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PROFESSIONAL

ORGANIZATIONS
 AT CENTRE LEVEL

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 TRAINED NURSES ASSOCIATION OF INDIA (TNAI)

 INTERNATIONAL COUNCIL FOR NURSES (I C N)

 THE COMMONWEALTH NURSES FEDERATION

 THE INDIAN NURSING COUNCIL (INC)

 THE RED CROSS SOCIETY

 WORLD HEALTH ORGANISATION (WHO)

 AT STATE LEVEL
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 THE STUDENT NURSES ASSOCIATION (SNA)

 THE NURSES LEAGUE OF CHRISTIAN MEDICAL

ASSOCIATION

 THE CHRISTIAN MEDICAL ASSOCIATION OF

INDIA

 TRAINED NURSES ASSOCIATION OF INDIA (TNAI)

 INTERNATIONAL COUNCIL FOR
NURSES (I C N)

It was formed in 1899. It’s an international
association for all nurses in the world. Great
emphasis has been on non discrimination.
OBJECTIVES:
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1. Promote the development of strong national nurses associations. 

2. Assist national nurses association to improve the standards of

nursing and the competence of nurses. 

3. Assist national nurses associations to improve the status of nurses

within their countries.

4. Serve as the authoritative voice for nurses and nursing

internationally.
 ACTIVITIES:
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1. Makes policy statements on health and social issues. 

2. Offers a great variety of seminars 

3. Maintaining and improving the status of Nursing

around the world
 MEMBERSHIP:

 All nurses can become members of the ICN but not as
individuals.
 The individual nurse becomes a member if his/her
national nurses association is a member of ICN.
 Nurses in India become members of ICN when they
become members of the TNAI.
 TRAINED NURSES
ASSOCIATION OF INDIA (TNAI)
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 The Trained nurses association of India is a national

professional association of Nurses. The present name

and organization were established in 1922.

 AIMS:
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 Aims center upon needs of the individual member and
problems in the nursing profession as a whole. Such
aims include 
1. Upgrading. 
2. Development and standardisation of nursing
education. 
3. Improvement of living and working condition for
nurses in India. 
4. Registration for qualified nurses.
 ACTIVITIES:
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1. TNAI gives scholarships for nurses who wish to go on for advanced

study either here or abroad. 

2. It helped to remove discrimination against male nurses.

3. Initiated much needed study and improvement of economic

conditions for nurses.

4. The TNAI opposes strikes unless all other means of negotiating have

failed to bring about satisfactory working conditions.

 MEMBERSHIP:
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 Obtained by application and submission of a copy of your state
registration certificate. It is possible to apply for a life
membership. The official organ of the TNAI is The Nursing Journal
of India which is published monthly. The cost of this is included in
the annual subscription for membership in the association.

 It helps you to be informed of current events in nursing and offers

opportunities to publish articles and voice opinions.
Policies and Practices of TNAI:
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 The Trained Nurses Association of India has for many years been greatly

concerned about the economic welfare of Nurses and action which may be

taken to negotiate for better benefits and working conditions for the

profession. The following facts have emerged during this time:

 The TNAI cannot be legally appointed as a negotiating body either at a

Local, State or National level.

 The advice of the TNAI is listened to, with respect, and sometimes acted

upon. But such advice is given on the initiative of the TNAI, but the TNAI

does not have the right of representation in negotiations.

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 The TNAI as a national body can give a broad support to local or state

organizations of Nurses.

 The organization of the TNAI makes it possible for all nurses to

participate at some level. Beginning with the local unit, which is usually

made up of personnel in a specific institution, the level of organisation

moves to the district, state and national levels. Members of the TNAI are

usually most active on the level of the local unit. Activities and

conferences, however, are planned regularly by the state branches and

provide opportunities for valuable professional participation and

development of the individual member.

 THE INDIAN NURSING COUNCIL (I N C)


The Indian Nursing Council, which was
authorised by the Indian Nursing Council Act of
1947, was established in 1949.
 PURPOSE:
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 Providing uniform standards in Nursing education
and reciprocity in Nursing Registration throughout
the country. 
 Nurses registered in one state were not necessarily
recognised for registration in another state before
this time. The condition of mutual recognition by the
state nurses registration councils, which is called
reciprocity, was possible only if uniform standards
of nursing education were maintained.
 RESPONSIBILITIES:
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1. Prescribes curricula for nursing education in all the
states. 
2. Refuses or Recognises Programmes of Nursing
Education according to standards required.
3. Support high standards in Nursing. 
4. Providing registration for foreign nurses. 
5. Maintenance of the Indian Nurses Register. This
register contains the names of all nurses, midwives,
auxiliary nurse midwives who are enrolled on all
state registers.
 Functions:
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1. To establish and monitor a uniform standard of nursing education for nurses

midwife, Auxiliary Nurse- Midwives and health visitors by doing inspection

of the institutions.

2. To establish and monitor a uniform standard of nursing education for nurses

midwife, Auxiliary Nurse- Midwives and health visitors by doing inspection

of the institutions.

3. To recognize the qualifications under section 10(2)(4) of the Indian Nursing

Council Act, 1947 for the purpose of registration and employment in India

and abroad.
4. To give approval for registration of Indian and Foreign Nurses

possessing foreign qualification under section 11(2)(a) of the Indian

Nursing Council Act, 1947. 

5. To prescribe minimum standards of education and training in various

nursing programmes and prescribe the syllabus & regulations for

Nursing programms.

6. Power to withdraw the recognition of qualification under section 14 of

the Act in case the institution fails to maintain its standards under

Section 14 (1)(b) that an institution recognised by a State Council for

the training of nurses, midwives, Auxiliary Nurse Midwives or health

visitors does not satisfy the requirements of the Council.

7. To advise the State Nursing Councils, Examining Boards,

State Governments and Central Government in various

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important items regarding Nursing Education in the Country.

8. To regulate the training policies and programmes in the field

of Nursing.

9. To recognise Institutions/Organisations/Universities

imparting Master’s Degree/ Bachelor’s Degree/P.G.

Diploma/ Diploma/Certificate Courses in the field of

Nursing.
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10. To Recognise Degree/Diploma/Certificate awarded by

Foreign Universities/ Institutions on reciprocal basis.

11. To promote research in Nursing.

12. To maintain Indian Nurses Register for registration of

Nursing Personnel.

13. Prescribe code of ethics and professional conduct.

14. To improve the quality of nursing education.

 Composition of INC:
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 President: elected by members council

 Vice President: Elected by members of council

 The Secretary of the Council (who may also, if it is

deemed expedient by the Council, act as Treasurer) shall,

for three years from the first constitution of the Council, be

a person appointed by the Central Government and shall

hold office during the pleasure of the Central Government.

 The Executive Committee

 The Executive Committee shall consist of nine members, of
whom seven shall be elected by the Council from among its
members.
 The President and Vice-President of the Council shall be
members ex offic of the Executive Committee, and shall be
President and Vice-President, respectively, of that Committee.
 In addition to the powers and duties conferred and imposed
upon it by this Act, the Executive Committee shall exercise
and discharge such powers and duties as the Council
 THE COMMONWEALTH NURSES
FEDERATION

 The Commonwealth Nurses Federation was formally organised

in 1973 and operates in Six regions of the world which are East,

Africa, Atlantic, Australia, Pacific, South Asia and Europe.

 The TNAI is also affiliated with the Commonwealth Nurses

Federation .It is made up of nurses associations from

commonwealth countries.
 AIMS:

1. Promote sharing, better communications and closer relationships

between its member associations. 

2. Provides expert professional advice. 

3. Scholarships for advanced study.

4. Financial assistance for professional meetings and seminars. 

5. Running an office through which funds can be received and

dispersed for the benefit of nursing in countries which are

represented.
 RED CROSS SOCIETY
 It follows the directions of the Geneva conventions in an effort to

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protect victims of armed conflict. Its headquarters is in Geneva,
Switzerland.

 They delegate visit and inspect prisoner of war camps. They arrange for
delivery of mail and food packages to the prisoners. They also offer
emergency relief by providing food and medical supplies. A very
valuable service is that of a central tracing agency which helps to locate
prisoners of war and missing persons long after a conflict is over.

 At times of armed conflict or natural disaster within country these help

to give comprehensive care to the affected.
 THE WORLD HEALTH ORGANISATION


 The world health organisation, commonly called the WHO is

also a specialised agency of the United Nations. It was

organised in 1948 for the purpose of helping to achieve the

highest possible level of health for all people

 
 The WHO has been active in nursing education and
practice in a number of ways in India. It has offered
guidance in setting up programmes of Nursing Education.
The WHO promotes public health in many ways around
the world. It is currently known for the declaration of
working towards “Health for all by 2000 AD”. This
declaration has given a tremendous push to developing
primary health care and recognizing the very essential role
of nursing in health care system
THE STUDENT NURSES ASSOCIATION
(SNA)

 The Student Nurses Association organised in 1920, is

associated with and under jurisdiction of the TNAI. In

addition to providing a means of personal and professional

development for the nursing student. The assistant secretary of

the TNAI serves as advisor for the SNA.

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1. Help student Nurses learn how the professional

organisation serves to uphold the dignity and ideals of the

nursing profession. 

2. Promote a close rapport with other student Nurses. 

3. Furnish student Nurses advice in their courses of study

leading up to professional qualifications. 

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4. Encourages leadership ability and help students to gain a

wide knowledge of the nursing profession in all of its

different branches. 

5. Encourage both professional and recreational meetings,

Games and Sports.

6. Encourage students nurses develop a co-operative spirit

with other student nurses which will help them in future

professional relationships.
 ACTIVITIES:

1. Fund raising for the TNAI.  

2. Fund raising done for fine arts and sports competitions and

conferences. 

3. Special prizes given for outstanding achievement in specific

areas of nursing education. 

4. Unit activities include maintaining the diary of unit activities,

giving quarterly reports, preparing articles for publication and

distributing application forms for membership in the TNAI.

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 MEMBERSHIP:

 Fees are minimal and easily met by the nursing

student. Nursing students who participate in the Student

nurses association have a valuable opportunity to begin to

develop leadership skills, competitive skills and an interest

for the profession as a whole.

 THE NURSES LEAGUE OF THE
CLINICAL MEDICAL ASSOCIATION

 The Nurses league of the clinical medical association of India

was founded in 1930. It became affiliated to the TNAI in 1936

and promotes membership in this organisation.

 OBJECTIVES:

 Promote cooperation and encouragement among Christian

Nurses.

 Promote efficiency in nursing education and service.

 Secure the highest standards possible in Christian nursing

education through the Christian schools of nursing.

 Considering the special work and problems of Christian nurses

wherever employed.
 ACTIVITIES:

 Activities include national and area conferences and retreats for

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its members. Development of leadership abilities is encouraged

by participation in these meetings.

 Each meeting also allows for sharing of problems common to the

Christian nurse.

 Provides expert professional advice.

 Provides scholarships for advanced study.

 Provides financial assistance for professional meetings and

seminars
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 MEMBERSHIP:

 Membership fees are required and a life membership is

available. Nursing students may become associate

members of the league. Membership in the Nurses league

may be a requirement for certain nursing positions under

control of Christian employing authorities.

 THE CHRISTIAN MEDICAL ASSOCIATION
OF INDIA


 The CMAI began in 1905 as a fellowship of Christian
missionary doctors to provide spiritual sharing and support. It
gradually developed into a larger organisation which included
other Christian health professionals and health institutions
 MEMBERSHIP
 Membership is open to doctors, registered nurses and
ANM/Health workers, all health professionals. Students in
health professional courses may also become members
 FUNCTIONS

 To provide professional training through formal and
informal education, publication of textbooks and other
materials and scholarships.
 To encourage community health work through training,
advisory services and technical support.
 To assist and support churches and health institutions with
study and training.
 To disperse health related information which will help
with health education and lean towards a more healthy and
just society.
 STATE NURSING COUNCILS

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 State Nursing Councils (SNC) are formed since 1926 to
control the training and practice with in the state and
issue licences to the qualified nurses. A license issued
by a council provides assurance to the public that the
nurse has met predetermined standards.
 FUNCTION OF STATE NURSING COUNCIL

 Regulation of training programme of the diploma,

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Graduate and Post Graduate Courses.

 Supervision of the practice of the profession by its

Member.

 Granting recognition to the training institutions and

periodical Inspection thereon, as the Council is governing

authority of physical and clinical facilities in almost all the

nursing courses conducted in the institution.

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 Proscribing syllabus and curriculum for various nursing

courses and conducting qualifying examination there for.

 Registration and granting certificate to qualified persons

to practice their profession and to watch and take action

against practice of profession by quacks and check mal-

practice as well and to take action.