Nurses’ conference begins

SHILLONG, MAY 29: The ix Biennial State Student Nurses Association (SNA) conference organized by Trained Nurses’ Association of India (TNAI), Meghalaya state branch was inaugurated Meghalaya health and family welfare minister AL Hek, at Woodland Nursing Institute, Laitkor.

Among others who were present for the inauguration were Dr. WR Kharshiing, Managing Director, Woodland Nursing Institute, Dr. AG Ahangar, Director, NEIGRIHMS, JF Balieh, President TNAI, Meghalaya state branch, E Pyngrope, State SNA advisor and delegates of the State Student Nurses Association (SNA) and Trained Nurses’ Association of India (TNAI), Meghalaya State Branch.

In his inaugural speech Hek said that the theme of the conference “New Dimension in Nursing” is relevant for nursing care services to the sick and needy patients of the state both in urban and rural areas. He said that the various dimensions such as comprehensive nursing care, nursing diagnosis, research, practice of nursing care at individual clinics with a touch of missionary zeal and humane approach is the key to good and satisfactory services.

Stating that when acted upon with a touch of passion, coordination and cooperation of all stakeholders involved in the process, Hek opined that nursing will ensure smooth delivery of health care services to all concerned.

Hek also acknowledged the selfless sacrifices of nurses which according to him is the heart of healthcare services to the people.

While stating that development of social sectors like education and health provide the base for further economic development, Hek said that to improve the health indices statistics such as MMR and IMR, decisions have to be taken in a professional manner to achieve the objective for a dedicated, devoted nursing community to serve the people.

Hek expressed hope that the conference through the deliberation on different subjects including the scientific paper presentations will be of great help to the nursing fraternity.

It may be mentioned that the conference will also includes sports and games, and other activities for skill building and information-sharing among the nurses community.- By Our Reporter