Becoming a government nurse in India is a great way to help people in need, while also getting the satisfaction of a stable and well-paying job. To become a government nurse in India, you must meet certain qualifications and criteria. These include having the necessary educational qualifications, passing the necessary exams, and meeting any other requirements set by the government. Additionally, you should be aware of the salary and scope of jobs available for nurses in India before making your decision. With this information in mind, you can make an informed decision about whether becoming a government nurse is right for you.
It is not an easy job but it can be very rewarding. The salary of a government nurse in India is attractive and the job offers great scope for growth. To become a government nurse, one needs to have the right qualifications and experience. In this article, we will discuss the qualifications required to become a government nurse in India, the salary you can expect to earn, and the scope of jobs available.
QUALIFICATION TO BECOME A GOVERNMENT NURSE
The first and foremost thing that you should keep in mind is that you need to have a nursing degree or diploma in order to become a government nurse. Some of the nursing courses are-
- BSc (Post Basic)
- BSc Nursing
- General Nursing & Midwifery (GNM)
- Auxiliary Nursing & Midwifery (ANM)
- Post Basic Diploma in Critical Care Nursing
- Post Basic Diploma in Emergency & Disaster Nursing
- Post Basic Diploma in Oncology Nursing
- Post Basic Diploma in Geriatric Nursing
- Post Basic Diploma in Ortho and Rehabilitation Nursing
- Post Basic Diploma in Neonatal Nursing
- Post Basic Diploma in Forensic Nursing
- Post Basic Diploma in Haematology Nursing
- Post Basic Diploma in Burn & Reconstructive Surgery
- Nursing – Residency Programme
- Nurse Practitioner in Critical Care
The eligibility criteria for admission in the above mentioned courses are not same, therefore one must go through the eligibility criteria also.
GOVERNMENT JOBS AFTER NURSING
Here is the list of some of the nursing job profile in government sector-
- Nurse
- Staff Nurse
- Nursing Superintendent
- Nursing Supervisor
- Senior Nurse
- Pediatric Nurse
- Patient Care Coordinator
- Medical Record Technician
- Nurse Educator
- Assistant Nurse
- Military Nurse
Nurses can work in the below mentioned areas-
- Hospitals
- Telehealth
- Emergency Rooms
- Physicians Offices
- Secondary Schools
- Birthing Centres
- Public Health Clinics
- Correctional Facilities
- Law Firms
- Home Healthcare
- Defence Sector
JOB PROFILES AVERAGE SALARY
- Staff Nurse INR 44,000 – 70,000
- Nursing Superintendent INR 39,100
- Nursing Officer INR 62,000
- Junior Nurse INR 38,000 – 45,000
- Midwife INR 37,000
- Community Health Officer INR 25,000 – 45,000
In order to get a government one must make sure that he/she needs to qualify any of the government exams conducted either at State or National level by-
- Staff Selection Commission
- Railway Recruitment Commission
- Defence Commission
- Sanjay Gandhi Postgraduate Institute of Medical Sciences (SGPGIMS)
- Medical Health Services Recruitment Board (MHSRB)
- West Bengal Health Recruitment Board (WBHRB)
- JIPMER
- All India Institute of Medical Sciences
- Uttar Pradesh Public Service Commission and many more
Government nurses are in high demand and enjoy excellent job security, competitive salaries, and ample scope for growth. To become a government nurse in India, you must possess the necessary qualifications and complete the relevant training course.
CONTENT CURATOR : PUJA UNIYAL
