scholarly journals NURSES’ PERSPECTIVES ON THE DEGREE OF MISSED NURSING CARE IN THE PUBLIC HOSPITALS IN HAIL CITY, KINGDOM OF SAUDI ARABIA

2020 ◽  
Vol 6 (6) ◽  
pp. 190-195
Author(s):  
Mohammed Hamdan Alshammari ◽  
Haidee Pacheco ◽  
Eddieson Pasay-an ◽  
Farhan Alshammari ◽  
Abdalkareem Alsharari ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Saudi Arabia ◽  
Nursing Care ◽  
Simple Random Sampling ◽  
Public Hospitals ◽  
Hospital Nurses ◽  
Kingdom Of Saudi Arabia ◽  
The Public ◽  
Number Of Children ◽  
Level Of Satisfaction ◽  
Missed Nursing Care

Background: Literature suggests that merely omitting nursing care can put patients in danger and that avoiding these omissions potentially prevents deaths in hospitals.Objective: This study aimed to determine the perspective on the degree of missed nursing care among hospital nurses as it relates to their demographic profile.Method: A quantitative comparative research design was employed in this study. The study was conducted in the public hospitals in Hail City, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. The study participants were 317 staff nurses, chosen through a simple random sampling, from the public hospitals of Hail City. Data were collected through a self-administered questionnaire between February and June of 2019.Results: The overall mean of the participants’ reported scores was “never missed” at 4.62. Statistically significant results were found in terms of the number of children (0.001), years of experience (0.004), unit of assignment (0.001), and the level of satisfaction with the profession (0.001). All other variables such as gender, age, marital status, and shift were found insignificant, where all of the p-values were more than 0.05.Conclusion: Nurses who had more children, a greater lack of experience, were assigned to a complex unit, and were less satisfied in the profession were more likely to miss nursing care. As such, these errors can compromise the outcomes of nursing care in hospitals.

Assessing Self-Reported Competence Among Registered Nurses Working as a Culturally Diverse Work Force in Public Hospitals in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia

2020 ◽  
Vol 32 (1) ◽  
pp. 69-76
Author(s):  
Jehad O. Halabi ◽  
Margret Lepp ◽  
Jan Nilsson
Keyword(s):  
Saudi Arabia ◽  
Registered Nurses ◽  
Nursing Care ◽  
Professional Competence ◽  
Public Hospitals ◽  
Kingdom Of Saudi Arabia ◽  
Related Factors ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Leadership And Organization ◽  
Multicultural Workforce

Introduction: Nurses in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) represent a multicultural workforce who are educated in different countries from around the world. The purpose was to assess professional competence among a multicultural workforce of registered nurses in KSA in relation to individual and work-related factors. Method: The Nurse Professional Competence Scale was used in a cross-sectional design. Results: Registered nurses ( N = 541) reported highest scores for “nursing care,” and “value-based nursing care,” and lowest scores for “care pedagogics,” and “development, leadership, and organization of nursing care.” All CAs achieved 0.80 or more Cronbach’s alpha. Known-group validity was verified by comparing nurse managers and staff nurses competence in organization, administration, and leadership of nursing care ( p = .000). Discussion: There is room for competence development in care pedagogics, and development, leadership, and organization of nursing care. Assessing registered nurses competence is of importance for planning and implementing cultural congruent nursing care.

Parents' Perceptions and Needs for their Children who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia

2021 ◽  
Vol 24 (1) ◽  
pp. 14-24
Author(s):  
Abdulaziz Alqahtani ◽  
John Luckner
Keyword(s):  
Social Support ◽  
Saudi Arabia ◽  
Hard Of Hearing ◽  
Early Identification ◽  
Average Level ◽  
Communication Education ◽  
Kingdom Of Saudi Arabia ◽  
Survey Questions ◽  
Level Of Satisfaction ◽  
Services And Supports

Abstract This study was conducted to investigate the perceptions of parents of children who are deaf or hard of hearing (DHH) in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) regarding the support and services provided to them and their children. One hundred fifty-eight parents of children who are DHH were surveyed. The survey questions focused on five areas: early identification, hearing technology, communication, education, and social support. The results indicated that (a) a variety of services are available and have been received by some parents, (b) parents reported an average level of satisfaction towards the services and supports received, and (c) all services listed are needed. Additionally, parents identified problems and offered solutions to improve the services and support for their children. The need for more research in the KSA is noted in order to obtain a more in-depth understanding of parents' perceptions and needs.

The Key Organisational Issues Affecting E-Government Adoption in Saudi Arabia

2011 ◽  
pp. 257-269 ◽  
Author(s):  
Abdullah AL Shehry ◽  
Simon Rogerson ◽  
N. Ben Fairweather ◽  
Mary Prior
Keyword(s):  
Saudi Arabia ◽  
Empirical Study ◽  
Radical Change ◽  
Kingdom Of Saudi Arabia ◽  
National Project ◽  
The Public ◽  
Before And After ◽  
Information And Communication ◽  
Government Body ◽  
The Relationship

The e-government paradigm refers to utilizing the potential of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) in the whole government body to meet citizens’ expectations via multiple channels. It is, therefore, a radical change within the public sector and in the relationship between a government and its stakeholders. In the light of that, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia has a keen interest in this issue and thus it has developed a national project to implement e-government systems. However, many technological, managerial, and organisational issues must be considered and treated carefully before and after going online. Based on an empirical study, this article highlights the key organisational issues that affect e-government adoption in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia at both national and agency levels.

The Key Organisational Issues Affecting E-Government Adoption in Saudi Arabia

2009 ◽  
Vol 5 (4) ◽  
pp. 1-13 ◽  
Author(s):  
Abdullah AL Shehry ◽  
Simon Rogerson ◽  
N. Ben Fairweather ◽  
Mary Prior
Keyword(s):  
Saudi Arabia ◽  
Communication Technology ◽  
Radical Change ◽  
Kingdom Of Saudi Arabia ◽  
The Public ◽  
Organizational Issues ◽  
Before And After ◽  
Information And Communication ◽  
Government Body ◽  
The Relationship

The e-government paradigm refers to utilizing the potential of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) in the whole government body to meet citizens’ expectations via multiple channels. It is, therefore, a radical change within the public sector and in the relationship between a government and its stakeholders. In the light of that, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia has a keen interest in this issue and thus it has developed a national project to implement e-government systems. However, many technological, managerial, and organizational issues must be considered and treated carefully before and after going online. Based on an empirical study, this article highlights the key organizational issues that affect e-government adoption in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia at both national and agency levels.

scholarly journals Nurses' Experiences During the COVID-19 Pandemic in Iran: A Qualitative Study

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Vahid Zamanzadeh ◽  
Leila Valizadeh ◽  
Mohammad khajehgoodari ◽  
Farzaneh Bagheriyeh
Keyword(s):  
Nursing Care ◽  
Care Quality ◽  
Public Hospitals ◽  
Clear Understanding ◽  
Medical Sciences ◽  
Structured Interviews ◽  
Upward Trend ◽  
The Public ◽  
Nursing Care Quality ◽  
Conventional Content Analysis

Abstract Background The nurses are at the forefront of patient care during an infectious disease pandemic, and play a key role in treating and preventing the upward trend. Hence, it is crucial to consider their experiences in designing action plans to combat coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19). Since there is not enough data in this regard, the current study aimed to investigate the nurses' experiences in caring for patients with COVID-19 in Iran. Methods Taking a conventional content analysis approach, this qualitative research included 20 nurses working in the public hospitals affiliated to Tabriz University of Medical Sciences, Iran. To collect data, semi-structured interviews were conducted and analyzed using MAXQDA10 software. Results Data analysis revealed four main themes including ‘duality in the form of care’, ‘bewilderment and ambiguity in care planning’, ‘workload’, and ‘positive image with social isolation’. Conclusion Findings indicated that the nurses provide nursing care in stressful conditions while confronting various paradoxes. The results could lead to a clear understanding among the country's healthcare managers and policymakers to take appropriate measures to support the nurses and improve nursing care quality during the COVID-19 pandemic.

scholarly journals Patient Satisfaction in Tertiary Private Hospitals in Najran, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia

2017 ◽  
Vol 5 (1) ◽  
pp. 42-46 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jordan H Llego ◽  
Mohammad O Al Shirah
Keyword(s):  
Saudi Arabia ◽  
Patient Satisfaction ◽  
Great Majority ◽  
Kingdom Of Saudi Arabia ◽  
Private Hospitals ◽  
Level Of Satisfaction ◽  
Patient Will ◽  
Tertiary Hospitals ◽  
The Mean ◽  
Meeting Satisfaction

ABSTRACT Aim This study is aimed to assess the level of satisfaction of patients in tertiary private hospitals in Najran, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Materials and methods This study used descriptive crosssectional design through a survey questionnaire. Results A great majority (57%) of respondents are male. Almost half (46.7%) of the respondents are 26 to 35 years old, some (30.3%) are more than 35 years old. The majority (54.5%) of hospitalized patients are married. Some (35.8%) of them reached the secondary level and some (31.5%) completed college. A great majority (57.6%) of the respondents’ salary was below 5,000 SR. A great majority pay their hospitalization by themselves (60.6%). Mean scores revealed: For facilities, the mean was 4.12, standard deviation (SD) = 0.85. For general services, the mean was = 4.13, SD= 0.77. The physician services scored mean = 4.06, SD= 0.88. The highest level of satisfaction according to mean is nursing services with mean= 4.22, SD= 0.80 and the lowest among the variables is convenience with mean= 4.05, SD= 0.84. The overall level of patient satisfaction with the services they received indicated by the mean is 3.91, SD= 1.1. Conclusion Researchers conclude that patients catered by the private tertiary hospitals in Najran Saudi Arabia are more of males, at middle adulthood, and are married who reached the secondary level and have an income of below 5,000 SR and have no health insurance. The level of satisfaction of patients in the private tertiary hospitals is satisfactory and that nursing service has the highest satisfaction level, which is very satisfactory. Clinical significance: The findings of this study are beneficial to the success of the organization. A patient who is satisfied will spread his experience to other people. A satisfied patient will also equate to return of investment. Meeting satisfaction of patients will also decrease the risk of malpractice lawsuits. Clinical significance The findings of this study are beneficial to the success of the organization. A patient who is satisfied will spread his experience to other people. A satisfied patient will also equate to return of investment. Meeting satisfaction of patients will also decrease the risk of malpractice lawsuits. How to cite this article Llego JH, Al Shirah MO. Patient Satisfaction in Tertiary Private Hospitals in Najran, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Int J Res Foundation Hosp Healthc Adm 2017;5(1):42-46.

Deconstructing stereotypes: perception of women in higher education in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia - A realm of empowerment

2019 ◽  
Vol 12 (1) ◽  
pp. 99-111
Author(s):  
Agnes Havril ◽  
Keyword(s):  
Higher Education ◽  
Saudi Arabia ◽  
Public Discourse ◽  
Kingdom Of Saudi Arabia ◽  
Holistic View ◽  
The Public ◽  
Saudi Women ◽  
The Face ◽  
Market Opportunities ◽  
Historical Accounts

The image of a subservient woman who has no other choice but to comply with the norms and rules dictated by the orthodox male-dominated society is perhaps the most common Western perception of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. An entrenched notion, it is for the most part perpetuated by the standards and norms of Western culture, which in turn define how we interpret and look at others. The benchmark then becomes our own culture against which we compare and contrast the ideas and values of other – often non-Western – societies, as is the case with Saudi Arabia. The result is ultimately a Western-infused interpretation that creates bias and overlooks the uniqueness of a particular culture. The main rationale of the following paper is to deconstruct these stereotypical notions and to describe Saudi society and culture, which is devoid of such Western apprehension. The focus here is to examine the field of female public education, with a particular focus on higher education, and thus to show that Saudi women can be and in fact are empowered by means of education. Historical accounts – especially the reforms of King Faisal and his wife Iffat Al Thunayan – demonstrate the achievements in the field that have furthered women’s educational and, as a consequence, labour market opportunities. While the high number of female students and graduates exemplify these advancements, such figures are merely one-dimensional and do not give justice to the underlying complexities. For this matter, the heritage of Bedouinism (‘tribalism’) and Wahhabism, the orthodoxy of the Ulema with their monopoly over the interpretation of Islam and its consequences, influence the public discourse about advancing girls’ and women’s situation in the kingdom. The concept of ijtihad, also used by Islamic feminism, will add another layer to the analysis; it can be seen as a tool that enables Saudi women to move forward on the path of progress by simultaneously balancing tradition and modernity. As a result, a holistic view will be presented in the paper, in which the situation of Saudi women is seen and analysed through the lens of Saudi culture. Then, the unique state of women will not be reduced to the reductive belief that Saudi girls and women are trapped in a parochial, patriarchal system, but can become empowered through education, even in the face the Ulema’s monopoly of Wahhabi Islam, which pervades all aspects of life and, so too, the domain of female higher education.

Parents' Perceptions and Needs for their Children who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia

2019 ◽  
pp. 000-000
Author(s):  
Abdulaziz Alqahtani ◽  
John Luckner
Keyword(s):  
Social Support ◽  
Saudi Arabia ◽  
Hard Of Hearing ◽  
Early Identification ◽  
Average Level ◽  
Communication Education ◽  
Kingdom Of Saudi Arabia ◽  
Survey Questions ◽  
Level Of Satisfaction ◽  
Services And Supports

Abstract This study was conducted to investigate the perceptions of parents of children who are deaf or hard of hearing (DHH) in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) regarding the support and services provided to them and their children. One hundred fifty-eight parents of children who are DHH were surveyed. The survey questions focused on five areas: early identification, hearing technology, communication, education, and social support. The results indicated that (a) a variety of services are available and have been received by some parents, (b) parents reported an average level of satisfaction towards the services and supports received, and (c) all services listed are needed. Additionally, parents identified problems and offered solutions to improve the services and support for their children. The need for more research in the KSA is noted in order to obtain a more in-depth understanding of parents' perceptions and needs.

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