The health care and nursing profession in India has suffered neglect both
historically and in present times.We propose the use of information and communication
technology-assisted learning (ICTAL) for creating a large capacity of qualified,
skilled, and competent health care workforce in a short period. The “Indian Nursing
Knowledge System (INKS)” an online platform uses a blended learning approach
with, including, but not limited to customized, individualized digital health content,
maximum utilization of smartphones, Web portal, SMART products, simulations,
with inter-sectoral coordination with sectors of society addressing health and wellbeing.
We envisage improving nurses’ clinical skills, competence, critical thinking,
decision making, and the ability to work in teams.