About St. Mary’s College of Nursing
Our Foundation
St. Mary’s College of Nursing was established in the year 2007 The College is Affiliated to DR MGR University , Recognized by Govt of Tamil nadu and approved by Tamil Nadu Nursing Council and Indian Nursing Council. The Institution set new standards of excellence in Nursing Education and practice.
Academic Excellence
The college aims at an educational programme that enhances the students knowledge, skills, abilities and favourable attitudes to qualify as nursing professionals in today’s highly competitive and health conscious society.
Global Impact
Candidate deciding to do Nursing are required to possess high motivation towards the Nursing profession, with special Qualities, a spirit of altruism, commitment and dedication to work. The college prepares nurses who can make independent decisions in nursing situations, protect the human rights and facilitates individual and groups in pursuit of health, function in the hospital, community nursing services and conducts research studies in the areas of nursing practice.
OUR VISION
To set global standards in professional nursing and to develop committed and dedicated nursing personnel who render selfless service as an expression of Christian concern towards the sick and the suffering.
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• To provide quality patient care.
• To be progressive in providing holistic healthcare services to all.
• To create and foster a centre of excellence for research in nursing.
• To ensure evidence-based practice.
Message From Principal
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Greetings in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ!
As the Principal of this esteemed institution, it is my joy and privilege to welcome you to St. Mary’s College of Nursing, a center of learning rooted in the values of Christian faith, academic excellence, and compassionate service.
Founded under the vision and mission of the Franciscan Sister’s of the Presentation of the Blessed Virgin Mary, our college strives to prepare young women as professional nurses who are not only skilled and competent, but also deeply committed to the healing ministry of Christ.
At the heart of our education is the belief that nursing is not just a profession, but a vocation, a sacred calling to serve humanity with gentleness, humility, and integrity. Along with strong academic and clinical training, we instill in our students values of prayer, discipline, responsibility, and selfless service.
We are proud of our committed faculty, vibrant student community, and a spiritually nourishing environment where each individual is encouraged to grow not just in knowledge and skill, but also in character and faith.
As we walk together on this journey, we entrust our mission to the intercession of the Blessed Virgin Mary, patroness of nurses, and pray that every student who walks through our halls may become a light of Christ in the world.
May God bless you abundantly!
In Christ’s service,
Sr. Maria Sagaya Rani, M.Sc(N)
Principal
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History of St. Mary’s School and College of Nursing, Podanur, Coimbatore
St. Mary's Hospital Podanur, Coimbatore was founded in 1943. This Hospital has been serving the community for decades and later the St. Mary’s School of Nursing,was established in 2007. It is a cherished institution rooted in the legacy of compassion, service, and excellence in nursing education. It was founded and is administered by the Presentation Sisters, belonging to the globally recognized Society of the Presentation of the Blessed Virgin Mary, whose mission is to uplift the marginalized through education, healthcare, and social service.
Guided by the spirit and vision of Servant of God Joseph Louis Revel the founder of the Presentation Congregation, the sisters ventured into nursing education with a strong commitment to form competent, compassionate, and ethical healthcare professionals. The school was established with the vision of empowering young women, especially from rural and disadvantaged backgrounds, by equipping them with professional nursing skills and Christian values.
Over the years, St. Mary’s School of Nursing has earned a reputation for academic excellence, disciplined training, and dedicated service. Its graduates have served across India and abroad, making a difference in the lives of the sick and suffering.
Building on this strong foundation, and responding to the growing demand for advanced nursing education, we are now proud to begin St. Mary’s College of Nursing, Podanur, with upgraded infrastructure, experienced faculty, and an expanded curriculum. This milestone marks a new chapter in our journey toward shaping future nurse leaders who will serve with competence, compassion, and commitment.
Affiliated to the Tamil Nadu Nurses and Midwives Council and recognized by the Indian Nursing Council, our college continues the Presentation tradition of holistic education, spiritual formation, and dedicated service in healthcare.
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