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A district-level study-cum-training camp was organized by the Youth Red Cross (YRC) Odisha State Branch at Raja Madhusudan Dev Degree College, Patia, from November 22 to 24, 2024. The event aimed to promote awareness and skills among youth volunteers, emphasizing service, safety, and sustainability. Four students from KIIT University actively participated in this enriching camp which includes a B.Sc. Nursing 5th Semester student, Sinjit Mukherjee The camp commenced on November 22 with registration at 9:00 AM, followed by the flag hoisting ceremony and a vibrant opening ceremony. The first day featured training sessions on the history and principles of the [...]

The Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecological Nursing (MSC Nursing 2nd year), Kalinga Institute of Nursing Sciences KINS), a constituent under KIIT-DU, observed a Inservice Education on 13th December 2024 at Demo Classroom O&G Building, Block- E, KIMS, PBMH with the theme of “Safe delivery app”. The focus of this program was to know the importance and orientation regarding safe delivery app. The programme was started by Soumi Samanta, MSc nursing 2nd year, with a introductory speech. Unfolding of the theme was delivered by Ms. Udita Ghosh, MSc nursing 2nd , who created an enthusiasm among the audience. The session started [...]

Human Right Day is celebrated every year on 10th Dec to commemorate the Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR), which was adopted and proclaimed by the General Assembly of the United Nations in 1948 as the shared standard yardstick to protect human rights across the globe. The theme for Human Rights Day 2024, “Our Rights, Our Future, Right Now”, highlights the continued relevance of human rights in addressing global challenges. The Department of Mental health Nursing, Kalinga Institute of Nursing Sciences (KINS), a constituent under KIIT-DU,arranged a spot painting program and guest talk to celebrated Human Right Day,2024 on 10th [...]

Department of Community Health Nursing of Kalinga Institute of Nursing Sciences (KINS), a constituent of KIIT-DU, under the guidance of Dr. Niyati Das, Principal and Dr. Anasuya Pattanayak, HOD,CHN dept. KINS observed World AIDS Day 2024 on 30th November 2024 on the theme "Take The rights Path, my Health, my Right." for the year 2024. In an attempt to create awareness of prevention of HIV/AIDS, the Community Department of KINS,KIIT Deemed to be University  observed ‘AIDS Awareness Day' rally on 30.12.2024 from 9.00 AM to 12.00 Noon. Our nursing students campaigned in UHTC Niladrivihar to spread the message about rights [...]

“Optimizing Antimicrobial Use to Prevent Antimicrobial Resistance in Newborns” with this theme for the year 2024, department of Child Health Nursing, KINS observed National Newborn Week (15 - 21st November) on  November 21, 2024 at KIMS Auditorium from 2 pm to 5 pm. Approximately 3.5 million babies are born prematurely in India, and one million newborns are discharged from Special Newborn Care Units (SNCUs) annually. The risk of death, stunting, and developmental delay is still very significant for these newborns. So it states the importance of newborn care. The program started with a energized welcome dance by the students of [...]

On September 30 th , 2024 The Department of Medical Surgical Nursing, KINS, KIIT (DU) observed the International Day of Older persons. This significant event aimed to raise the awareness about the issue faced by the older persons across the globe, with a focus on this year theme: "Ageing with dignity" The importance of strengthening care and support system for older persons Worldwide. The event began with a ceremonial lamb lighting by HOD of Medical Surgical Nursing, KINS, KIIT (DU), Bhubaneswar and Dr.(Prof.) Tanmoy Mohanty, Department of Orthopedics, PBMH (KIMS), KIIT DU and several faculty members from KINS also attended [...]

Perinatal asphyxia is an important preventable cause of neonatal mortality and morbidity, and Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) is the most effective tool to reduce perinatal asphyxia. To develop hands on skill and attitude among students in basic neonatal procedure, Indian academy of pediatrics conducted a workshop for nursing students. Total 100 participants from Bsc Nursing 6 th semester and M.Sc in Child health Nursing and OBG nursing specialty students and faculties were divided in to three groups. Prior this workshop, they had cleared the online NRP program and got eligible to attend this workshop. So it conducted on 7 th [...]

Obstetric & Gynecological Nursing and Child Health Nursing department of KINS, KIIT DU celebrated World Breast Feeding Week 2024 (1 st - 7 th week). This year theme was “Closing the gap: Breastfeeding support for all”. To disseminate this knowledge, a community extension program was conducted in slum areas of Niladri vihar by B.Sc Nursing 6 th semester on 3 rd August from 10 am to 11 am. Through a socio-drama, a group of students highlighted on importance and proper positioning of breastfeeding and they focused on family’s role in it. This program was successful by active participation of community people [...]

Kalinga Institute of Nursing Sciences (KINS), a constituent of KIIT Deemed-to-be-University (KIIT-DU) organized an International Conference on 27th July on the theme “Embedding Innovative Nursing Education For Sustainable Development’’on hybrid format in KIMS auditorium. The aim behind this, to promote utilization of present innovative technology in Nursing pedagogy & persuade nursing professionals towards collaborative & experiential learning. The Inaugural session was graced by Prof.(Dr.) Sudha A. Raddi, Principal, KAHER Institute of Nursing Sciences as Chief Guest, Prof.(Dr.)Jnyana Ranjan Mohanty, Registrar, KIIT DU, Prof.(Brig) Ambika Prasad Mohanty, Dean & Principal, KIMS. The Convener of the conference Prof.(Dr.)Niyati Das, Principal, KINS, delivered [...]