
Current Academic Role & Responsibilities
I. Administration; Assist the Dean in overall administration and institutional governance; Ensure implementation of institutional policies, rules, and regulations. Supervise faculty, administrative, and support staff; Participate in recruitment, selection, and retention of staff and students; Oversee budgeting, resource allocation, and infrastructure management. Ensure discipline and smooth functioning of the college; Coordinate with departments and maintain effective communication; Support accreditation and regulatory compliance processes. II. Academics; Ensure implementation of the course plan and teach assigned subjects; Maintain academic records, attendance, and internal assessment marks accurately.
Conduct examinations and prepare internal assessment scores on time; Provide individualized attention and academic guidance to students; Deliver both classroom and clinical teaching effectively. Ensure adherence to university and regulatory (INC) guidelines; Oversee curriculum implementation and periodic revision; Monitor student performance and academic progression. Promote student discipline and academic integrity; Update professional knowledge; III. Research and Collaborations. Guide students in research activities; Apply for research grants; Publish articles in high-impact (high-quartile) journals.
Participate in research and innovation initiatives; Engage with faculty from other universities for academic collaborations and teaching-learning activities; V. Alumni Relations. Stay updated on alumni activities; Coordinate alumni engagement with the alumni coordinator. Encourage alumni participation in institutional development; Motivate alumni contributions to teaching-learning activities. Involve alumni in teaching, mentorship, and guest lectures; Support placement opportunities through alumni network.
Subjects Currently Teaching
| Subject | Semester / Year |
|---|---|
| Psychiatric (Mental Health) Nursing | II Year MSc Nursing (Psychiatric /Mental health Nursing Specialty) |
| Nursing Education | I Year MSc Nursing |
| Applied Psychology | I Semester BSc Nursing |
Academic Qualifications
| Degree | Specialisation | Institute | yearOfPassing |
|---|---|---|---|
| BSc | Nursing | Christian Medical college,College of nursing,Ludhiana | 1991 |
| MSc | Mental health Nursing | Manipal College of Nusring ,MAHE,Manipal | 1997 |
| PhD | Nursing | Manipal Academy of Higher education,Manipal | 2012 |
| Certificate Course | Biostatistics & Research Methodology | Department of Biostatistics,MAHE | 2007 |
| MS | Counselling and Psychotherapy | Manasa Educational Foundation for Mental Health, Shimoga (Kuvempu University) | 1015 |
Experience
| Institution / Organisation | Designation | Tenure |
|---|---|---|
| Manipal College of Nursing Manipal, MAHE | Professor& Associate Dean | 2024- to date |
| Manipal College of Nursing Manipal, MAHE | Professor, HoD & Associate Dean | 2021-2024 |
| Manipal College of Nursing Manipal, MAHE | Professor & HoD | 2011-2021 |
| Manipal College of Nursing Manipal, MAHE | Officiating Professor& HoD | 2007-2011 |
| Manipal College of Nursing Manipal, MAHE | Officiating Professor | 2005-2007 |
| King Khalid University Hospital, Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia | Nurse Educator | 2003-2005 |
| Manipal College of Nursing Manipal, MAHE | Associate Professor & HoD | 2002-2003 |
| Manipal College of Nursing Manipal, MAHE | Assistant Professor& HoD | 1999-2002 |
| Manipal College of Nursing Manipal, MAHE | Lecturer & HoD | 1997-1999 |
| Manipal College of Nursing Manipal, MAHE | MSc Nursing | 1994-1996 |
| Manipal College of Nursing Manipal, MAHE | Asst. Lecturer | 1994 |
| AIIMS,New Delhi | Staff Nurse | 1993-1994 |
| CMC, Ludhiana | Staff Nurse | 1991-1993 |