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Dr. Swapnil. Vitthal Rahane

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30+Research Publications 9+Years of Experience 2National Patents
Dr. Swapnil Vitthal Rahane
01 About

Educator.
Researcher.
Leader.

Assistant Professor & Ph.D. Coordinator, Department of Medical-Surgical Nursing, Parul Institute of Nursing, Faculty of Nursing, Parul University, Vadodara, Gujarat

Dr. Swapnil Vitthal Rahane is an academician, nurse educator, researcher, recognized Ph.D. supervisor, and healthcare leader specializing in Medical-Surgical and Critical Care Nursing. He serves as Assistant Professor at Parul Institute of Nursing, Parul University, and Director of SR Healthcare & Academic Foundation.

Dr. Swapnil Vitthal RahanePh.D. (Nursing) · M.Sc. Nursing · MBA (Healthcare) · B.Sc. Nursing

  • ✚Specialist in Medical-Surgical & Critical Care Nursing
  • ✚Assistant Professor & Ph.D. Coordinator — Parul University
  • ✚Founder Director — SR Healthcare & Academic Foundation
  • ✚Clinical research, patient safety & healthcare quality
  • ✚Simulation-based education & diabetes care expert
  • ✚Responsible application of AI in nursing & healthcare
  • ✚9+ years across education, clinical practice & mentoring

“Dr. Swapnil Rahane believes that nursing education should combine scientific knowledge, clinical competence, ethical values, innovation, research, and compassionate patient care. His academic approach focuses on preparing competent, confident, technologically aware, research-oriented, and socially responsible nursing professionals.”

— Dr. Swapnil Vitthal Rahane, Academic Philosophy
9+
Years of Experience
30+
Research Publications
6+
Books Authored & Edited
2
National Patents
02 Expertise

What I do best

Specializations built over nine years of clinical practice, education and research.

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Medical-Surgical Nursing

Advanced adult health nursing across medical and surgical specialities.

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Critical Care Nursing

Intensive care practice, hemodialysis nursing and life-support education.

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Emergency & Trauma Nursing

Emergency preparedness, CPR training and disaster nursing.

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Diabetes Education & Management

Certified diabetes educator focused on patient empowerment.

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Patient Safety & Healthcare Quality

NAAC and NABH assessment, quality management and accreditation.

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06

Evidence-Based Nursing Practice

Translating research evidence into clinical nursing interventions.

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Simulation-Based Nursing Education

INC/Jhpiego-trained simulation educator and trainer of trainers.

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Clinical Nursing Research

Designing and guiding clinical research at UG, PG and doctoral level.

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Nursing Education & Curriculum Development

Competency- and outcome-based curriculum design and review.

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Artificial Intelligence in Nursing

Responsible application of AI in nursing education and research.

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03 Education

Academic qualifications

Degrees and academic training across nursing, critical care and healthcare management.

2021 – 2026
Ph.D. in Nursing (Medical-Surgical Nursing)
Parul University, Vadodara, Gujarat
2016 – 2018
M.Sc. Nursing — Medical-Surgical Nursing (Critical Care)
Bharati Vidyapeeth (Deemed to be University) College of Nursing, Pune
2017-2019
MBA — Healthcare Management & Administration
Symbiosis Institute of Management, Pune
2011 – 2015
B.Sc. Nursing
Smt. Sindhutai Eknathrao Vikhe Patil College of Nursing, Pravara Institute of Medical Sciences (DU), Loni, Maharashtra
04 Experience

Where I've worked

Teaching, clinical practice in NABH & JCI accredited hospitals, and academic leadership.

Present

Assistant Professor — Department of Medical-Surgical Nursing

Parul Institute of Nursing, Faculty of Nursing, Parul University · Vadodara, Gujarat
Teaching undergraduate and postgraduate students, clinical supervision, research guidance, curriculum development, examinations, student mentoring and academic administration.
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Former IQAC NAAC University Coordinator

Sumandeep Vidyapeeth, Sumandeep Nursing College · Vadodara, Gujarat
Institutional quality assurance, NAAC assessment and accreditation preparation.
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Staff Nurse & Nursing Supervisor — Artificial Kidney Department

P.D. Hinduja National Hospital and Medical Research Centre (NABH & JCI accredited) · Mumbai, Maharashtra
Hemodialysis nursing, patient safety, infection prevention and clinical documentation in a JCI-accredited setting.
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Staff Nurse — Critical Care Unit

Bharati Hospital and Research Centre · Pune, Maharashtra
Critical care nursing, emergency care and implementation of nursing protocols.
Since March 2026

Ph.D. Coordinator

Faculty of Nursing, Parul University · Vadodara, Gujarat
Coordination of doctoral research activities, DRC meetings, coursework, progress monitoring, open seminars and final viva examinations.
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Board of Studies — Member Secretary

Parul Institute of Nursing, Parul University · Vadodara, Gujarat
Academic policy, course structures and programme documentation.
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NIRF & GIRF Coordinator

Parul Institute of Nursing, Parul University · Vadodara, Gujarat
Institutional ranking framework coordination and data quality.
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International Student Cell Coordinator

Faculty of Nursing, Parul University · Vadodara, Gujarat
Support and academic coordination for international nursing students.
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University Coordinator — Elective Courses (Applied Sciences)

Parul University · Vadodara, Gujarat
Coordination of interdisciplinary elective courses.
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Coordinator — PG Diploma in Diabetes Educator

Parul University · Vadodara, Gujarat
Programme coordination for the PG Diploma in Diabetes Education.
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Treasurer — Critical Care Society of Nursing

Parul University Chapter · Vadodara, Gujarat
Society administration and professional activities.
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Founder Director

SR Healthcare & Academic Foundation · India
Healthcare education, research support and community health initiatives.
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Editor-in-Chief

Advances International Journal of Healthcare Research and Interdisciplinary Studies (AIJHRIS)
Editorial leadership of an interdisciplinary healthcare research journal.
Since 2019

ACLS & BLS Course Instructor

American Heart Association (AHA)
Advanced cardiac life support and basic life support instruction.
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External PG Examiner

MUHS Maharashtra, SSGU Gujarat, VNSGU Gujarat
Postgraduate nursing examination and evaluation.
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Executive Board Member

Glorious International Nursing and Academic Foundation, India
Academic foundation governance and professional development.
05 Credentials

Certifications & training

Professional certifications, instructor credentials and specialised training programmes.

ACLS & BLS Course Instructor

American Heart Association (AHA) · Since 2019

Training of Trainers — Simulation-Based Nursing Education

Indian Nursing Council, Jhpiego USA & SGT University, Haryana · 2019

Certified Diabetes Educator

PG Diploma Programme, Parul University

Certified Trainer — Palliative Care

Certified Trainer — POSH (Prevention of Sexual Harassment)

06 Recognition

Awards & honours

2025–2026

Best Ph.D. Thesis Award — Medical Category

Parul University, Vadodara

Awarded for outstanding doctoral research contribution and scholarly impact.

2023–2024

Academic Excellence & Best Research Performance Award

Parul University, Vadodara

Recognition for excellence in teaching and research performance.

2022–2023

Academic Excellence & Best Research Performance Award

Parul University, Vadodara

Recognition for excellence in teaching and research performance.

07 Research

Published work

Scopus & UGC-CARE indexed research, authored textbooks, Springer chapters and national patents.

8Scopus-indexed international publications 10UGC-CARE list journal publications 12peer-reviewed journal publications 2national patents published 5chapters in Springer international publication

Textbook of Operation Theatre Technology

Dr. Swapnil V. Rahane · Authored textbook
Authored

Textbook of Health Informatics

Dr. Swapnil V. Rahane · Authored textbook
Authored

Edited Nursing Textbooks — Four Published Titles

Dr. Swapnil V. Rahane (Editor) · Editor of four published nursing textbooks
Editor

Nursing Practice during COVID-19: Preparation, Education and Support — 5 Chapters

Dr. Swapnil V. Rahane et al. · Springer International Publishing · ISBN 978-3-031-52110-2 · 2024
Springer / International View ↗

National Patent — Healthcare Innovation I

Dr. Swapnil V. Rahane · Indian Patent Office · Published national patent
National Patent

National Patent — Healthcare Innovation II

Dr. Swapnil V. Rahane · Indian Patent Office · Published national patent
National Patent

Research Interests

  • Medical-Surgical Nursing
  • Critical Care Nursing & Hemodialysis Nursing
  • Diabetes Education and Management
  • Patient Safety and Healthcare Quality
  • Simulation-Based Nursing Education
  • Evidence-Based Nursing Practice

Research Guidance & Leadership

  • 5 PG research projects guided
  • 6 UG research projects guided
  • 2 NPCC research projects as co-guide
  • Recognized Ph.D. Supervisor, Parul University
  • Founder Director — SR Healthcare & Academic Foundation
  • Editor-in-Chief — Advances International Journal of Healthcare Research and Interdisciplinary Studies (AIJHRIS)
Google Scholar Scopus · 59421529400 ResearchGate Web of Science
08 Affiliations

Professional memberships

Member of leading national and international nursing and research bodies.

Trained Nurses Association of India (TNAI) Life Member
Critical Care Nursing Society Member
Society of Midwives, India Member
International Parkinson and Movement Disorder Society Member
Glorious International Nursing Research Academic Foundation Executive Board Member
Indian Nursing Council Registered Professional
Gujarat Nursing Council Registered Nurse & Midwife
09 Engagements

Conferences & workshops

Paper presentations, resource-person sessions, workshops and training programmes.

Resource Person — Research Methodology, Academic Writing & Simulation-Based Education

National & International Conferences and Workshops · Resource Person · India
Workshop

Paper & Poster Presentations at National & International Nursing Conferences

National & International Nursing Conferences · Presenter · India
Conference

Workshops on Healthcare Quality, IPR & Artificial Intelligence in Nursing

Parul University & Professional Academic Forums · Organizer / Resource Person · Vadodara, Gujarat
Workshop

Training of Trainers — Simulation-Based Nursing Education

Indian Nursing Council, Jhpiego USA & SGT University · Participant / Trainer · Haryana, India · 2019
Training
✚ Contact

Let's build healthier
futures together

Open to research collaborations, guest lectures, workshops, editorial contributions and academic mentorship.

swapnil.rahane19680@paruluniversity.ac.in
Phone+91 9511239601
OfficeParul Institute of Nursing, Faculty of Nursing, Parul University, P.O. Limda, Ta. Waghodia, Vadodara, Gujarat 391760, India