Faculty of Nursing & Midwifery

Faculty Of Nursing & Midwifery

Ziauddin Faculty of Nursing & Midwifery earlier known as School of Nursing was the first academic unit of Ziauddin University established in 1986 and it is recognized by Pakistan Nursing Council. In 2009, the School of Nursing was upgraded to the level of College and becomes Faculty of Nursing & Midwifery in 2020.The department offers various programs at undergraduate and graduate level to students coming from varied ethnic and socio-economic backgrounds of Pakistan. The reputation of Ziauddin Faculty of Nursing and Midwifery has grown nationally and internationally owing to the competency, critical thinking and knowledge of the graduates.

Vision

To be a catalyst for advancement of the nursing profession and healthcare system to achieve universal healthcare.

Mission

To strengthen the educational and research mandate for uplifting the Nursing profession and healthcare system by exhibiting effective leadership and collaboration in research, technology, scholarship and innovation.

Never in the history of the nursing profession has there been such an opportunity for nurses to play a key role in transforming health care. These nurses provide care to individuals, families, and communities in virtually all locations in which health care is delivered including hospitals, long-term care facilities, ambulatory care settings, homes, schools, and workplaces. Our profession carries the enormous responsibility of leading reform in health and health care systems, improving health outcomes of patients and their families, and generating and translating knowledge that improves nursing education, nursing leadership, research and nursing practice. In this regard, ZUFONAM is highly committed to meet these challenges and addressing the critical health needs of our population by preparing nurses who have a broad understanding of the profession, public policy, leadership, and health care systems. The overriding strength of our educational programs, research opportunities, and clinical services lies in the talented and dedicated faculty members and researchers at the Faculty of Nursing and Midwifery.

Dr. Pamela Marshall
Dean
Ziauddin University Faculty of Nursing and Midwifery (ZUFONAM)

Nurses play an essential role in delivering healthcare all over the world and have always been at the forefront of the medical and wellness industry. They are the ones who heal those in need and provide aid to the patients and families to deal with illnesses encountered. Most importantly, nurses do more than just provide care to the patients, they also serve as the pillars of the healthcare industry who educate the patients and help provide emotional and mental support. If you have an interest in helping people daily and using your empathy to make a difference in the world, nursing is the correct profession for you.

The following are the main career options and professionals for nursing graduates around the globe:

Hospital Sector	Educational Sector	Community Sector
•Head Nurse • Nursing Supervisor • Deputy Nursing Superintendent • Nursing Superintendent • Nursing Director • Matron • Clinical Nurse Specialist • Nursing Administrator	• Nursing Instructor • Assistant Professor • Professor • Head of the Department • Researcher • Nursing Administrator • Clinical Instructor	• Health Educator • Community Health Officer • School Health Nurse • Maternal Care Nurse • Community-Based Nursing Coordinator • Director of Nursing • Nursing Unit Manager

In summary, these are the top career paths that nurses pursue. The main role still remains the same. Importantly, they are health care facilitators. Additionally, public health scope in Pakistan is improving as well. Public health care system needs health care specialists. Furthermore, many private and public sectors hire nurses. Below are the top industries that recruit nurses: