World Breast Feeding Week – 2025 was celebrated on 07-08-2025. Exhibition and Role play was organized on theme “Prioritize Breastfeeding: Create Sustainable Support Systems” to create awareness regarding breastfeeding among the postnatal mothers who are attending the immunization clinic at Primary Health Centre, Varuna. Dr. Prasad, Chief Medical officer, Primary Health Centre, Varuna was the chief guest and inaugurated the program. 3^rd year B Sc Nursing  and I Year PB BSc Nursing students participated in the program and created the awareness among the public through role play and Health Exhibition.

JSS College of Nursing in collaboration with Dept of Pediatrics and nursing unit of NICU, JSS Hospital organized Health exhibition and role play regarding importance of breast feeding on 04-08-2025 on occasion of World Breast feeding week.

Department of Child Health Nursing organized a Guest Lecture on “Pediatric Emergencies” on 05.08.2025 from 10.30am to 12.30am. Dr. Chethak KB, Associate Professor, Pediatrician, JSS Medical College and Hospital was the guest speaker and the program was inaugurated by chief guest at 10.15am.  The overall objective was to sensitize the students regarding the management of pediatric emergencies and nurse’s responsibilities.  3rd Year B. Sc (N) and   I Year PB BSc (N) and I MSc Nursing students attended the programme. Guest lecture was effective in enhancing the knowledge of the students.

About the Workshop

Workshop on “Skill Up to Save: Essential Newborn Care (ENBC) and Facility-Based Newborn Care (FNBC) in Action. A Hands-on Simulation in Neonatal care and Resuscitation skills” aims to demonstrate skills in practice of resuscitation skills, Essential newborn care and functional newborn care. Facilitate simulation session independently with high quality pre-briefing, scenario and debriefing. Workshop was conducted with expert speakers from Nursing institution as well as In-house experts for interaction sessions related to their domains. Sessions were organized to groom students for their prospective career and for enhancing the skills.

Objectives:

Upon successful completion of the workshop, participants will be able to:

1. Develop optimal knowledge and skill in resuscitation, ENBC and FNBC
2. Outline the concept of the Circle of Learning
3. Demonstrates skills practice using checklists and skills evaluation
4. Enhance decision-making and critical thinking using case studies

Organizing Team and Training Team

The members of the organizing team were Dr. Ambika K, Associate Professor & HOD, Department of Child Health Nursing, Dr. Rashmi N.T, Assistant Professor, Department of Child Health Nursing and Mr. Suneel Kumar. C N, Assistant Lecturer, Department of Child Health Nursing, JSS College of Nursing, Mysuru.

Training team consists of Dr. Sarika M. Shetty, Associate Professor, Department of Anesthesiology, JSS Medical College, Mysuru, Dr.  Sushma .K MD (Pediatrics / Fellowship in Neonatology), Associate  Professor,  JSS Medical College,  Mysuru, Dr. Ambika K, Associate Professor & HOD, Department of Child Health Nursing, JSS College of Nursing, Mysuru, Dr. Rashmi N.T, Assistant Professor , Department of  Child Health Nursing , JSS College of Nursing, Mysuru and Mr. Suneel Kumar. C N, Assistant Lecturer, Department of Child Health Nursing,  JSS College of Nursing, Mysuru, were the resource persons for Essential Newborn C(ENBC), Facility Based Newborn Care (FNBC) and Basic Neonatal Resuscitation Program.

First day (24-04-2025) Theory session on Essential Newborn C(ENBC), Facility Based Newborn Care (FNBC) and Neonatal resuscitation By Dr. Sarika M. Shetty, Associate Professor, Department of Anesthesiology, JSS Medical college, Mysuru followed by hands on sessions by Dr. Ambika K, Associate Professor & HOD, Department of Child Health Nursing, Dr. Rashmi N.T, Assistant Professor, Department of Child Health Nursing and Mr. Suneel Kumar. C N, Assistant Lecturer, Department of Child Health Nursing, JSS College of Nursing, Mysuru.

Second day (25-04-2025) Theory session on Essential Newborn C(ENBC), Facility Based Newborn Care (FNBC) and Neonatal resuscitation By Dr. Sushma. K, MD (Pediatrics / Fellowship in Neonatology), Associate Professor,   JSS Medical College, Mysuru  followed by hands on sessions by Dr. Ambika K, Associate Professor & HOD, Department of Child Health Nursing,   Dr. Rashmi N.T, Assistant Professor, Department of Child Health Nursing and Mr. Suneel Kumar. C N, Assistant Lecturer, Department of Child Health Nursing, JSS College of Nursing, Mysuru.

Total 171 delegates from various Nursing institutions like, Alphonza College of Nursing Mysuru and JSS College of Nursing, Chamarajanagara and JSS College of Nursing, Mysuru were registered for the workshop.

Workshop was inaugurated at 10.30 am on 24-04-2025. Dr. Sarika M. Shetty, Associate Professor, Department of Anaesthesiology, JSS Medical College, Mysuru, Professor Aswathy Devi M.K Principal JSS College of Nursing, Dr. Ambika K. Associate Professor & HOD, Department of Child Health Nursing, JSS College of Nursing, Mysuru were present during the ceremony.

Key note address by Dr. Sarika M Shetty

Inaugural of Workshop on “Skill up to Save: Essential Newborn Care (ENBC) and Facility Based Newborn Care (FNBC) in Action: A Hands-on Simulation in Neonatal care And Resuscitation skills”

Dr. Sarika M. Shetty, Associate Professor, Department of Anaesthesiology, JSS Medical College, Mysuru  addressed the keynote and  expressed the need for organizing workshops which helps students to bridge the gap between theory and practice and highlighted the Importance and role of nurses in neonatal resuscitation.

The workshop commenced by conducting pre-test and with the brief introduction about the overall goal of the workshop to participants followed by first theory session on “Essential Newborn Care (ENBC) and Facility Based Newborn Care (FNBC) and Basic neonatal resuscitation” was taken by Dr. Sarika M. Shetty, Associate Professor, Department of Anaesthesiology, JSS Medical College, Mysuru and further Hands on skill training  on Essential Newborn Care (ENBC) and Facility Based Newborn Care (FNBC) and Basic  neonatal resuscitation was demonstrated by the 3 resource persons  under 3 simulation tables. Thereby the morning session was completed and soon after the valedictory was conducted followed by post-test and workshop was winded up with lunch on first day (24-04-2025).

On Second day (25-04-2025): The workshop commenced with the brief introduction about the overall goal of the workshop to participants followed by first theory session on “Essential Newborn Care (ENBC) and Facility Based Newborn Care (FNBC) and Basic neonatal resuscitation” was taken by Dr. Sushma. K , Associate Professor, Department of Pediatrics and Neonatology/ fellowship in Neonatology, JSS Medical College, Mysuru and further Hands on skill training  on Essential Newborn Care (ENBC) and Facility Based Newborn Care (FNBC) and Basic neonatal resuscitation was demonstrated by the 3 resource persons  under 3 simulation tables. Thereby the morning session was completed and soon after the valedictory was conducted followed by post test and workshop was winded up with lunch.

Details of   scientific sessions

Session 1 on first day (24-04-2025)

Theory session started at 9 am by Dr. Sarika M. Shetty, Associate Professor, Department of Anaesthesiology, JSS Medical College, Mysuru about Essential New born Care (ENBC), Facility based Newborn Care (FNBC) and Basic neonatal resuscitation.

Session 2 on first day (24-04-2025)

Hands on sessions on Essential New born Care (ENBC), Facility based Newborn Care (FNBC)and Basic neonatal resuscitation were started after an inaugural ceremony at 10.30 by Dr. Ambika. K, Associate  Professor, & HOD  Department of Child health Nursing JSS College of Nursing, Mysuru,  Dr. Rashmi N.T, Assistant Professor, Department of Child health Nursing JSS College of Nursing  &Mr. Suneel Kumar C N. Assistant Lecturer, JSS College of Nursing, Mysuru.

Session 1 on Second day (25-04-2025)

Theory session started at 9 am by Dr. Sushma. K, Associate Professor, Department of Paediatrics and Neonatology/ Fellowship in Neonatology, JSS Medical College, Mysuru about Essential New born Care (ENBC), Facility based Newborn Care (FNBC) and Basic neonatal resuscitation.

Session 2 on Second day (25-04-2025)

Hands on sessions on Essential New born Care (ENBC), Facility based Newborn Care (FNBC)and Basic neonatal resuscitation were started after an inaugural ceremony at 10.30 by Dr. Ambika. K, Associate  Professor, & HOD  Department of Child health Nursing JSS College of Nursing, Mysuru,  Dr. Rashmi N.T, Assistant Professor, Department of Child health Nursing JSS College of Nursing  and Mr. Suneel Kumar C N. Assistant Lecturer, JSS College of Nursing, Mysuru.

A, B and  C were the group of students and each group contains 26  students for hands on skill stations on first day (24-04-2025) and  31 students in each group on second day  (25-04-2025)

Valedictory programme was held at 1:30 pm on 24-04-2025 followed by post-test, feedback by delegates and certificate distribution by the guests and resource persons. The valedictory programme ended by thanking everyone with vote of thanks and the group dispersed.

Certificate distribution to the delegates by Dr. Sarika M. Shetty, Associate Professor, Department of Anaesthesiology, JSS Medical College, Mysuru and Dr. Ambika. K, Associate Professor, & HOD Department of Child health Nursing JSS College of Nursing, Mysuru.

JSS Inter Institution sports committee organized JSS inter institution sports meet in memory of Jagadguru Dr. Sri Shivaratri Rajendra Mahaswamiji from 25th to 27th November 2025 at suttur. Our college students took actively participated in various events and won the prizes.

The details of prize winners are as follows:

Sl no	Name of the students	Events	Place
01	Lakshmi Y S	Shot put	2nd place
02	Hiba Fathima team	4*100 mts relay	4th place

RGUHS Bangalore collaboration with Alva’s Ayurveda medical college moodubidire, jointly organized RGUHS 23^rd state level annual intercollegiate athletics championship 2025-26 from 18^th to 20^th November 2025, held at swaraj maidan, Moodubidire, Mangalore. Our college students took actively participated in various events and won the prizes.

The details of prize winners are as follows:

Sl no	Name of the students	Events	Place
01	Lakshmi Y S	Shot put	2nd place
02	Lakshmi Y S	Hammer throw	3rd place
03	Lakshmi Y S	Discus throw	7th place

International Yoga Day is celebrated on 21st June every year to raise global awareness about the importance of yoga in leading a healthy life. The NSS Unit of JSS College of Nursing organized a mass yoga program to observe this day and to encourage students and staff to integrate yoga into their daily routine.

The event was conducted on 21st June 2025 at the Basketball ground, JSS College of Nursing Campus, Mysuru.

The Chief Guest was Ms. Madhumita Setty, renowned Yoga Therapist and Wellness Consultant from Mysuru, who guided the participants through the significance and techniques of yoga. The program was presided over by Professor Aswathi Devi M.K., Principal, JSS College of Nursing.

The event commenced with welcome address by Mr. Sunil Kumar CN, NSS Program Officer, followed by Keynote address by Prof.Ashwati Devi MK, Principal, who highlighted the role of yoga in managing stress and enhancing well-being, especially for nursing professionals.

Ms. Madhumita Setty led an interactive yoga session, which included different hasanas, Pranayama Guided meditation techniques to improve breathing and calm the mind. The Chief Guest emphasized that integrating yoga into daily life can greatly benefit physical health and mental balance, which is crucial for healthcare professionals.

The NSS Unit of JSS College of Nursing, Mysuru, organized an Intercollegiate Essay and Poster Competition on 20^th June 2025, to commemorate World Blood Donor Day. The event was held under the global theme “Give blood, give hope: Together we save lives”, aiming to raise awareness about the importance of voluntary blood donation and its role in saving lives.

Objectives of the Event: To motivate youth to become regular voluntary blood donors, to encourage creative expression on the life-saving impact of blood donation.to strengthen intercollegiate participation in a noble cause.

Participants from JSS Hospital, JSS Nursing college, JSS Institute of Speech and Hearing, JSS College of Physiotherapy and JSS School of Nursing, Mysuru, around 25 students participated enthusiastically in both essay and poster competitions.

0n the occasion of World No Tobacco Day 2025, The NSS Unit of JSS college of Nursing in collaboration with dept. Of Community Health nursing on15.06.2025, organised a awareness programme at Government High School,Medhar block, bamboo bazar, Mysuru.

The role play was performed by 4th year BSc nursing studentsand NSS volunteers which effectively demonstrated how youth can fall into the trap of tobacco usage and how they can resist it. Following this, a brief talk was given using the visual charts for better understanding. Students were encouraged to ask questions.

The programme was addressed by Dr. Rama H V, Medical officer JSS UHC, Mr. Sunil Kumar C N, NSS Programme Officer and Mrs.Pushpavathi, headmistress Govt.High school Bamboo bazar.

The programme concluded by taking a “No Tobacco” pledge led by the NSS team and JSS Urban Health Centre, and supported by the school headmistress.

The NSS Unit of JSS College of Nursing, Mysuru, observed World No Tobacco Day on 31st May 2025 with the aim of raising awareness about the harmful effects of tobacco use and encouraging a tobacco-free lifestyle.

As part of the programme, a pledge-taking ceremony was conducted where NSS volunteers and students vowed to abstain from tobacco and promote a healthy lifestyle in their communities.

Following the pledge, NSS volunteers presented a short awareness video, highlighting the serious health risks associated with tobacco consumption, including cancer, respiratory diseases, and cardiovascular problems. The video also emphasized the importance of early prevention and the role of youth in advocating for a tobacco-free society.

The event successfully engaged students and created awareness on the urgent need to eliminate tobacco use for a healthier future.
NSS programme officers and Volunteers present during the programme.

The NSS Unit of JSS College of Nursing, Mysuru, observed an awareness programme on “NI-KSHAY – UNITED TO END TB” on 31^st, January,2025 at Suttur Jathra exhibition premises. The programme aimed to educate the public, especially school children, about Tuberculosis (TB) prevention and control as part of the nationwide effort to eliminate TB.

Mr. Sunil Kumar C.N., NSS Programme Officer, delivered an informative awareness talk to government school children who visited the exhibition. His talk focused on the causes, symptoms, transmission, and treatment of TB, emphasizing the importance of early detection and adherence to treatment.

The NSS Unit of JSS College of Nursing, Mysuru, observed National Voters’ Day by Pledge-Taking Programme on 25th, January, 2025. Aimed at promoting electoral awareness and encouraging youth participation in the democratic process.

The event was graced by Prof. Aswathy Devi M.K., Principal, as the Chief Guest. In her address, she highlighted the significance of voting as a fundamental duty in a democracy and motivated students to be responsible citizens.

Mr. Sunil Kumar C.N., NSS Officer, delivered a talk emphasizing the role of young voters in nation-building, urging students to understand the power of their vote and actively participate in shaping the future of the country. Mr. Arjun, Physical Education Director, was also present and supported the initiative with his encouraging presence.

As part of the programme, around 200 students enthusiastically took the Voters’ Pledge under the national theme, “Nothing Like Voting, I Vote for Sure.” The event successfully instilled a sense of civic responsibility among the students.

The programme concluded with a vote of thanks, reinforcing the importance of youth engagement in democratic processes.

JSS College of Nursing, Mysuru Department of Physical Education organized Annual Sports meet Energia 2025 on 22nd August 2025, during which students of JSS College of Nursing participated in various sports events and won prizes.

Indoor games were conducted from 05th,6th,11th,12th,18th,19 and 20th August games like Shuttle Badminton, Tennikoit, were conducted JSS Women’s college Saraswathi Puram. Volley ball and Throw ball were conducted in JSS health institutes premises. Mysuru, and events like Carrom and Chess for students held in Sri Rajendra auditorium. Inauguration of Energia- 2025 was formally held on 22nd August 2025 at 10:00 am at SJCE Campus Manasa Gangotri, Mysuru. Ms. V Ambika, National athlete Mysuru is the Chief guest Sri. R Mahesh Director, Medical Education Division, JSS Mahavidyapeetha Mysuru, was the president and Prof. Aswathy Devi, Principal, JSS College of Nursing, Mysuru, Physical Education Instructor SJCE TI Campus and faculty and students of JSS CON were present. After inauguration program outdoor games were conducted. The games conducted as 100mt, 200mt, 400mts 800mt running, 4×100 mts relay, long jump, tug of war, shot put, discus throw, three leg race for students, and shot put, discus throw, three leg race lemon and spoon for faculty. All events completed by 05:00pm. The programme ended by vote of thanks.

Department  of Nursing Foundation,  JSS College of Nursing has organized a workshop on “Simulation based training on Cardiac Emergencies- A Hands on Approach”  from 07/04/2025 to 09/04/2025. Workshop provided a premier platform for the Under Graduate Nursing students of various colleges to develop, refine, and apply their  knowledge and skills in  the realistic clinical situations of  various cardiac emergencies. A total of   325     delegates from various colleges of   Hassan, Madikeri, Virajpet, Chamarajanagar and Mysuru have registered for the workshop

Day 1

07/04/2025

Work shop started with registration at 8am. A total of 109 undergraduate students from Kodagu Institute of Medical sciences College of Nursing, (30), Sancta Matha College of Nursing, Virajpet (28) and Heritage College of Nursing, Mysuru (51) have under gone the hands on training on the first day of workshop. A pre-test was conducted for the delegates from 8.45am to 9am.

First session on “Primary and secondary assessment in cardiac emergencies” commenced from 9.00am to 9.30 am. Dr Adarsh SB, Asst Professor, Dept of Emergency Medicine, JSS Hospital was   the resource person for the session. Second session on Airway Management  and Basic Life support was  from 9.30am-10.15am. Resource person for the session was Dr Sarika M Shetty, Assoc Professor, Dept of Anaesthesia & Critical Care,  JSS Hospital.

Workshop Inaugural ceremony commenced from 10.15am. Dr Archana S, Chief Coordinator, Skill and Simulation centre, JSSAHER, Prof Aswathy Devi, Principal & Dr  Usha M Thomas, HOD Dept of Nursing Foundation were the guests for the inaugural session. Followed by the session, tea break was from 10.30am to 10.45am.

Third  session on Advanced cardiac life support (ACLS)and ECG Interpretation in Arrhythmias  commenced from 10.45.am. Dr Archana S, Chief Coordinator, Skill and Simulation centre, JSSAHER,  has conducted the session.

Hands on sessions commenced from 12.00noon. Delegates were divided in to 4 groups for these sessions. Hands on sessions continued after the lunch break. Skill session in each station was planned for 45 minutes. All delegates had opportunity to do return demonstration of the prescheduled skill in each station.  Hands on sessions were completed at 4.30pm  after the complete rotation of all stations . Resource persons for the hands-on sessions were Dr Adarsh  SB, Dr Sarika M Shetty, Dr Archana S, Dr Usha M Thomas, Dr Priyadarshini , Mrs Rashmi P, Mrs Sumana Yesupriya, Ms Usha S & Mrs Sahana SB. Workshop was concluded with a post test and feedback session from the delegates.

Day 2 – 08/04/2025

Work shop started with registration at 8am. A total of 106 delegates from JSS College of Nursing, Chamarajanagar (40) and Vidya Vikas College of Nursing, Mysuru (56) & Mano Nidhi College of Nursing, Chamarajanagar (10) have under gone the hands-on training on the second day of workshop. Pre-test was conducted for the delegates from 8.45am to 8.55am. First session on “Primary and secondary assessment in cardiac emergencies” by Dr Adarsh SB, Asst Professor, Dept of Emergency Medicine, JSS Hospital commenced at 9.00am. Second session by Dr Sarika M Shetty on Airway Management and Basic Life support was from 10am-10.55am.

Inaugural ceremony of Day 2 commenced from 11am. Sri R Mahesh, Director, Medical Education Division, JSS MVP was the president for the ceremony. Dr Sunil Kumar, Prof & HOD, Dept of Cardiology, JSS Hospital was the chief guest. Dr Archana S , Chief Coordinator, Skill and Simulation Centre, JSSAHER, Prof Aswathy Devi MK, Principal & Dr Usha M Thomas , HOD Dept of Nursing Foundation were present for the inaugural session. Followed by the inaugural session, tea break was from 11.20am to 11.30 am.

Third session on Advanced cardiac life support (ACLS)and ECG Interpretation in Arrhythmias commenced from 11.30am. Dr Archana S, Chief Coordinator, Skill and Simulation centre, JSSAHER, has conducted the session.

Hands on sessions for the 4 groups of delegates were conducted by the team of resource persons from 12.15pm to 4,30pm. Workshop was concluded with a post test and feed back session from the delegates.

Day 3 – 09/04/2025

Work shop started with registration at 8am. A total of 110 delegates from Heritage College of Nursing , Mysuru (25) Mother Theresa College of Nursing, Mysuru (05) & Rajiv College of Nursing, Hassan (80), have under gone the hands on training on the third day of workshop. Pre-test was conducted for the delegates from 8.45am to 9am. First session on “Primary and secondary assessment in cardiac emergencies ” by Dr Adarsh SB, Asst Professor, Dept of Emergency Medicine, JSS Hospital commenced at 9.00am.

Inaugural ceremony of Day 3 commenced from 10.15am. Dr Archana S , Chief Coordinator, Skill and Simulation centre, JSSAHER, Prof. Aswathy Devi , Principal, Dr Sarika M Shetty ,Dr Adarsh SB, & Dr Usha M Thomas , HOD Dept of Nursing Foundation were the guests for the inaugural session. Followed by the session, tea break was from 10.30am to 10.45 am.

Sessions by Dr Sarika M Shetty and Dr Archana S, were followed by the tea break. Hands on sessions for the 4 groups of delegates were conducted by the team of resource persons from 12.15pm to 4,30pm.

Post test was conducted at 4.35pm and valedictory ceremony of the workshop commenced at 4.45pm. During the feed back session of the programme, delegates have expressed that the well planned work shop with hands on sessions have given opportunity for all of them to develop and refine their critical clinical skills and stressed the need for future workshops based on simulation. After the valedictory, the work shop was concluded at 5.30pm.

The Induction Programme for the new batch of BSc Nursing, Post Basic BSc Nursing, and MSc Nursing students for the academic year 2025–26 was organized by JSS College of Nursing, Mysuru on 27th October 2025 at 11:30 AM. The programme aimed to welcome the new students, orient them to the college environment, and motivate them to embark on their nursing journey with dedication and enthusiasm.

The Inauguration was done by the dignitaries on the dais, marking the formal beginning of the induction programme.

The Special Invitee, Mrs. Janet Mathias, Chief of Nursing Services, JSS Hospital, Mysuru, addressed the gathering with an inspiring message. She shared her professional journey and emphasized the importance of empathy, clinical competence, and ethical practice in nursing.

Alumna, Mrs. Mrs. Jhancy Pavithra G Assistant Professor Charkos College of Nursing, Mysuru who shared her experiences and insights about her journey at JSS College of Nursing, motivating the new students to take pride in their chosen profession.

Feedback from outgoing student of JSS college of Nursing was then presented. Ms Mariya Ann Raju expressed heartfelt gratitude towards the faculty and the institution for shaping their academic and personal growth.

The Presidential Address was delivered by Sri R. Mahesh, Director, Medical Education Division, JSS Mahavidyapeetha. He encouraged the students to transform their dreams into action and to strive for excellence in every endeavor. His motivational speech inspired students to uphold the legacy of the institution.

The session concluded with a Vote of Thanks proposed by Dr. Rashmi N.T., Assistant Professor, Department of Child Health Nursing, who expressed sincere appreciation to all dignitaries, guests, faculty members, students, and staff for making the event successful.

The formal programme was followed by an orientation on Rules and Regulations of the college by Dr. Usha M. Thomas, Professor & Head, Department of Foundation Nursing, who briefed the students on academic expectations, discipline, attendance policies, and code of conduct.

ABOUT WORKSHOP

The hands-on workshop aims to provide Nursing Students with practical skills in handling surgical Instruments, Sutures and Equipments and Wound Dressing. Participants will engage in interactive sessions, simulations, and hands-on activities to develop competence in various monitoring techniques and technologies used in the operation theatre.

Objectives:

Upon successful completion of the workshop, participants will be able to:

• develop optimal knowledge about surgical Instruments, Sutures and Equipments and Wound Dressing
• demonstrate skills in types of Suture and suture removal techniques
• demonstrate skills Wound Dressing

Total 102 students,  II year Bsc (N)  of JSS College of Nursing, were registered for the workshop. The workshop commenced by conducting pre-test and with the brief introduction about the overall goal of the workshop to participants followed by first theory session on Equipments for Surgical Procedures-Surgical drapes,   retractors and electrosurgical instruments, Sterilization Techniques for Surgical Instruments by Dr .Girish Kumar and  Dr. Arun Nayak.  Inaugural cermony started at10.30am.  Chief Guest was Dr. C P Madhu, Director, JSS Hospital expressed the need for organizing workshops which helps students to bridge the gap between theory and practice and highlighted the Importance and role of nurses in OT. Other Guests were Dr. Harish S  Professor &HOD, General Surgery and Archana S chief co -ordinator skill  Lab and President was Prof. Aswathy Devi. Followed by Hands on Suture and suture removal techniques Wound Dressing were demonstrated in five stations from 11.00am to 1.00pm. Post –test was conducted from 1.00pm to 1.15 pm and workshop was concluded by 1. 30pm.

Department of Medical surgical Nursing organized a Guest Lecture on “ECG INTERPRETATION” on 14.05.25from 10.00am to 11.30am by Dr. Ravikumar Y S Professor &HOD dept. of medicine JSS Medical College & hospital Mysuru. The overall objective was to sensitize the students regarding the importance ofECG Interpretation. For 2nd Year B.Sc.(N) I Year PBBSc(N) students attended the programme.

The session commenced with a welcome address followed by an introduction of the esteemed resource person. Dr. Sahana N. Fellowship in Critical Care Medicine. JSS Hospital and Medical College. Mysuru.

The speaker delivered a comprehensive lecture covering the content regarding Importance of ABG in clinical practice,Components of ABG report: pH, PaO₂, PaCO₂, HCO₃⁻, SaO₂, Base Excess,Normal reference values,Stepwise approach to ABG interpretation,Common acid-base imbalances: Respiratory acidosis/alkalosis, Metabolic acidosis/alkalosis,Clinical case discussions for better understanding,Importance of timely interpretation in emergency settings.At the end of the session Students gained enhanced knowledge and confidence in interpreting ABG reports.

Department of Medical surgical Nursing organized a Guest Lecture on “PREVENTION OF INFECTION AND NEEDLE STICK INJURY” on 13.05.25from 11.30am to 12.30am by Dr. Ranjitha Dept. of microbiology JSS Medical College & hospital Mysuru. The overall objective was to sensitize the students regarding the importance of PREVENTION OF INFECTION AND NEEDLE STICK INJURY. For 2nd Year B.Sc.(N) I Year PBBSc(N) students attended the programme.

About the Workshop

The hands-on workshop aims to provide nursing students with practical skills and experience in orthopedic skills. Participants will engage in interactive sessions, simulations, and hands-on activities to develop competence in various orthopedic skills.

Objectives:

Upon successful completion of the workshop, participants will be able to:

• develop optimal knowledge and skill about fracture management and X- ray readings
• demonstrate skills in application of cast and splint
• demonstrate skills in first aid for musculoskeletal injuries

Total 190 delegates from various Nursing Institutions from in and around Mysuru, participated in workshop Viz…. with registrations from nursing colleges and Schools across different

districts. Students from Mysuru Institutions are Gopala Gowda Shanthaveri Memorial College of Nursing, Mysore with registrations from nursing colleges and Schools across different

districts. Students from Mysuru are Gopala Gowda Shanthaveri Memorial College of Nursing

Mysore Medical College &Research Institute, Vidya Vikas College of Nursing, Heritage College of Nursing, KVC College of Nursing, JSS College of Nursing, JSS School Of Nursing, Sanjo College of Nursing, Mandya, Govt. College of Nursing Chamarajanagar College of Nursing Chamarajanagar.

Workshop was inaugurated at 11.00am on 24.04.2025. Dr. Siddalinga murthy, Professor and HOD, Department of orthopaedics JSS Hospital was the Chief Guest and other Guests were Dr. Shreyas MJ, Senior resident, Dr. Shashi Kumar NS, Senior resident, Mrs Aswathy Devi MK, Principal, JSS College of Nursing, Mysuru, Mrs. Mamatha G HOD’s Department of Medical Surgical Nursing were present during the ceremony.

 

Inaugural of Workshop on “Hands on training on orthopaedic skills”

Dr. Siddalinga murthy, expressed the need for organizing workshops which helps students to bridge the gap between theory and practice and highlighted the Importance and role of nurses in orthopaedics skills

The workshop commenced by conducting pre-test and with the brief introduction about the overall goal of the workshop to participants followed by first theory session on “nursing process” by Mrs. Mamatha G, Associate professor, JSS college of nursing, followed by “Fracture management, immobilization, X- ray readings and traction theory session by Dr. Shreyas and Dr.Punith JSS Hospital and further Hands on training in Morning on Fracture management, immobilization and traction by Dr. Shashi Kumar and Dr. Promod, JSS Hospital and in the afternoon four stations were held Station 1:Safe transportation by Mrs. Rashmi P and Dr. Priyadarshini Station 2:Assisting the patient with immobility by Mrs. sandhya rani and Mrs.Ashwini  Station 3: muscle strengthening exercise by Ms. Sahana M M Thereby the Workshop was completed by 4:30 pm with Post test.

On the occasion of World Cancer Day, program was held on 4 th Feb 2025 to create awareness about Cancer and it’s treatment for the public in JSS Hospital, Mysuru Lobby . Department of Medical – Surgical Nursing Collaborated with JSS Hospital

Present on the occasion were Dr.Basavanna Gowdappa, Vice Chancellor, JSS AHER , Sri Mahesh , Director Medical Education, JSS MVP, Dr CP Madhu , Medical Suprintendent,JSS Hospital, Dr Kiran PK, Medical Oncologist, Dr.Ravi Krishnappa , Surgical Oncologist, Deputy Director Diagnostics Dr. Manjunath, Chief of Nursing Services Smt Janet Mathias , AO .Mr Lokesh .

Smt Madhuri Tatachari was the Chief guest on the Ocassion. On the Ocassion Cancer patients who got cured after taking treatment at JSS Hospital, Mysuru were felicitated . Dept of Oncology Nursing Staffs were also recognized for their good patient care on the Ocassion .JSS Hospital Nursing Staffs, JSS College of Nonclinical staffs & General Public were present during the program. Staffs of Dept of Dietics also informed the gathering the importance diet on the Ocassion.

We the Department of Psychiatric Nursing of JSS College of Nursing organized Guest Lecture on “Personality Development” on 15.11.2025 for nursing students. Resource person was Dr.Abhiram M Ajay Assistant Professor, Department of Clinical Psychology JSS Hospital Mysuru. Total 93 students got benefited from the session. Students actively involved in the session asked questions and clarified their doubts.

JSS College of Nursing, Department of Psychiatric Nursing observed “World Mental Health Day” on 7.11.2025 in collaboration with Department of Psychiatry JSS Medical College and Hospital and JSS Urban Health Centre, Mysuru. Organized at Govt High School Medar Block, bamboo Bazaar, Mysuru

Dr Kishor M Professor and Head, Department of Psychiatry JSS Medical College and Hospital was the Chief Guest for the program. Dr Rama Medical officer JSS Urban Health Centre, Mysuru and Mrs Sandhya Suresh President Inner wheel club and faculty of Department of Psychiatric Nursing were present on the occasion.

Dr Kishor M Professor and Head, Department of Psychiatry JSS Medical College and Hospital addressed the gathering,150 High school students were benefited by the Guest Talk.

On the occasion of World mental health Day intercollegiate poster and quiz competitions were organized and prizes were distributed during the program.

We the Department of Psychiatric Nursing of JSS College of Nursing organized program at Viveka Hospital, Mysuru on topic “Changing the narrative on Suicide” on 26th September 2025.

The initiative was conducted in aiming to spread positivity, resilience, and awareness about mental well-being among patients about their strength to fight the thoughts of suicide.

The program witnessed active participation from all in-patients of Viveka Hospital, along with the dedicated staffs of the institution. The collective involvement created an encouraging and inclusive environment, strengthening the bond between caregivers and those receiving care.

PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS

The event was designed to educate and inspire through engaging activities while ensuring accessibility for all participants. The schedule included:

• A Skit based on the theme: Portraying a student’s life where even the tiny thoughts could lead their minds to suicidal tendency. Aiming that communication is the key to many solutions.
• Theme Dance: A creative expression of the theme by taking the scenes of child abuse and women abuse towards suicidal thoughts and how we prevent them by care and love.

About the Workshop

Workshop on “An overview on Psychiatric assessment with standardized patient” aims to a psychiatric assessment carried out for clinical and therapeutic purposes. Workshop was conducted with expert faculty from JSS College of Nursing, Dr Kishor M Professor HOD Psychiatry Department JSS Medical College and Hospital Mysuru. Sessions were organized to groom students for their prospective career and for enhancing the skills in Psychiatric assessment.

Objectives of the workshop

• develop optimal knowledge and practice in Psychiatric assessment
• establish a diagnosis and formulation of the individual psychiatric patient needs
• to plan their care and treatment
• enhance decision making and critical thinking using case scenarios

Organizing Team and Resources Persons

The members of the organizing team were Dr Purohit Sarasawti, Assistant Professor and HOD, department of Mental Health Nursing, Dr. Priyadarshini, Assistant Professor Dr Sunitha PS, Assistant Professor, Mr. Nagendraswamy C, Assistant Professor, JSS College of Nursing, Mysuru.

Dr Kishor M Professor HOD Psychiatry Department JSS Medical College and Hospital Mysuru and Dr Purohit Saraswati, Assistant Professor and HOD, department of Mental Health Nursing, Dr. Priyadarshini, Assistant Professor Dr. Sunitha PS, Assistant Professor, Mr. Nagendraswamy C, Assistant Professor, JSS College of Nursing, Mysuru were the resource persons for An overview on Psychiatric assessment with standardized patient.

Total 141 delegates from JSS College of Nursing Chamarajanagar and Sanjo College of Nursing Mandya, Vidya Vikas College of Nursing, Heritage College of Nursing, various Nursing institutions of Mysuru were registered for the workshop.

Workshop was inaugurated at 10.30am on 30.09.2025. Dr. Kishor M Professor HOD Psychiatry Department JSS Medical College and Hospital Mysuru, Prof Aswathy Devi MK, Principal, JSS College of Nursing, Mysuru were present during the ceremony. Principals of Nursing Colleges in Mysuru were graced the occasion.

Inaugural of Workshop on “An overview on Psychiatric assessment with standardized patient”

Dr. Kishor M expressed the importance of Psychiatric assessment in clinical practice and the essential requirement of accurate assessment is to view patients holistically and to identify their real needs.

The workshop commenced by conducting pre-test and with the brief introduction about the overall goal of the workshop to participants followed by the session regarding psychiatric history collection by Dr Purohit Saraswati, Asst. Professor &Head Department of Psychiatric Nursing, JSS College of Nursing. She discussed regarding the various elements which are to be focused while collecting the history of a patient. This session helped the students to gain adequate knowledge regarding history collection along with demonstration by standardized patients. Next session was taken by Dr Kishor M Professor, Head Dept of Psychiatry Medicine, JSSMC &Hospital, Mysuru on Mental status Examination at 10:30-11:30am, session included practical assessment on Mental status examination with standardized patient. Next session was by Dr Sunitha PS Assistant Professor, JSS College of Nursing on Psychiatric Nursing Diagnosis. Post lunch session was started by Dr Priyadarshini Assistant Professor, JSS College of Nursing, session on Process Recording along with demonstration by standardized patients from 2pm-3pm. Next session was by Mr Nagendra Swamy C, Assistant Professor, JSS College of Nursing on Nursing management of common psychiatric disorder

Thereby the Workshop was completed and followed by Valedictory Ceremony.

Details of scientific sessions

Valedictory programme was held at 4.00 pm followed by post-test, feedback by delegates and certificate distribution by the resource persons. The valedictory programme ended by thanking everyone with vote of thanks.

About the Workshop

Workshop on “Psychological Assessment And Tests” aims to a Psychological assessment carried out for clinical and therapeutic purposes. Workshop was conducted with expert faculty from Ms Lidia Farnandez Assistant Professor Dept. of Clinical Psychology Cleret College Autonomous Bengaluru for interaction sessions. Sessions were organized to groom students for their prospective career and for enhancing the skills in Psychological assessment.

Objectives of the workshop

• develop optimal knowledge and practice in Psychological assessment
• application of Psychological Tests
• to plan their care and treatment
• enhance decision making and critical thinking using case scenarios

Organizing Team and Resources Persons

The members of the organizing team were Mrs Purohit Sarasawti , Assistant Professor and HOD, department of  Mental Health Nursing,  Dr. Priyadarshini, Assistant Professor JSS College of Nursing, Mysuru.

Total 150 students BSc,PBBSc and MSc benefited from the workshop.

Workshop was inaugurated at 10.30am on 02.06.2025. Dr. Kishor M Professor HOD Psychiatry Department JSS Medical College and Hospital Mysuru, Prof Aswathy Devi MK, Principal, JSS College of Nursing, Mysuru were present during the ceremony.

Dr. Kishor M expressed the importance of Psychological assessment in clinical practice and the essential requirement of accurate assessment is to view patients holistically and to identify their real needs. Workshop was concluded by 1pm.

On the occasion of World No Tobacco Day, Department of Mental Health Nursing, JSS College of Nursing, Mysuru organized Guest lecture on the theme “Tobacco Cessation” was organized on 5/06/2025 at Govt High School Bogadi Mysuru. The guest speaker was Dr. Kishore M Professor and of Psychiatry JSS Medical College and Hospital, Mysuru. The guest lecture started at 2pm and concluded at 3.30pm.

Followed by Guest Lecture Health talk was given by MSc Psychaitric Nursing students for 60 high school students regarding ill effects of Tobacco.

JSS College of Nursing, Mysuru, organized a workshop on “Write Right- Workshop on Plagiarism” on 04/01/2025 at Sri Rajendra Auditorium. Dr. Sulochanadevi BC, Assistant Professor, School of Public Health, JSS Medical College, JSS AHER, Mysuru was a resource person. Welcomed Dr. Sulochanadevi BC and the session on Plagiarism started at 10.20am. All faculty of college of nursing and post graduate students of II year, I year and Freshers participated in the workshop and got benefitted. Thanked all participants and resource person.

On 24th April 2025 organised Safe Motherhood Day at Seth Mohandas Tulasidas Maternity hospital, Mysuru. Program initiated with invocation song by Ms. Sharmila, IV year BSc Student. Mrs. Munirathnamma, assistant Professor, welcomed the gather. Administrative officer, Dr. Anuradha, Dr. Thejaswini, Dr. Pallavi, Dr. Suchithra, Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Dr. Thasmin, Anaesthetist, and Mrs. Roopa Nursing Officer of SMT hospital and Dr. Bhavya SV, Mrs. Munirathamma K and Dr. Dhanalakshmi, faculty, Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecological Nursing, JSS College of Nursing, Mysuru and antenatal mothers inaugurated the program. Dr. Thejaswini addressed antenatal and postnatal mothers, highlighting important of Preconceptional care, prenatal care, and postnatal care. Role play on importance of antenatal care and its purposes for better outcome, performed by IV year BSc Nursing students, followed by health exhibition on Anaemia in pregnancy and its management explained by IV year BSc and MSc Nursing students. Around 60 mothers got benefitted out of this program. Program ended with vote of thanks and refreshment to guests, mothers and students.

The Department of Obstetrics and Gynecological Nursing, JSS College of Nursing, Mysuru, organized an exhibition titled “A Comprehensive Display on Maternal Journey: Physiological and Pathological Transition in Obstetrics” on the 30th and 31st of October 2025.

Inauguration and Program Details

The program was inaugurated by the Chief Guest, Dr. Jayashree S, Associate Professor, Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, JSS Medical College and Hospital, Mysuru.

Dr. Bhavya SV, Associate Professor and HOD, Department of OBG Nursing, and faculty Mrs. Munirathnamma K, Assistant Professor, Dr. Dhanalakshmi K, Assistant Professor, Dept. of OBG Nursing along with participants and student organizers were present during the inaugural ceremony.

The formal stage program commenced with Ms. Sharmila invoking the blessings of the almighty with a prayer song. Mr. Fayis, a IV year student, welcomed the gathering. The Key note address was given by Dr. Bhavya SV, who explained the two days of information the exhibition would share with students and its importance.

The Chief Guest addressed the gathering by expressing her happiness in bringing this knowledge sharing event. She also stated that it is everyone’s responsibility to care for women from preconception to postnatal even after to prevent maternal mortality rate. The inaugural program concluded with a vote of thanks given by Ms. Adlin, a IV year BSc student. All participants along with the Chief Guest witnessed all stations of the exhibition and appreciated the students for their innovative work.

Exhibition Focus

The exhibition provided a Report on Comprehensive Display: Physiological and Pathological Transition on Obstetrics. Day-1 focused on the normal events of obstetrics.

The comprehensive display covered a wide range of topics, including:

• Preconceptional Counselling
• Basic terminologies used in obstetrics
• Screening and identifying procedures in Obstetrics
• Antenatal care – visits, diet, immunization, fetal development
• Normal Labour – Phases of labour and Stages of labour with management
• Postnatal care – Assessment, exercise, diet, immunization, breast feeding
• Medications – safe and unsafe Categories of medications

Beneficiaries

The exhibition resumed to educate and bring insights among nursing colleges from Mysuru and Chamarajanagar. A total of 502 students got benefitted on the first day of the exhibition. Students attended from:

• JSS College of Nursing, Chamarajanagar
• Vidya Vikas College of Nursing, Mysuru
• Narayana Hrudayalaya, I PB BSc Nursing Students
• Gopala Gowda Shanthavaeri Memorial College of Nursing
• Cauvery College of Nursing
• Suyog College of Nursing
• JS College of Nursing

On Day 2 an academic exhibition focusing on abnormal conditions encountered during the antenatal, Intranatal, and postnatal periods was organized to enhance the clinical competence of nursing students.

The exhibition was systematically organized into three sections: Antenatal Abnormalities, Intranatal Abnormalities, and Postnatal Abnormalities. Students prepared models, charts, posters, and brief explanatory notes under faculty supervision.

1. Antenatal Abnormalities

This section highlighted abnormal conditions during pregnancy, with emphasis on:

1. Bleeding during Pregnancy
   • Abortion (types, causes, clinical features, nursing management)
   • Antepartum Haemorrhage (Placenta Previa and Abruptio Placentae)
   • Risk assessment, diagnostic criteria, and emergency management
2. Hypertensive Disorders of Pregnancy
   • Gestational hypertension, preeclampsia, severe preeclampsia, eclampsia, and HELLP syndrome
   • Maternal and fetal complications
   • Evidence-based management and preventive strategies

Displays included flowcharts, treatment algorithms, and emergency response protocols.

1. Intranatal Abnormalities

This section focused on common complications encountered during labour, including:

1. Malpresentations
   • Breech, face, shoulder presentation, and transverse lie
   • Clinical assessment and appropriate obstetric interventions
2. Cephalo-Pelvic Disproportion (CPD)
   • Classification, causes, diagnosis, and management
   • Significance of timely referral and decision-making
3. Postpartum Haemorrhage (PPH)
   • Types, causes, prevention, and management
   • Active Management of the Third Stage of Labour (AMTSL)
   • Demonstration of PPH emergency kit and protocols

1. Postnatal Abnormalities

This section covered complications arising after delivery such as:

1. Puerperal Sepsis
   • Etiology, risk factors, clinical features, investigations, and management
   • Infection prevention and control measures
2. Breast Complications
   • Engorgement, mastitis, breast abscess, and nipple fissures
   • Early recognition, breastfeeding techniques, and nursing care
   • Importance of Self Breast Examination
3. Psychiatric Disorders During the Postnatal Period

• Meaning, signs, symptoms, causes, and risk factors.
• Early detection and timely referral.
• Role of healthcare professionals in prevention, counselling, and management.

FDA Classification of Drugs During Pregnancy

A dedicated display area presented the FDA categories of drug use in pregnancy (A, B, C, D, X) with examples of commonly used obstetric medications, highlighting safety considerations and contraindicated drugs.

Students actively participated in all stages of planning and execution. They prepared educational materials, explained concepts to visitors, and demonstrated procedures using anatomical models. Faculty members provided continuous guidance and constructive feedback.

Beneficiaries

The primary beneficiaries were the nursing students, who gained enhanced understanding of critical obstetric emergencies through visual aids, models, and interactive demonstrations. A total of 301 students got benefitted on the second day of the exhibition. Students attended from:

• Vikram College of Nursing
• JSS College of Nursing