thomas, Ms. Revathi M Pillai, Ms. Rency Reji, Ms. Blessy Babu, Ms. P. Tanvy, Ms. Uma, B.Sc. (Hons.) Nursing 3 rd year; Ms. Jino Alex, B.Sc. (Hons.) Nursing 1 st year brought home the bronze medal. The students also bagged 2 trophies-one for standing first in march past and second for overall championship in women category. Ms. Feba Peter and Ms. Archana Thomas of B.Sc. (Hons.) Nursing 2 nd year represented GGSIPU for triple jump at the national-level university sports meet at Patiala, Punjab. AIIMS Quiz Competition The relay race team comprising of Ms. Vandana Bhandari & Ms. Tripti Chauhan, B.Sc. (Hons.) Nursing 3 rd year and Ms. Archana Thomas & Ms. Feba Peter, B.Sc. (Hons.) Nursing 2 nd year won the gold medal for both 4X100 mts and 4X400 mts events. The other gold medal winners included Ms. Archana Thomas for triple jump and Ms. Tanvy, B.Sc. (Hons.) Nursing 3 rd year for javelin throw. The students of B.Sc. (Hons.) Nursing 3 rd year and B.Sc. (Hons.) Nursing 4 th year participated in a quiz competition Heart and Health organized by College of Nursing, AIIMS, New Delhi on 3 rd and 11 th October The team comprised of Ms. Aditi Arora, B.Sc. (Hons.) Nursing 4 th year and Ms. Vinita & Ms. Vandana Bhandari of B.Sc. (Hons.) Nursing 3 rd year. The students were guided by Ms Sangeeta Maccune, Assistant Professor of our college.

The Stephen s Chronicle Page 4 Vol 2, Issue 3; Aug 2013 - Mar 2014 Infection Control Week The hospital celebrated the Infection Control Week from 11 th to 14 th November 2013 organised by the

Students presented a short educative skit on prevention of infection in the hospital. The students were guided by two teachers, Ms. H.K.Chiin Baite and Ms. Moni Manisha Joel. C.M.A.I.

It was four days of fellowship, worship and networking on social, technical and healthcare issues.

It was an enjoyable and arousing experience for all. On the event of World AIDS day (2 nd December), SNA organised a health education programme outside Patient Waiting Area of the hospital.

4 The Stephen s Chronicle Page 4 Vol 2, Issue 3; Aug Mar 2014 Infection Control Week The hospital celebrated the Infection Control Week from 11 th to 14 th November 2013 organised by the Infection control team which is headed by Dr. S.K. Chumber, HOD Microbiology. The students actively participated in various competitions like poster making, declamation, and slogan completion. Students presented a short educative skit on prevention of infection in the hospital. The students were guided by two teachers, Ms. H.K.Chiin Baite and Ms. Moni Manisha Joel. C.M.A.I. Biennial Conference Few College faculty and students travelled to Coimbatore to attend the exciting 42 nd Biennial Conference of the C.M.A.I. from 6 th to 9 th November It was four days of fellowship, worship and networking on social, technical and healthcare issues. There were sessions for doctors, nurses, allied health professionals, hospital administrators, chaplains and students. There were evening cultural programmes too. It was an enjoyable and arousing experience for all. On the event of World AIDS day (2 nd December), SNA organised a health education programme outside Patient Waiting Area of the hospital. The theme for 2013 was Getting to zero: Zero new HIV infections, Zero discrimination, Zero AIDS-related deaths. The Director Dr. Sudhir Joseph shared his views on the theme which was followed by a role play by the GNM 3 rd year students. Through the role play the students explained the various ways in which AIDS is transmitted and its management. Haggai Institute Seminar The Haggai Institute conducted a three days seminar on Leadership for the GNM Internship students from 28 th to 30 th January The programme was organised to enhance the leadership skills of Christian leaders in our country so that they will be effective witnesses for our Lord Jesus Christ through their works and life.

The Stephen s Chronicle Page 5 Vol 2, Issue 3; Aug 2013 - Mar 2014 The Bible says, For unto us a Child is born, unto us a Son is given.

The preparation for the carol singing began few weeks earlier. The SNA Christmas party was organized on 16 th December 2013. The Chief Guest Dr.

The 1 st and 2 nd prizes for the Attapookalam competition were also announced and given to B.Sc. (Hons.) Nursing 3 rd years and B.Sc. (Hons.) Nursing 4 th years respectively.

On 24 th December, the students and faculty participated in the Candlelight Procession spreading the peace and joy of Christmas through carols in the hospital.

5 The Stephen s Chronicle Page 5 Vol 2, Issue 3; Aug Mar 2014 The Bible says, For unto us a Child is born, unto us a Son is given. Christmas is celebrated in the institution with utmost joy and enthusiasm. The students decorate the college and the hostel for the big celebration. The preparation for the carol singing began few weeks earlier. The SNA Christmas party was organized on 16 th December The Chief Guest Dr. Sudhir Joseph, Director gave a wonderful message of Christmas. The students performed various programmes like skit, carols and choreography. The 1 st and 2 nd prizes for the Attapookalam competition were also announced and given to B.Sc. (Hons.) Nursing 3 rd years and B.Sc. (Hons.) Nursing 4 th years respectively. A fellowship lunch was organized for all. On 24 th December, the students and faculty participated in the Candlelight Procession spreading the peace and joy of Christmas through carols in the hospital. To conclude we can say that Christmas was in the Air. Anugoonj On 8 th February 2014, GGSIP University organised a cultural event Anugoonj. Ms. Srishti, B.Sc (Hons.) Nursing 2 nd year & Ms. Rachel Dutt, B.Sc. (Hons.) Nursing 1 st year participated in singing competition and Ms. Amith Mathew, B.Sc. (Hons.) Nursing 3 rd year in cartoon-making competition. Students witnessed a mixture of talents as all the colleges of the university were present at the event. Christian Fellowship Activities Christian Retreats were organized for both students and faculty by the Spiritual Nurturing Committee during the months of November 2013 and March The retreats were spiritually encouraging. They were led by Rev. Mohit Hiter and Rev. Kamal Mall.

The Stephen s Chronicle Page 6 Vol 2, Issue 3; Aug 2013 - Mar 2014 Farewell The SNA organised a short farewell party for Mrs. Santhamma Syriac, Addl.

The students also organized a small cultural programme and they shared their classroom and clinical experiences with Madam. Ms.

GNM Interns Farewell Farewell for the 2010 batch of GNM Interns was held on 24 th January 2014 in the Conference Hall. It was a fun-filled cultural event comprising of songs, skit and dance.

Sudhir Joseph, in his message addressed the gathering and inspired the audience especially, the students and graduates. The Principal of our College, Prof. (Mrs.

6 The Stephen s Chronicle Page 6 Vol 2, Issue 3; Aug Mar 2014 Farewell The SNA organised a short farewell party for Mrs. Santhamma Syriac, Addl. Vice Principal of our college on 4 th October 2013 in the Student Nurses Mess. The programme began with a word of prayer and a prayer song. The students also organized a small cultural programme and they shared their classroom and clinical experiences with Madam. Ms. Santhamma Syriac also went down memory lane and shared her 24 years of experience at SSH. The SNA presented a small memento as a token of appreciation for her contribution to the college of nursing. GNM Interns Farewell Farewell for the 2010 batch of GNM Interns was held on 24 th January 2014 in the Conference Hall. It was a fun-filled cultural event comprising of songs, skit and dance. The chief guest for the event was Dr. Sudhir Joseph, our Director. Ms. Poonam was chosen as Miss Stephen s India graced the function with her benign presence. The Director of our hospital, Dr. Sudhir Joseph, in his message addressed the gathering and inspired the audience especially, the students and graduates. The Principal of our College, Prof. (Mrs.) Pennamma Ranadive shed light on the College activities in her Annual Report. The 1 st year students came forward and lighted their lamps and recited the Nurse s pledge. The Chief Guest in her address reflected upon the nursing profession, its service to humanity and encouraged the budding nurses. The Degree and Diploma were awarded to the graduates of both B.Sc. (Hons.) Nursing and GNM programmes. The Best Outgoing Student Award was conferred upon Miss Stephy Susan Sam and Miss Anjali of B.Sc (Hons.) Nursing and GNM courses respectively. The meritorious students who had excelled in academics were also awarded prizes. The College takes pride in mentioning that Miss Tessy Chacko from the outgoing batch of B.Sc (Hons.) Nursing has been honoured with gold medal from the GGSIP University. Lamp Lighting & Graduation The Lamp Lighting Ceremony of the 1 st Year nursing students of the 2013 batch and Graduation of the 2009 batch of B.Sc. (Hons.) Nursing and 2010 batch of GNM students was held on 14 th February 2014 in the Conference Hall of our hospital. Dr. Josephine R. Little Flower, Nursing Advisor to the Govt. of

7 The Stephen s Chronicle Page 7 Vol 2, Issue 3; Aug Mar 2014

The Stephen s Chronicle Page 8 Vol 2, Issue 3; Aug 2013 - Mar 2014 Memento was presented to the Chief Guest as a token of gratitude.

The function ended with the National Anthem. Farewell to Our Principal Continuing Nursing Education (CNE) A special series of three classes was taken by Dr. S.K.

Raj, Clinical Instructor Gr II Farewell Prof. (Mrs) Pennamma Ranadive, Prinicipal, College of Nursing left the institution on 8 th March 2014.

8 The Stephen s Chronicle Page 8 Vol 2, Issue 3; Aug Mar 2014 Memento was presented to the Chief Guest as a token of gratitude. The programme was attended by various distinguished guests from different institutions; parents of the students, graduates and awardees; staff and students of our hospital. The function ended with the National Anthem. Farewell to Our Principal Continuing Nursing Education (CNE) A special series of three classes was taken by Dr. S.K. Chumber, HOD Microbiology for the faculty and staff nurses on Teaching and Learning Methods. Ms. Josmin A. Jose, Clinical Instructor GrII Ms. Rashmi Kadyan, Clinical Instructor GrII Ms. Nisha A. Raj, Clinical Instructor Gr II Farewell Prof. (Mrs) Pennamma Ranadive, Prinicipal, College of Nursing left the institution on 8 th March In honor of all her hardwork and contribution to the institute the SNA organised a farewell function on 27 th February, 2014 at the Student Nurses Hostel Quadrangle. The function was graced by the Director of our hospital Dr. Sudhir Joseph. It was attended by Deputy Directors, hospital administration, faculty and students. Dr. Sudhir Joseph shared his experience of working with Prof. (Mrs) Pennamma Ranadive. Mrs. Ranadive also shared some nostalgic memories during her tenure here. A small cultural event was also organised. The SNA presented a small memento as a token of love. Conference Attended by the Faculty Mrs. Sheeba Joseph Nath attended a two days conference on Multi disciplinary Healthcare at AIIMS, Delhi on 11 th and 12 th January Prof. (Mrs.) Pennamma Ranadive, Principal Mrs. Santhamma Syriac, Addl. Vice Principal Ms. Nitin Varghese, Clinical Instructor Gr II Ms. Ankita Gazan, Clinical Instructor Gr II Ms. Sarah Samuel, Clinical Instructor Gr II Ms. Sabitamol N.K., Clinical Instructor Gr II Ms. Amoe, Clerical Staff WEDDING BELLS Ms. Sheeba Joseph, Clinical Instructor Gr. II got married to Mr. Aditya Nath on 27 th December 2013 Hearty congratulations to all the GNM students for the good result in Annual exams! Ms. Jessy Blesson, Clinical Instructor Grade II gave birth to a baby girl on 6 th January 2014 All the Best B.Sc. (Hons.) Nursing students appearing for annual examinations! Published By : The Principal, St. Stephen s Hospital, College of Nursing, Delhi Editorial Team : Ms. Feba Geevarghese, Ms. Shoba George, Ms. Sheeba Joseph, Student Members of Publication and Communication Committee Designed By : Mr Rajiv Chandra Ranjan, St Stephen s Hospital, Delhi

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