PRESENTATION ON :- REGULATORY BODIES OF NURSING

SUBECT:- ADVANCE NURSING PRACTICE

SUBMITTED TO, SUBMITTED BY,

RESPEECTED ANNAMMA SUMON MAM NARENDRA SINGH P.

ASSOCIATE PROF. M.SC NURSING PREVIOUS
GCON, JODHPUR GCON, JODHPUR

PRESENTATION DATE :
 REGULATORY BODIES

INTRODUCTION
Health Professionals such as Nurses, doctors, Pharmacist and many others are regulated and licensed by
regulatory bodies as required by provincial legislation. All nurses are required to be licensed to practice with
their designated provincial nursing regulatory body. Legal responsibility in nursing practice is becoming of
greater importance as each year passes. In order to provide safe and competent nursing care an
understanding of legal boundaries is very essential. It is important to know the law in one state and the
authorities enforcing these laws. Nursing regulatory bodies also known as colleges or associations, are
responsible for the licensing of nurses within their respective provinces territory. The Nursing Regulatory
bodies receive their authority from legislation.

DEFINITION
Regulatory bodies A regulatory agency is a public authority or a government agency responsible and
accountable for implementing autonomous authority overwork area of human activity in a regulatory and
supervisory capacity.

Function In Regulatory Bodies in Nursing

1. Frame the standard rules or regulations for all professional workers
2. Keep focus on health events, natural calamities and disasters.
3. Prepare or screen the requirements and plan of action to prevent morbidity and
mortality.
4. Evaluate the activities of the health programme planned and implemented
5. Provide the recognition and accreditation to the hospital and educational
institution.

Vital Role of Regulatory Bodies

• To ensure the public’s Right to quality health care service.
• To support and assist professional members.
• Monitor and enforce standards for nursing education.
• Monitor and enforce standards of nursing practice.
• Set the requirements for registration of nursing professionals.
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Types of regulatory bodies in nursing
1. International Regulatory Bodies: a. WHO. b. UNO. c. UNICEF. d. ICN.
2. National-Level Regulatory Bodies: a. INC. b. TNAI. c. CMAL.
3. State-Level Regulatory Bodies: a. State Nursing Council. b. Universities (Academic
council, Syndicate). c. DME (Directorate of Medical Education).
4. Local-Level Regulatory Bodies: They are the individual institutions under universities or
state.

THE INTERNATIONAL COUNCIL OF NURSE

The International council of nurses, founded in 1899 by Mrs. Bedford Fenwick, is a federation of non-
political and self-governing national nurses association. The head quarters are in Geneva, Switzerland. The
main purpose of the ICN is to provide a mean through which the national associations can share their interest
in the promotion of health and care of the sick.

ICN GOAL ( OBJECTIVE) :-

• Providing relevant and timely information about practice, education, role development, research,
policy and regulatory developments.
• Enabling an international forum for sharing and exchange of knowledge, expertise, and experience.
• Supporting nurses and country representatives who are developing, implementing, expanding, and
evaluating APN( Advanced Practice Nursing) roles and practice.
• Creating and disseminating relevant resources that are pertinent to APNs across diverse practice
settings.
• Building evidence informed data, collaboration, and research agendas.

ICN ORGANISATION CHART

WORLD HEALTH ORGANISATION
The World Health Organization (WHO) plays a crucial role in supporting and advancing nursing worldwide.
They work on various fronts to promote nursing, including:
1. Advocacy: WHO advocates for the importance of nursing as a vital component of healthcare systems
globally. They promote policies and initiatives aimed at recognizing the contributions of nurses and
enhancing their role in healthcare delivery.
2. Education and training: WHO collaborates with nursing organizations and educational institutions to
develop and implement training programs for nurses. These programs aim to improve the quality of
nursing education and ensure that nurses are equipped with the necessary skills and knowledge to
provide high-quality care.
3. Standards and guidelines: WHO develops and disseminates standards and guidelines for nursing
practice, education, and regulation. These standards help ensure consistency and quality in nursing care
delivery across different settings and countries.
4. Research and evidence-based practice: WHO supports research in nursing and encourages the use of
evidence-based practices in nursing care. They provide resources and guidance to help nurses integrate
the latest research findings into their practice.
5. Capacity building: WHO works to strengthen the capacity of nursing workforce globally, particularly in
underserved areas. They provide technical assistance, training, and support to help countries address
nursing workforce challenges and improve healthcare delivery.
Overall, WHO’s work for nursing aims to enhance the status, capacity, and effectiveness of the nursing
profession worldwide, ultimately contributing to better health outcomes for individuals and communities.

INDIAN NURSING COUNCIL

The Indian Nursing Council was authorized by the Indian Nursing Act of 1947. It was established in 1949 to
providing uniform standards in nursing education and reciprocity in nursing registration throughout the
country. Nurses registered in one stat were not necessarily recognized 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
The Indian Nursing Council oversees various programs aimed at educating and training nurses in the
country. These include the General Nursing and Midwifery (GNM) program, which is a three-year diploma
course, and the Bachelor of Science in Nursing (B.Sc. Nursing) program, a four-year undergraduate course.
Additionally, the Council manages the Post-Basic B.Sc. Nursing program, Post-Basic Midwifery, and Super
Specialty Courses in Nursing, catering to the advanced education needs of nurses. These programs ensure
the development of skilled and competent nursing professionals in India.

Organization Chart :--

PRESIDENT ( Dr. T. DILEEP KUMAR)

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VICE PRESIDENT ( DR. JOGENDRA SHARMA)
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SECRETARY (Lt. col. DR. SARVJEET KAUR)
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JOINT SECRETARY ( MRS. K.S. BHARTI)
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DEPUTY SECRETARY
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ASST. SECRETARY
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OTHER STAFF

Purpose of INC
1. To formulate a national policy for training and practice of nursing depending mainly on the culture
and philosophy of country .
2. To prescribe the syllabus for the training of nurses of all levels.
3. Nursing personnel have to be identified with an appropriate educational programme for each level in
the system of the country.
4. The council has the authority to inspect the training institutions periodically to ensure that its
functioning follows the prescribed standards.

AMENDMENT OF THE ACT OF INC

1. A proposal is to be sent to the government of India, Ministry of Health and Family Welfare.

2. The above ministry will consult the Ministry of Law.

3. It will then go the cabinet ( legal cell).

4. When it is approved by the cabinet (legal cell), it will be placed before the Lok Sabha.

5. When the amendments are approved by the Rajya Sabha , then it will be gazette and
notified.

Committee’s Of INC
1. Nursing Education committee
2. Executive Committee
3. Equivalence Committee
 4. Finance Committee

1. Nursing education committee :

The Indian Nursing Council’s Educational Committee function is a gathering of professionals and experts
in the nursing field. They discuss and decide on various aspects related to nursing education, such as
curriculum development, updating syllabus, and setting standards for nursing education in India. These
meetings play a crucial role in maintaining the quality and relevance of nursing education to meet the
evolving healthcare needs of the country.

2. Executive Committee:
The Indian Nursing Council’s Executive Committee function is a gathering of prominent members and
professionals within the nursing field. This event serves as a platform for discussing and implementing
strategies to enhance nursing education, professional development, and patient care standards in India. By
collaborating and sharing insights, the attendees contribute to the growth and improvement of the nursing
sector in the country.

3. Finance Committee
The Indian Nursing Council’s Finance Committee plays a crucial role in managing and overseeing the
financial aspects of the council. This committee is responsible for ensuring the efficient allocation and
utilization of funds for various initiatives, programs, and activities related to the nursing profession. By
effectively handling the financial matters, the committee helps the Indian Nursing Council maintain its
operations and contribute to the growth and development of nursing education and practices in India.

4. Equivalence Committee:
The Indian Nursing Council’s Equivalence Committee functions to evaluate and determine the equivalence
of nursing qualifications obtained from various countries, institutions, or boards. This process ensures that
the qualifications meet the required standards set by the Indian Nursing Council, allowing nurses with
foreign qualifications to practice nursing in India. The committee’s primary objective is to maintain the
quality and consistency of nursing education and practice across the nation, thereby safeguarding public
health and patient safety.

Types of Inspections by Inc :

The Indian Nursing Council (INC) conducts various types of inspections to ensure the quality of nursing
education and professional standards in India. These inspections include routine inspections of nursing
institutions, inspections for recognition or renewal of recognition, inspections for affiliation or renewal of
affiliation with universities, and inspections for approval of new courses or up gradation of existing ones. The
primary objective of these inspections is to maintain the high standards of nursing education and safeguard the
interests of nursing students and the healthcare sector.
1. First Inspections : The first inspections conducted by the Indian Nursing Council (INC) usually involve
evaluating nursing institutions for recognition or affiliation. These inspections ensure that the institutions
meet the required standards for infrastructure, faculty, curriculum, and other essential aspects of nursing
education. Upon successful inspection, the INC grants recognition or affiliation, allowing the institutions to
offer nursing courses and admitting students. This process helps maintain the quality of nursing education
and safeguards the interests of nursing students and the healthcare sector.
2. The Indian Nursing Council (INC) may conduct Re-inspections when necessary, particularly if initial
inspections reveal non-compliance with standards or issues related to the quality of nursing education. Re-
inspections help ensure that the required improvements have been made and that institutions maintain the
expected standards. These re-inspections aim to promote continuous quality improvement and adherence to
the INC’s guidelines for nursing education and professional conduct.

3. The Indian Nursing Council (INC) conducts periodic inspections to maintain the quality of nursing
education and professional standards in India. These inspections are typically carried out on a regular basis,
such as annually or as per the prescribed schedule, to assess the overall functioning, infrastructure, faculty,
and curriculum of nursing institutions. The primary objective of these periodic inspections is to identify any
areas of improvement, ensure compliance with INC guidelines, and maintain the high standards of nursing
educa

Function Of INC :
1) Recognizes nurses as a separate branch in health services
2. Regulates nursing training, sets uniform standard or types of training for nurses throughout the Country.
3. Recognize qualifications ( basic To higher ) any recognized qualifications shall be sufficient
4. Seeks information on course of study and training and examination from any State from time to time as
required.
5. Inspect schools and colleges of nursing.
6. Can withdraw recognition of nursing institutions
7. Maintains Indian nurses’ registers
8. Has the power to make regulations.
9. Permits title, badge and uniforms for registered nurses.
10. Upholds the standard of profession.
11. Brings out publications.
12. NRTS

PROGRAM UNDER INC

ANM ( Auxiliary Nursing midwives) 2yr Program
GNM ( General Nursing Midwives) 3yr program
B.SC Nursing 4yr Program
M.Sc. Nursing 2yr program
P.HD PROGRAM
Nursing Practitioners in critical care 2yr program .

TRAINED NURSES ASSOCIATION OF INDIA

The Trained Nursing Association of India (TNAI) is a national professional organization dedicated to
promoting the welfare and advancement of nursing professionals in the country. Established in 1927, TNAI
works towards enhancing the knowledge, skills, and competencies of nurses through various educational
programs, conferences, workshops, and seminars. Additionally, the association advocates for better working
conditions, fair remuneration, and improved healthcare policies for nurses in India.

SNAI-TNAI MEMBERSHIP (NEW PLAN)

 RS. 2000/_ PER STUDENT Including SNAI scholarship, SNAI Subscription fee.
 SNAI ID CARD Issued to individual student.
 Automatically becomes TNAI member without any fee.
OBJECTIVE
Upholding every way the
• Dignity and honor of the nursing profession,
• Promoting a sense of espirit de corps among all nurses,
• To advance professional, educational, economic and general welfare of nurses

PURPOSE ;-
 To help the students to uphold the dignity of the profession.
 To promote team spirit among students for common goal.
 To help the students to develop professional ethics.
 To encourage students to gain positive attitude towards the nursing profession.
 To encourage the students to develop leadership quality and effective communication skills for overall
development.
 To encourage students to participate and compete in various events at state, regional and national
conferences

Functions:.
• To enunciate standards of Nursing Service and implement these through appropriate channels.
• To establish a code of ethical conduct for practitioners.
• To stimulate and promote research designed to enhance the knowledge for evidence-based nursing
practice.
• To promote legislation and to speak for Nurses in regard to legislative action.
• To promote and protect the economic welfare of Nurses.
• To provide professional counselling and placement service for Nurses.
• To provide for the continuing professional development of practitioners.
• To represent Nurses and serve as their spoke person with allied national and international
ganisations,governmental and other bodies and the public.
• To serve as the official representative of the Nurses of India
• As a member of the International Council of Nurses.
• To promote the general health and welfare of the public through the Association programmes,
relationships and activities e.g. Disaster Management.
• To render care as per the changing needs of the society.
ROLE OF STATE GOVERNMENT
The state government controls nursing practice through the state Nurses Registration Acts. The state Nurses
Registration Councils have authority to prescribe rules of conduct, to take disciplinary action and to maintain
registers of nurses. Except for the uniform standards given by the INC, the state nurse practice act is the
important law affecting one nursing practice act that protects the public by broadly defining the legal scope
of nursing practice. The SNC is constituted in respective states. The main purpose is to regulate better
training for nurses, midwives and health visitors.

Functions:
• Registration carries out student registration after admission to a basic nursing programme and final
registration after completing the course.
• Examination are conducted for the different courses throughout the year
• Changing surname after marriage , the surname of the trained nurses are changed if wanted.
• Inspection of training institution and granting recognition or withdrawal of recognition.
• Maintenance of different register for different categories of nurses.
• Change of address of the trained nurse if wanted by the nurse.
• Issue of duplicate certificate for loss of original certificates.
• Additional qualification registration for up to date statistics for higher qualification.
• Renewal of registration
• Reciprocal registration • Abroad verification • Publication.
• Construction of syllabus including required courses in state.
• In-service education programme .
• Research.

SALIENT FEATURES
1. Has provision for autonomous body, comprising the majority of nurses , and is endowed with decision
making power.
2. Carries out compulsory registration for all nurses and midwives practising within the state.
3. Has provision for nurses, midwives and public health nurses to elect their own representative to the
respective state.
4. Has power for regulate nursing education through prescribed curriculum and to enunciate examination
polices.
5. Has provision for recognition of educational institutions of nursing and withdrawal of such recognition if
necessary.

RAJASTHAN NURSING COUNCIL

PRESIDENT- DR RAVI PRAKASH MATHUR

REGISTRAR- MS. BHARTI

Rajasthan Nursing Council was established under the Rajasthan Nursing, Midwives, Health Visitors and
Auxiliary Nurse Midwives Registration Act. No. 9 of 1964, published in the Rajasthan Gazette Dated March
28, 1964, for fulfillment of the aims and the objectives as laid down in the Act.

Functions:
 Granting recognition to the training institutions and periodical Inspection there on, as the Council is
governing authority of physical and clinical facilities in almost all the nursing courses conducted in the
institution.
 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

Role of Directorate of medical education in nursing education

1. To provide quality medical care to the people.
2. To provide qualified human resources.
3. To develop teaching , training and research programmes in the medical field.
4. To deliver the better services to the students and all people in the society.
5. To conduct diploma in general nursing and midwifery examination for all nursing schools in respective
state under the control of the directorate of medical education.
6. To provide migration certificate issued by DME to all organization .
7. To periodically inspect college conducting diploma nursing courses.
SUMMARY;-

A regulatory agency is a public authority or a government agency responsible and accountable for
implementing autonomous authority over work area of human activity in regulatory and supervisory
capacity. In India the central level agency is INDIAN NURSING COUNCIL his regulate the others different
state council. Council of nursing navigate the nurses. In INC conducting programs ANM, GNM, B.sc, M.sc,
PHD. Council made the curriculum. .
CONCLUSION:

In conclusion, regulatory bodies in nursing play a crucial role in maintaining the integrity and quality of nursing
education and practice. These organizations work closely with governments and healthcare partners to establish
professional standards, approve nursing programs, register nurses, and develop guidelines for nursing practice.
By doing so, they contribute to the overall development and progress of the nursing profession, ensuring that
nurses are well-equipped to provide high-quality care to patients.
The provincial regulatory bodies have responsibility for monitoring and approving nursing education..
Prepares graduates to practice professionally and meet the required standards and competencies. The
government sets out the legislation for the protection of the public it is the nurses themselves who carry out
this legislation under the specific mandate and structure required by the law.
REFERENCE:
Clement I, the text book of management of nursing services and education, 3 rd edition, publish
by Elsevier 2021, new delhi, page no. 639 to 642.

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