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About

Red Crescent College of Nursing was founded in 2010 and began the Basic B.Sc. Nursing degree program with adequate infrastructure, well-equipped laboratories, adequate transportation and catering, and a library with the most recent editions of textbooks and journal publications from both domestic and international publishers.

In addition to receiving hands-on training in performing treatments and ongoing clinical supervision in both the parent and affiliated hospitals, students received training from highly qualified, experienced instructors.

In tests administered by Kerala University of Health Sciences, Thrissur, students received perfect scores.

Al-Irshad Charitable Society (Regd) manages the 250-bed multispecialty Red Crescent Hospital in Feroke, Calicut, Kerala

It was begun on 3 acres of ground next to NH 17 (Cochin-Calicut Highway), in a peaceful area, and is only 12 kilometers from the airport in Calicut.

Library

Red Crescent college of Nursing library has been considered as soul of advanced learning.The role has been to provide access to the relevant information to the members of the academic community for the successful procurement of academic programs.

The college of Nursing Has a library with 3000 sqft. Library collections are evaluated continuously against standard bibliographies and against records of their use to add collections. The library is fully automated and has a comprehensive and well-rounded collection of about 4800 books shelved using Dewey decimal classification, both national and international journals in print and online version, magazines, newspapers and other reading materials. They are kept in different sections on the basis of their categorization.

A good collection of students’ research works is also maintained. The back volumes of the journals are bound and kept separately for ready reference.

Objectives

1 . To assist the teaching schedule of the college.

2 . To make available reading material for independent study and research;

3 . To support the students to make them more cognizant.

4 . To support the objectives, mission and vision of the college

The Library provides:

1 . Book lending service to students and teachers.

3 . Access to e-journals with the help of user ID and password.

4 . Latest collection of text books, course related materials and journals.

5 . Text and standard reference books to the students, necessary to prepare for their examinations.

6 . Relevant literature and information on the subject to support the teaching staff in the pursuit of higher studies and research.

7 . User-orientation training to new enrolled to make them feel at home and to acquaint them with the library system so that they could make maximum use of library services.

8 . Internet & Photocopying facilities.

9 . Helping reading environment for students and faculty with a good ambience.

10 . Preservation of documents for future use.

Laboratory

Child Health Nursing Lab

Occupies 900 sq. ft. area and is the best simulative place to learn practical aspects before actual clinical experience.

The lab is adequately equipped with latest pediatric and CPR manikins, IV infusion arm, physical assessment articles, play items and booklets, models, charts and video CDs as AV aids for learning and conducting procedures by Third year students.

Child Health Lab empowers the undergraduates to be competent, integrate the theory into practice through evidence-based learning, and to develop interactive skills to deal with parents and children in meeting their needs. The students are motivated to participate in exhibitions, rally and educational sessions on various topics like breast feeding, new-born care, and prevention of communicable and non-communicable diseases and organize educational programs at hospital, community and schools

Community Health Nursing Lab

Our CHN lab is properly equipped (970 sq. ft.) and well furnished with healthy environment of learning for the under graduates and post graduates so as to provide the basic care in terms of primary health care forthe people.

The lab is arranged in such a manner that the student of the nursing programme can practice the procedure to improve the skill and make effective AV aids needed for the public and related to community health concerns. CHN lab is therefore an extension and expansion of the ideal guidelines of community health nursing

Fundamentals of Nursing lab

FON lab is a well-equipped elementary lab (1560 sq. ft.) aimed to demonstrate competency in performing basic nursing skills for individuals with common health alterations.

There are adequate multipurpose mannequins like Male and female catheter, multi purpose, CPR, Hair wash, Injection, IV infusion etc in which student can practice the various nursing procedures before actual experience at hospital. The lab provides variety of AV Aids which is fundamental to their learning and is spacious enough so that we can perform simulation to enhance the bridging between the theory and practice.

Anatomy lab

Anatomy lab (900 sq. ft.) provides opportunity for the students to understand the various structures and functions of the human body

It enables learning using articulated skeletons, torsos, bones, models, Audio visual aids etc. These models and specimens serve as a real organ for a beginner in nursing and provide comprehensive learning about the human body.

Nutrition lab

Nutrition lab (940 sq. ft.) facilitate the students to develop skills in preparing nutritious and therapeutic diets at different stages of life and its application for practice of nursing. The lab is well established with all facilities including gas stoves, refrigerators and variety of articles and vessels for the development of skills in preparation of different food items in health and sickness.

Advanced Skill Lab

We have a well-equipped lab (600 sq. ft) with variety of equipment’s such as, advanced surgical suturing arm, adult venepuncture IV training arm, advanced practice mannikins in which the students are able to perform procedures like tracheostomy and colostomy care, thoracentesis, renal, hepatic and lumbar puncture, electric trachea intubation and CPR.

The lab supports the under graduates in developing expertise and depth knowledge in the field of Medical Surgical Nursing. The lab aims to develop skill to function as a specialized nurse and integrate the concept of family centered nursing care as a member of health team while caring the clients.

Obstetrics and Gynecology lab

Set up in a vision to provide a preliminary effective experience in taking care of mother and new-born. It is equipped (1200 sq. ft.) with birthing simulators, Obstetric manikins, Pelvis, Foetal skull, specimens, obstetrical instruments, 3D models and charts.

This helps the undergraduates and post graduate students to acquire knowledge and skills in rendering nursing care to normal and high risk women during antenatal, intra natal and postnatal periods in hospital and community settings.

Computer Lab

Nursing has always been a very technically advanced field. Computers are an integral part of hospital and private practice culture, and thus of the nursing profession. Computer systems are used for Patient Administration, Electronic Medical Records, and Inter office communication and in other applications.

Computer Lab develops basic understanding of the uses of computer and its applications in nursing. The objective is to assist and enhance the possibilities of our nursing students in succeeding with their assignments. The other major objective is for our students to carry out deeper research for their projects.

Computer Lab at Red Crescent College of Nursing is equipped with sufficient computer systems at a ratio of 1:5 and supported with high Fiber Optical Static IP internet speed; there is UPS system that ensures uninterrupted power supply. The college is also Wi-Fi Enabled.

Hi Tech class rooms

All classes have sufficient space. For advanced study, all class rooms have a fixed LCD projector with an audio system. Wifi is available in all classes, assisting instructors and students with modern learning and research.

Hostel

Hostel Facility is available only for girls. Hostel is situated in a very cool & serene area within the Hospital campus. Two to four students are accommodated in a room with necessary amenities. There are 2 Wardens s are who with their motherly yet stern actions help the students to lead a well-disciplined life. Resident teachers helps students on their studies during hostel timings.

Caterers are appointed who prepare food and served in the dining area . There are four meals per day being breakfast, lunch, tea and dinner. Every three months a review is done on Menu.

Students have facilities for recreation, strict study hours, batch wise prayers &other spiritual activities. The management lays special emphasis on the cleanliness and hygiene of Hostel. STP (Sewerage treatment Plant), Biogas plant and Incinerator provides for meeting environmental regulations.

Mobile usage: Currently as per the discussion and agreement reached in the parent teacher association (PTA) meeting held periodically, mobiles are not allowed to be kept by the students. The wardens facilitate students to call their parents on designated days and on designated time unless urgency warrants.

Hostel is a ragging free campus. Principal, Administrator and Board of Management are fully authorized to change the Rules and Regulations of the Hostel at any time without prior notice.

Parent Hospital

Red Crescent Hospital in Chungam, Kozhikode was established in the year 2003, is a top player in the category Private Hospitals in the Kozhikode by Al Irshad Charitable Society (Reg). This well-known establishment acts as a one-stop destination servicing customers both local and from other parts of Kozhikode. The hospital has 250 beds and several specialties, including cardiac super specialty and neonatology with ICU including 24 hr service of Pediatrician. It is an effortless task in commuting to this establishment as there are various modes of transport readily available. It is known to provide top service in the following categories Cardiac, Emergency , General Medicine, General Surgery ,Gynecology , Pediatric ,ENT, Dermatology , Ortho, Ortho Surgery, Neurology , dental and occupied with all advanced Diagnostic Measures . The hospital is sufficient for clinical supervision of College of Nursing students.

Affiliated Hospital

Government Mental Health Centre ,Kuthiravattam, Kozhikkode

Government Mental Health Centre, Kozhikode right from its inception in the colonial period in 1872 is committed to the promotion of mental health and has a legacy of 147 years of devotion towards the mentally ill. The bed strength of the hospital is 474 and on an average 3000 patients are treated every month as outpatients. The hospital works round the clock with 24 hours admission and emergency services. GMHC is affiliated to the National Board of Examinations and runs the DNB Programme in Psychiatry and also provides academic training for Students of Medicine, Nursing, Clinical Psychology , Social Work and Pharmacy. The hospital works in close co-operation with the District Administration, Social Justice Department Govt. Medical College, IMHANS, District Legal Services Authority , Various PsychoSocial Rehabilitation Centres , Volunteers and Wellwishers and works not only towards the treatment of mentally illness but towards the promotion of mental health inorder to facilitate every human being to live their life to the fullest extent.

Under the guidance of a medical superintended and teaching faculty, students regularly get clinical training that lasts more than six years, and here are where the students' University and model practical tests are held.

The Government Women and Children Hospital, Kozhikkode

The Government Women and Children Hospital, Kottaparamba, which is the only National Accreditation Board for Hospitals and Healthcare Providers (NABH)-approved government hospital in North Malabar. The hospital set up in 1903 in memory of Queen Victoria caters to patients across the district with gynaecology, paediatric and anaesthesia departments. At present around 500 deliveries are conducted in the hospital every month, and the number of outpatient consultations comes around 600 a day.

From here, students used to gain valuable clinical experience in child health nursing and OB/GYN nursing. Exams are going smoothly right now.

ESI Hospital , Feroke, Kozhikkode

ESI Hospital Feroke in Feroke, Kozhikode is a reliable name in the industry as they aim to deliver the best experience to their customers. This has helped them build up a loyal customer base. They started their journey in and ever since, they have ensured that the customer remains at the centre of their business operations and philosophy.ESI Hospital , Feroke is a 100 bedded multi specialty hospital situated in Feroke . The hospital is having various departments like General Medicine, Oncology , Surgery, ENT, Ophthalmology , Operation theatre , Emergenecy Medicine etc.

Community Health Centre , Cheruvannoor , Kozhikkode

Community Health Center, Cheruvannor is a Provision of medical care, Maternal-child health including family planning, Safe water supply and basic sanitation, Prevention and control of locally endemic diseases, Collection and reporting of vital statistics, Education about health, National health programmes, as relevant Referral services,Training of health guides, health workers.

Students of the College of Nursing is actively participating in all health related activities in collaboration with NSS unit and Community Health Nursing Department.