About Vijay Marie College of Nursing

Overview About the Society

The Society of the Sisters of Charity of Secunderabad Province is a Registered Society under the Public Registration Act, in the year 1963. It serves the States of Telangana, Andhra Pradesh, Maharashtra, Egypt and Israel through a number of Schools, Colleges, Hospitals and socio-pastoral services.

Vijay Marie Hospital had a humble beginning in the midst of Chintal Basthi Slums in the year 1948. Today, it has grown into a 250 bedded General Hospital, catering to all the sections of society, especially the poor.

VIJAY MARIE SCHOOL OF NURSING was established in the year 1973. Over the past 52 years, it has proved to be one of the best schools of Nursing in Telangana and Andhra Pradesh, maintaining high professional standards and providing all-round development to the students. To cope with the rapid advancement in Health Sciences and to meet the demands of the society, the Management took the initiative to start VIJAY MARIE COLLEGE OF NURSING and today, it has become a reality.

We have obtained approval of the Government of Telangana, Indian Nursing Council, New Delhi and affiliation to Dr.K.N.R University of Health Sciences, Warangal. With due permission from our Generalate, Milan, Italy, the management took further step in starting M.Sc (N) from 2013.

With blessings from the Almighty God, the College went through the process of many inspections by INC, State Nursing Council and Dr. K.N.R University of Health Sciences and obtained the necessary permission to begin the M.Sc (N) course from the academic year 2013-2014 that was then affiliated to NTR University, Vijaywada.

As a graduate of the Vijay Marie College of Nursing, you are part of a dedicated community of healthcare professionals making a difference around the world. Whether you’re working on the frontlines, advancing research, or mentoring the next generation of nurses, we celebrate your contributions and achievements!

VISION

"Honouring Our Past, Shaping the Future."

To build a strong, engaged, and supportive Alumnae network that upholds the values of Vijay Marie College of Nursing, fosters lifelong connections, and contributes to the advancement of nursing education, leadership, and healthcare excellence.

Through mentor-ship, collaboration, and community service, we aim to inspire future generations of nurses and make a meaningful impact in the world.

The Vijay Marie College of Nursing Alumnae Association aims to:

1. Strengthen Alumnae Connections-Foster lifelong relationships among graduates, faculty, and current students.
2. Support Professional Growth-Provide career guidance, mentorship, and continuing education opportunities.
3. Contribute to Nursing Excellence-Promote research, innovation, and best practices in nursing.
4. Give back to the Institution-Support scholarships, guest lectures, and clinical training initiatives.
5. Engage in Community Service-Participate in healthcare outreach programs and social initiatives.

OBJECTIVES:

• To enhance the Alumnae to come together as one cohesion.
• To develop a strong Alumnae network amongst the Alumnae community.
• To establish common interest groups and provide forums.
• To communicate the ongoing activities to the Alumnae all over the world.
• To assure that Vijay Marie College of Nursing mission and values are upheld by present and future growth Alumnae, faculty, and staff.
• To organize, strengthen, professional, social, and cultural programs and to encourage continued professional and self-development.

Activities and Initiatives

Preserve and ignite interest in the Alma Mater which makes them aware of the opportunities

• Organise scientific programmes for the benefit of members and nursing professional.
• Grant scholarship for eligible nursing students. .
• Sponsors scientific programme of the College of Nursing. .
• Generate funds for the association by means of donation, contributions, aids and membership fees. .
• Publication of Alumnae Bulletin.
• Maintaining and updating directory of members.

Organizing alumnae get-together with the following:

• General Body meeting
• Symposium/Seminar /Workshop
• Cultural programs/Games

EXECUTIVE BOARD MEMBERS

Duties and Responsibilities of the E. C. Members:

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBITIES OF THE OFFICE BEARERS

PRESIDENT

• She presides over all the meetings of the Alumnae Association
• She has the power to nominate a substitute to officiate in her or the Vice-President's absence.
• She has the power to convene meeting of the Committee and take decisions for the common good of the Association.

VICE-PRESIDENT

• To assist the President in the performance of her duties
• To substitute the President in her absence.

SECRETARY

• Receives all applications for Membership and places them before the Committee for enrolment.
• Keeps a record of the proceedings of all Committee and General Body Meetings.
• Shall be responsible for the day to day activities of the Association
• Responsible to convene meetings of the Committee in consultation with the President and Vice-President
• perform all other functions as may be assigned from time to time by the President or by the Executive Committee.
• Responsible for updating and maintain the record of members.
• Distribution of notices/information concerning the association.
• Regular correspondence with the members

TREASURER

• Responsible for the collection of membership fees
• Maintains detailed accounts of the financial transactions of the Association and submit it to the Executive Committee.
• To have the Annual Statement of Accounts duly prepared and audited and presents it before the Committee.

Scientific delegation:

• Assists the Editor in the collection, screening and compilation of the Vijay Marie College of Nursing magazine/Souvenir.
• Conducting the seminars, symposium or other continuing education programs.
• Conducts social and cultural programs.

Bulletin committee:

• Magazine/Bulletin Chairman will be responsible for screening, compiling, editing and publishing the bulletin/brochure/souvenir etc.
• Liaison with General Secretary and communication chairman for dissemination of relevant information to members.
• The members of the Executive Committee shall assist and co-ordinate with each other in the performance of their duties for the common good of the association. The Conveners of all committees shall have the option of forming sub committees to facilitate the achievement of objectives.
• Collect, screen and edit articles for publication in the newsletter.

Finance:

• The official year of the association shall be the financial year from 1st April to 31st March.
• The funds of the association shall be deposited in a bank they shall be jointly operated by the Treasurer and President/General Secretary.
• The General Secretary shall not incur expenditure exceeding Rs. 500/- at any one time without the previous sanction of the Executive Committee.
• The membership fees collected during the year will be remitted to the bank account of Alumnae Association.
• The EC shall meet the expenses of conducting activities from the bank account of the Alumnae Association, which should be discussed and approved in the Executive Committee meeting.

Principal Desk

Sr.Nirmala P

It gives me immense pleasure and joy to pen few words at this juncture of the history of our institution. We rejoice on completion of two successful decades of our college after its inception in 2003 March. We raise our grateful hearts and minds to God Almighty for the marvellous ways he has guided our institution through the committed services of our sisters. The surmountable services of sisters have left a legacy of nursing education in our Secunderabad province and in the society at large. Our college always stood tall in its standards of training future nurses coupled with life lessons, that where effective, meaningful and joyful. It is here that they begin to learn to face the challenges of life - to accept challenges, conquer failure, face competition, to rejoice at victory and achievements.

The legacy of our heritage is quality and standard target. Therefore we are committed to develop our young students take our standards to the heights of quality with the motto of our college “Lighted to lighten” one focus is on the foundations of professional excellence, intellectual, spiritual integrity, personal development and sustained deep convictions who can become productive to the health fabric of our society.

Vice Principal, Academics

Sr.Dhanya Joseph

VIJAY Marie College of Nursing choose to navigate the institution on the facts of determination and professionalism in all its endeavours. It is committed to fulfil student's aspirations, build their self-confidence and prepare them in personal and professional life to cope up with professional demands. We march honestly to go forward in creating opportunities for the students and helping them to become professionals for a better tomorrow of nursing fraternity. Students are nurtured to grow in respect and sacredness for life, honesty, confidence, creativity, discipline and enthusiasm. Our college provides the best exposure and opportunities to the trainees with a curriculum that is designed to ensure that all the students realize their potentials to the maximum so as to become best contributors and able leaders who can shoulder greater responsibilities in the society.

To attain our goals, we are blessed to have a team of reliable, dedicated and expert teaching and supportive staff who ensure the learning environment of our students in a conducive and dynamic atmosphere. This mode of commitment encourages to reciprocate between the management, students and the parents. The strength of this collaborative effort is truly reflected in the growth and achievement of our students. The supportive and inclusive learning environment is a welcoming space where students feel comfortable and express themselves. Therefore the institution provides a place where all students are valued and respected, and where differences in ability are understood and accommodated. The holistic and combined strategy of the management and the staff ensure that every student is personally accompanied and given the best to develop herself to be efficient, committed and altruistic citizen of our country.

I am optimistic that we do continue to grow, prosper and reach new heights with the power of the Almighty and the guidance of His divine grace and the assistance of the management, staff and students. This is our dream and commitment to do everything possible for our beneficiaries to realize their cherished goals

Dean of Academics

Sr.Theressiamma.N.L