Welcome to the compassionate and transformative world of the Mental Health Nursing Department at Dr. Vithalrao Vikhe Patil Foundation's, College of Nursing. Our mission is to educate and empower the next generation of nursing professionals, equipping them with the skills and knowledge needed to provide exceptional care to individuals facing mental health challenges. Our commitment to academic excellence is unwavering. We offer a comprehensive curriculum that blends theoretical knowledge with hands-on training, ensuring our students are well-prepared to excel in the dynamic field of mental health nursing. We foster a culture of research and innovation. Our faculty and students actively engage in research projects aimed at advancing the field of mental health nursing and promoting evidence-based practices to improve patient outcomes. We promote collaboration and partnerships with other healthcare disciplines and mental health organizations. Our students are prepared to work effectively in interprofessional teams, ensuring comprehensive care for individuals with mental health needs.
Dedicated to providing comprehensive education, fostering clinical competence, promoting research and innovation, engaging in community outreach, and developing proficient leadership skills in students.
Striving towards excellence in education, practice, administration and research in Mental Health Nursing.
To provide high-quality education in mental health nursing with a multidisciplinary approach, fostering evidence-based practices and nurturing leadership qualities that align with global standards.
| Name | Designation | Qualification | Joining Date | UG Experience | PG Experience | Staff Role |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mr. Stephen Bhambal | Clinical Instructor/ Tutor | M.Sc. Nursing (Mental Health Nursing) | May 1, 2022 | 4 | 0 | Teaching staff |
| Mr. Dounde Ankit | Clinical Instructor/ Tutor | Basic B.Sc.Nursing | Sept. 1, 2014 | 11 | 0 | Teaching staff |
| Mr. Nitin Balasaheb Nirmal | Assistant Professor | M.Sc. Nursing (Mental Health Nursing) | Nov. 1, 2022 | 8 | 4 | Teaching staff |
| Ms. Pallavi Bhagoji Kharade | Assistant Professor | M.Sc. Nursing | Jan. 1, 2022 | 6 | 4 | Teaching staff |
| Ms. Sujata Umbarkar | Tutor/ Clinical Instructor | Post Basic B.Sc.Nursing | Nov. 2, 2015 | 9 | 0 | Teaching staff |
| Mr. Amit Kadu | Associate Professor | M.Sc.Nursing (Mental Health Nursing) | Aug. 1, 2012 | 15 | 14 | Teaching staff |
| Mr. Swapnil Sukhadev Mhaske | Assistant Professor | M.Sc. Nursing (Mental Health Nursing) | Oct. 22, 2021 | 7 | 4 | Teaching staff |
| Ms. Nayan Sadanand Waghmare | Tutor | M.Sc. Nursing (Mental Health Nursing) | Aug. 5, 2024 | 1 | 1 | Teaching staff |
| Mr. Sunny Ratnakar kale | Tutor | Post Basic B.Sc. Nursing | July 19, 2016 | 9 | 0 | Teaching staff |
| Ms. Manisha Subhash Sonawane | Tutor | Post Basic B.Sc. Nursing | April 1, 2023 | 3 | 0 | Teaching staff |
| Ms. Shital Sanjay Dhatrak | Tutor | Post Basic B.Sc. Nursing | April 1, 2023 | 3 | 0 | Teaching staff |
| Mr. Kishor Shivaji Gadadhe | Tutor | M.Sc. Nursing (Mental Health Nursing) | Sept. 20, 2025 | 2 | 0 | Teaching staff |
| Mr. Gokul Haushabapu Khemnar | Tutor | M.Sc. Nursing (Mental Health Nursing) | Sept. 20, 2025 | 2 | 0 | Teaching staff |
| Mr. Pardeshi Rushikesh Ganesh | Clinical Instructor | Bsc. Nursing | Sept. 20, 2025 | 2 | 0 | Teaching staff |
| Ms.Brambhane Swati | Clinical Instructor | BSc. Nursing | Dec. 2, 2024 | 2 | 0 | Teaching staff |
| Mr. Kalamkar Shubham Pandurag | Clinical Instructor | BSc. Nursing | Feb. 12, 2024 | 2 | 0 | Teaching staff |
Workshop on "Stress Management".
Workshop on "Good Clinical Practice".
Role Play and Rally on the Occasion of "World Suicide Prevention Day".
Guest Lecture on "The Fight Against Drug Addiction"
No department events available at this time.
| Sr.No | Name Of Staff | Title | Awarded By | Venue | Date | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mr. Amit Kadu | Dronacharya Award | Dr. Vithalroa Vikhe Patil Foundation, CON,Ahmednagar | Ahmednagar | 2023-04-06 | Institutional |
| 2 | Mr. Amit Kadu | Best Teacher Award | Dr. Vithalrao Vikhe Patil Foundation, CON,Ahmednagar | Ahmednagar | 2023-04-06 | Institutional |
| 3 | Ms. Pallavi Bhagoji Kharade | Best Teacher Award | Dr. Vithalrao Vikhe Patil Foundation, CON,Ahmednagar | Ahmednagar | 2023-04-06 | Institutional |
| 4 | Mr. Amit Vasant Kadu | Excellent contribution for Health Awareness | Rotary Club, Ahmednagar Central | Ahilyanagar | 2024-08-01 | state |
| 5 | Mr. Nitin Balasaheb Nirmal | Excellent contribution for Health Awareness | Rotary Club, Ahmednagar Central | Ahilyanagar | 2024-08-01 | state |
| 6 | Ms. Pahlavi Bhagoji Kharade | Excellent contribution for Health Awareness | Rotary Club, Ahmednagar Central | Ahilyanagar | 2024-08-01 | state |
| 7 | Mr. Swapnil Sukhadev Mhaske | Excellent contribution for Health Awareness | Rotary Club, Ahmednagar Central | Ahilyanagar | 2024-08-01 | state |
| 8 | Mr. Stephen Sunil Bhambal | Excellent contribution for Health Awareness | Rotary Club, Ahmednagar Central | Ahilyanagar | 2024-08-01 | state |
| 9 | Mr. Ankit Sudhir Daunde | Excellent contribution for Health Awareness | Rotary Club, Ahmednagar Central | Ahilyanagar | 2024-08-01 | state |
| 10 | Ms. Sujata Changdev Umbarkar | Excellent contribution for Health Awareness | Rotary Club, Ahmednagar Central | Ahilyanagar | 2024-08-01 | state |
| 11 | Mr. Sagar Bapu More | Excellent contribution for Health Awareness | Rotary Club, Ahmednagar Central | Ahilyanagar | 2024-08-01 | state |
| 12 | Mr. Amit Vasant Kadu | Appreciation Award for Excellent Contribution During Covid 19 Pandemic | Zilla Deputy Collector, Ahmednagar | Ahilyanagar | 2022-08-01 | District |
| 13 | Ms. Pallavi Bhagoji Kharade | Dedication towards the nursing profession and providing your Excellency in the patient care | Zilla Deputy Collector, Ahmednagar | Ahilyanagar | 2022-08-01 | District |
| 14 | Mr. Amit Vasant Kadu | Recognition for excellent contribution for health awareness, health care, serving others & community | Rotary Club, Ahmednagar Central | Ahilyanagar | 2025-08-01 | state |
| 15 | Mr. Nitin Balasaheb Nirmal | Recognition for excellent contribution for health awareness, health care, serving others & community | Rotary Club, Ahmednagar Central | Ahilyanagar | 2025-08-01 | state |
| 16 | Ms. Pallavi Bhagoji Kharade | Recognition for excellent contribution for health awareness, health care, serving others & community | Rotary Club, Ahmednagar Central | Ahilyanagar | 2025-08-01 | state |
| 17 | Mr. Swapnil Sukhadev Mhaske | Recognition for excellent contribution for health awareness, health care, serving others & community | Rotary Club, Ahmednagar Central | Ahilyanagar | 2025-08-01 | state |
| 18 | Mr. Dhavse Sachin Bhagwan | Mr. Dhavse Sachin Bhagwan | MUHS University | Ahilyanagar | 2025-05-23 | state |
| 19 | Mental Health Nursing Department | Best Service Award | Mauli Seva Pratisthan (Mangaon) | Ahilyanagar | 2024-08-01 | District |
| 20 | Mr. Amit Vasant Kadu | Certificate of appreciation | Rotary Club, Ahmednagar Central | Ahilyanagar | 2026-05-12 | state |
| 21 | Mr. Nitin Balasaheb Nirmal | Certificate of Appreciation | Rotary Club, Ahmednagar Central | Ahilyanagar | 2026-05-12 | state |
| 22 | Ms. Pallavi Bhagoji Kharade | Certificate of Appreciation | Rotary Club, Ahmednagar Central | Ahilyanagar | 2026-05-12 | state |
| 23 | Mr. Swapnil Sukhadev Mhaske | Certificate of Appreciation | Rotary Club, Ahmednagar Central | Ahilyanagar | 2026-05-12 | state |
| 24 | Mr. Stephen Sunil Bhambal | Certificate of Appreciation | Rotary Club, Ahmednagar Central | Ahilyanagar | 2026-05-12 | state |
| 25 | Ms Nayan Sadanand Waghmare | Certificate of Appreciation | Rotary Club, Ahmednagar Central | Ahilyanagar | 2026-05-12 | state |
| 26 | Mr. Ankit Sudhir Daunde | Certificate of Appreciation | Rotary Club, Ahmednagar Central | Ahilyanagar | 2026-05-12 | state |
| 27 | Mr. Sunny Ratnakar Kale | Certificate of Appreciation | Rotary Club, Ahmednagar Central | Ahilyanagar | 2026-05-12 | state |
| 28 | Ms.Sujata Changadev Umbarkar | Certificate of Appreciation | Rotary Club, Ahmednagar Central | Ahilyanagar | 2026-05-12 | state |
| 29 | Ms. Manisha Subhash Sonawane | Certificate of Appreciation | Rotary Club, Ahmednagar Central | Ahilyanagar | 2026-05-12 | state |
| 30 | Dhatrak Shital Sanjay | Certificate of Appreciation | Rotary Club, Ahmednagar Central | Ahilyanagar | 2026-05-12 | State |
| 31 | Mr. Rushikesh Ganesh Pardeshi | Certificate of Appreciation | Rotary Club, Ahmednagar Central | Ahilyanagar | 2026-05-12 | state |
| 32 | Mr. Khemnar Gokul Haushabapu | Certificate of Appreciation | Rotary Club, Ahmednagar Central | Ahilyanagar | 2026-05-12 | state |
| 33 | Mr. Gadadhe Kishor Shivaji | Certificate of Appreciation | Rotary Club, Ahmednagar Central | Ahilyanagar | 2026-05-12 | State |
| Sr.No | Author Name | Title / Description |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mr. Amit Vasant Kadu | Effectiveness of Health education program on psychological wellbeing among patient admitted in deaddiction center of selected city . Mukt Shabd Journal,2022;11(1):-. |
| 2 | Mr. Amit Vasant Kadu | Effectiveness of progressive muscle relaxation techniques on anxiety among elderly people in selected old age home.. Mukt Shabd Journal,2022;11(1):-. |
| 3 | Mr.Nitin Nirmal | A study to assess the knowledge and attitude regarding mental illness among tribal population . International Journal of Recent Scientific Research ,2022;13(10):2400-2402. |
| 4 | Mr. Amit Vasant Kadu | A corelational study on physical and mental status of lived experience of hospitalized COVID-10 patient.. VIMS Health Science journal ,2021;8(1):14-22. |
| 5 | Mr. Amit Vasant Kadu | Attitude of health care workers on COVID-19 care in a selected hospital setting. . VIMS Health Science journal ,2021;8(1):28-33. |
| 6 | Mr. Amit Vasant Kadu | Effect of psychological status on recovery and rehabilitation among joint replacement patients admitted in selected hospital . International journal of neurological nursing,,2021;7(2):14. |
| 7 | Mr. Veerabhadrappa G.M | “Organ Donation: Gift of Life†. International journal of advance research in Medical Surgical Nursing ,2019;1(2):1-2. |
| 8 | Prof. Chanu Bhattacharya | “Effectiveness of aggression management programme on the skills of registered staff nurses in a selected setting with a view to prepare and aggression management clinical pathway†. International journal of Current research,2019;11(04):3128-29. |
| 9 | Mr.Nitin Nirmal | study to assess the effectiveness of awareness camp on knowledge and attitude regarding mental illness among tribal population. Journal of nursing Research Society of India ,2019;12(2):11. |
| 10 | Mrs. Chanu Bhattacharya | Effectiveness of music therapies on Audio Verbal Hallucination (AVH) and Associated Emotional Distress (ED) Among Patients with Psychosis in selected settings at Mangaluru. Indian Journal Of Research,2017;6(10):73-75. |
| 11 | Prof. Chanu Bhattacharya | “Effectiveness of music therapies on Audio Verbal Hallucination (AVH) and Associated Emotional Distress (ED) Among Patients with Psychosis in selected settings at Mangaluruâ€. Indian Journal Of Research,2017;6(10):73-75. |
| 12 | Mr. Amit Kadu | “A study to assess the effectiveness of structured teaching programme on knowledge regarding learning disability among primary school teachers of Ahmednagar cityâ€. International Journal of Education and Research in Health Sciences,2016;2(3):34-35. |
| 13 | Mr.Amit Kadu | “Current Trends and Issues in Nursingâ€. Vims Health Science Journal,2014;1(1):41-44. |
| 14 | Mr.Amit Kadu | “HIV Patients Depressionâ€. Nurses of India,2014;15(11):22. |
| 15 | Mr. Shreenath Kulkarni | “Assessment of risk factors for coronary artery diseases in employees of selected educational institutes. Sinhgad e-Journal of Nursing,,2011;1(2):22. |
| 16 | Mr. Nitin Nirmal | A comparative study to assess the knowledge and attitude related to Covid-19 disease among general population residing in selected urban and rural areas.International Journal of All Research Education and Scientific Methods.UGC Approved ,ISSN- 2455-6211 |
| 17 | Mr. Amit Vasant Kadu | A comparative study to assess the knowledge and attitude related to Covid-19 disease among general population residing in selected urban.International Journal of All Research Education and Scientific Methods.UGC Approved ISSN- 2455-6211 |
| 18 | Mr. Amit Vasant Kadu | Developmental Problems of Mild to Moderate Mentally Challenged Children Enrolled at Special Schools.African Journal of Biological Sciences,Scopus , ISSN: 2663-2187 |
| 19 | Ms. Nayan Waghmare | Level of nomophobia and mental health status at workplace among nursing professionals at selected nursing institute,American Journal of Psychiatric Rehabilitation,Web Of Science ,ISSN- 1548-7776 |
| 20 | Mr. Amit Vasant Kadu | Level of nomophobia and mental health status at workplace among nursing professionals at selected nursing institute,American Journal of Psychiatric Rehabilitation,Web Of Science ,ISSN- 1548-7776 |
| 21 | Mr. Nitin Nirmal | Effectiveness of Traditional Teaching Method Vs Digital Teaching Method on Knowledge among Nursing Interns on Mechanism of Labour at DVVPF’s College of Nursing, Ahilyanagar, Maharashtra, India.International Journal of Medical Science and Innovative Research (IJMSIR),PubMed ,ISSN- O: 2458 - 868X, ISSN–P: 2458 – 8687 |
| 22 | Mr. Swapnil Mhaske | A Study to assess the knowledge regarding deep breathing exercise in reducing stree among GNM 1st Year Students in International Institute of Nursing and Research .International Journal of Medical Science and Innovative Research,Volume-10, Issue-4, Auguest-2025, Page No:05-10 ISSN-O:2458-868X, ISSN-P:2458-8687 |
| 23 | Ms. Nayan Waghmare | A study to Assess Menopausal symptoms and Quality of life of post-menopausal women residing at tribal area of Bhandardara.Journal of Xidian University ,VOLUME 19, ISSUE 12,2025. DOI.10.37896/jxu19.12/047 web of science |
| 24 | Mr. Nitin Nirmal | effectiveness of psycosocial intervention on behavioral problems among eldely people of selected old age home.journal of xadian university, Volume no.18, Issue -2.2024 |
| 25 | Mr. Nitin Nirmal | A study on level of anxiety among preoperative orthopaedic patients & their family members in selected hospital.Journal of Xadian university , Issue -3 , Volume -18 |
| 26 | Mr. Nitin Nirmal | A comparative study to assess the knowledge of anorexia nervosa among adolescent girls of selected urban and rural area of selected city,Journal of xadian University , Volume -18, Issue-2 |
| 27 | Mr. Amit Vasant Kadu | Assess the quality of life among person with dementia in oldage homes of selected city.International of Journal of Medical Science and Innovative Research(IJMSIR) VOLUME - 11,Issue -1,January -2026, Page No:01 -07 |
| 28 | Mr. Swapnil Mhaske | Assess the level of knowledge regarding daibetogenic complication among type-2 daibetic patient in selected hospital to devlope and provide self- instructional model.International Journal of innovative Research in Technology, Publish in volume 12.Issue-8 |
| 29 | Mr. Nitin Nirmal | Assess Psychological Status among Skin Disorder Client Attending Skin OPD in Selected Hospital,International Journal of Medical Science and Innovative Research (IJMSIR) ,ISSN- O: 2458 - 868X, ISSN–P: 2458 – 8687 National Library of Medicine - ID: 101731606 . |
| 30 | Mr. Amit Vasant Kadu | Assess Psychological Status among Skin Disorder Client Attending Skin OPD in Selected Hospital,International Journal of Medical Science and Innovative Research (IJMSIR) ,ISSN- O: 2458 - 868X, ISSN–P: 2458 – 8687 National Library of Medicine - ID: 101731606 . |
| 31 | Mr. Nitin Nirmal | A Study to Assess the Psychiatric Morbidity among Elderly Peoples Residing in Selected Urban Area.Journal of Chemical Health Risks www.jchr.org ,JCHR (2026) 16(2), 284-291 | ISSN:2251-6727 . |
| 32 | Mr. Amit Vasant Kadu | A Study to Assess the Psychiatric Morbidity among Elderly Peoples Residing in Selected Urban Area.Journal of Chemical Health Risks www.jchr.org ,JCHR (2026) 16(2), 284-291 | ISSN:2251-6727 . |
| 33 | Mr. Nitin Nirmal | A study to compare the level of Depression among elderly.American Journal psychiatric Rehabilitation ,Vol. 28 No. 5 (2025) men and women in old age home |
| Sr.No | Authors | Title of Book | Publisher | Place | Year | ISBN | Pages |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mr. Swapnil Sukhadev Mhaske | Psychology for Nurses | R.K Publications | Ahilyanagar | 2025-26 | 9788199990050 | 1- 159 |
| 2 | Ms. Nayan Sadanand Waghmare | Psychology for Nurses | R.K Publications | Ahilyanagar | 2025-26 | 9788199990050 | 1-159 |
| 3 | Ms. Pallavi Bhagoji Kharade | Psychology for Nurses | R.K Publications | Ahilyanagar | 2025-26 | 9788199990050 | 1- 159 |
| 4 | Mr. Nitin Balasaheb Nirmal | Psychology for Nurses | R.K Publications | Ahilyanagar | 2025-26 | 9788199990050 | 1- 159 |
| Sr.No | Authors | Chapter Name | Title of Book | Publisher | Year | ISBN | Pages |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mr.Kadu Amit Vasant | Researh Process | Advanced research Approaches for nursing Leaders | Sripown Publications | 2024-25 | 978-81-19915-71-2 | 12-19 |
| 2 | Mr. Nitin Nirmal Balsaheb | Barriers to Evidence Based Practice in Nursing | Advanced research Approaches for nursing Leaders | Sripown Publications | 2024-25 | 978-81-19915-71-2 | 94-100 |
| 3 | Mr. Nitin Balasaheb Nirmal | Steps of Evidence Based Practice | Advanced research Approaches for nursing Leaders | Sripown Publications | 2024-25 | 978-81-19915-71-2 | 41-48 |
| 4 | Mr. Swapnil Sukhadev Mhaske | Research Utilization and Evidence-Based Practice | Advanced research Approaches for nursing Leaders | Sripown Publications | 2024-25 | 978-81-19915-71-2 | 202-226 |
| 5 | Ms. Pallavi Bhagoji Kharade | Ethical and Legal Issues in Nursing Research | Advanced research Approaches for nursing Leaders | Sripown Publications | 2024-25 | 978-81-19915-71-2 | 227-250 |
| 6 | Mr. Stephen Sunil Bhambal | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy | Mental Health Nursing | Rubicon publication | 2024-25 | 978-1-80433-894-0 | 145-149 |
| 7 | Ms. Nayan Sadanand Waghmare | Importance for quality patient care | Advanced research Approaches for nursing Leaders | Sripown Publications | 2024-25 | 978-81-19915-71-2 | 172-178 |
Dr. Vithalrao Vikhe Patil Foundation’s, College of Nursing, is recognized by Government of Maharashtra, Maharashtra Nursing Council, Mumbai and Indian Nursing Council, New Delhi.
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