Nursing
Nursing

Students gain skills in patient care, nursing procedures, and healthcare management in various settings.

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Midwifery
MIDWIFERY

This program trains students to provide maternal care, assist childbirth, and support newborn health.

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Public Health Nursing
Public Health Nursing

This program prepares students to promote community health, prevent diseases, and improve healthcare accessibility.

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Rivers State College of Nursing Sciences, Port Harcourt

Welcome Message

Welcome to Rivers State College of Nursing Sciences, Port Harcourt! We are dedicated to training the next generation of healthcare professionals with the highest standards of nursing education, clinical practice, and research. Our institution fosters academic excellence, innovation, and compassionate care in healthcare delivery.

The Rivers State College of Nursing Sciences, Port Harcourt, was established to bridge the gap in quality healthcare education. With a legacy of excellence, the college has produced outstanding nurses and midwives serving in various healthcare institutions nationwide & in disaspora.

Our Vision

  • The vision of the College is to be centre of excellence in Nursing Education.
  • To train competent and polyvalent nurses that are research oriented, and nurses that function independently, and in collaboration with other members of the health team and related sectors in planning, delivering and evaluating health care services.
  • Be ready to conform to new changes in nursing education.

Our Mission

To provide a standardized educational programme that will enable the production of competent nursing graduates who can provide quality health care services and are capable of functioning in any area of the health management system in Nigeria and the diaspora.

Core
Values

  • Excellence
  • Integrity
  • Compassion
  • Innovation
  • Professionalism
Est. 1969

A Legacy of Excellence in Nursing Education

1969
2023

For over five decades, we have been at the forefront of nursing education in Nigeria. What began as the School of Nursing in 1969 has evolved into a premier institution for healthcare training.

1969

Foundation

Established as School of Nursing, beginning our journey in healthcare education

Nov 2023

College Status

Upgraded to College of Nursing Sciences, expanding our academic programs

10,000+

Graduates

Healthcare professionals trained and serving across Nigeria and beyond

Historic Upgrade

In November 2023, we proudly transitioned from School of Nursing to College of Nursing Sciences, marking a new era of expanded academic offerings and enhanced educational facilities.

Departments

Bursary

Bursary

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Library

Library

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Registry

Registry

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