Mental Health Nursing

Mental Health Nursing
Department
Mental Health Nursing

The Department of Mental Health Nursing is dedicated to promoting psychological well-being and holistic care for individuals with mental health needs. Students are trained in therapeutic communication, psychiatric nursing interventions, counselling principles, and community mental health services.

Vision

To promote holistic mental well-being and improve quality of life by providing compassionate, evidence-based, and patient-centred mental health care, while reducing stigma and enhancing community awareness.

Mission

  • To deliver comprehensive and ethical mental health nursing care to individuals, families, and communities.
  • To promote early identification, prevention, and rehabilitation of mental health disorders.
  • To provide empathetic, non-judgmental, and culturally sensitive care.
  • To educate patients and the community about mental health awareness and stigma reduction.
  • To collaborate with multidisciplinary teams for effective treatment and recovery.
  • To encourage research, innovation, and continuous professional development in mental health nursing.

Core Values of Mental Health Nursing

Compassion

Providing care with kindness, empathy, and understanding

Confidentiality

Protecting patient privacy and sensitive information. Professional Integrity – Practicing ethically, honestly, and responsibly

Advocacy

Supporting patients’ rights and reducing stigma in society.

Collaboration

Working effectively with multidisciplinary teams.

Cultural Sensitivity

Respecting diverse beliefs, values, and backgrounds.

Continuous Learning

Committing to ongoing education and evidence-based practice

Respect & Dignity

Valuing each individual regardless of their mental condition.

Holistic Care

Addressing physical, psychological, social, and spiritual needs.

Patient-Centred Care

Involving patients in decision-making and respecting their preferences.

Mental Health Nursing

Faculty Members

Mrs. Renjini Mohan

Mrs. Renjini Mohan

Assistant Professor

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