Job Description

Responsible of assisting, implementation and leading the development of effective nursing practice systems and processes to ensure that Nursing professional practice standards through SEHA HCFs meet internationally recognized best practice standards.

The Nursing Performance & Excellence (NPE) specialist is expected to provide subject matter expertise, Facilitate, lead and oversee all Nursing departmental tasks / activities related to quality, safety and governance systems and processes and provide the essential support to the organization to plan and achieve their strategic plan.

Key areas of responsibility include but not limited to nursing related quality and patient safety standards of performance (Clinical Performance/Practice & Accreditations), Excellence Programs or Initiatives, Professional Leadership, and Evidence Based Practice, Research and Education.

Key Responsibilities

• Quality & Safety: Develop and monitor governance systems, nursing policies, clinical guidelines, and patient safety standards.
• Performance Monitoring: Track and report nursing KPIs (JAWDA/SEHA, NDNQI), conduct audits, and analyze safety event trends.
• Accreditations & Certifications: Support JCIA, Magnet, Pathway to Excellence, and other international recognition programs.
• Excellence Programs: Oversee initiatives like Shared Governance, Nursing Quality Committees, and awards.
• Education & Development: Identify training needs, create educational programs, and promote evidence-based practice.
• Data & Reporting: Prepare quarterly nursing practice reports, maintain dashboards, and ensure confidentiality.
• Collaboration: Liaise with clinical leadership and other departments to enhance nursing quality and patient safety.

Qualifications & Experience

• Required:
  • Bachelor’s degree in nursing
  • Minimum 5 years clinical experience + 1 year in nursing performance/practice role
• Desired:
  • Master’s in quality management
  • Certifications (CPHQ, CMQ, EFQM, Lean Six Sigma)
  • Experience in JCIA preparation, quality improvement committees

Skills & Competencies

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
• Proficiency in MS Office and English (Arabic preferred)
• Knowledge of quality management tools, clinical performance monitoring, and regulatory standards

Abu Dhabi Healthcare Company (SEHA) is the largest and most comprehensive healthcare network in the UAE that was established in 2007 with the objective of operating all public hospitals and clinics across the Emirate of Abu Dhabi.

SEHA is committed to delivering world-class healthcare services using the most advanced diagnostics and systems across its network of public healthcare centers and hospitals in addition to partnering with global leaders in healthcare, including world renowned organizations such as the Mayo Clinic.