On Saturday, May 31st,
2025, the Faculty of Nursing at Zarqa University organized a seminar for
Master's students in Nursing Administration, as part of the "Management of
Healthcare Institutions" course, supervised by Dr. Islam Al-Awidat.
Dr. Zakaria Abdul Rahim, Deputy
Director of the Infection Control Office and Head of the Public Safety
Department at the University of Jordan Hospital, spoke at the seminar. He gave
a rich presentation that addressed the most prominent concepts and practices
related to infection control and occupational safety within healthcare
institutions.
Abdul Rahim reviewed his practical
experiences and the daily challenges facing infection control teams,
emphasizing the importance of healthcare workers adhering to approved protocols
to ensure a healthy and safe work environment.
He emphasized the pivotal role of
managers and leaders in the healthcare sector, explaining that the success of
any infection control program cannot be achieved without effective
administrative support. He noted that administrative leaders, whether in their
current positions or as future leaders, bear a significant responsibility for
instilling a culture of safety by providing the necessary resources to
implement policies efficiently, ensuring continuous employee training, and
diligently monitoring adherence to procedures and standards.
Dr. Ahmed Rayyan, the Dean of the Faculty
of Nursing, emphasized the importance of these seminars lies in enriching the practical
and leadership aspects of graduate students, enhancing their ability to connect
theoretical concepts with the real-life challenges facing the healthcare
sector.
At the conclusion of the seminar,
Dr. Islam Al-Awidat, on behalf of the Faculty and students, extended his
sincere thanks and appreciation to Dr. Zakaria Abdel Rahim for his generous
presence and valuable contributions, which contributed to enriching the
discussion and deepening students' awareness of the importance of effective
leadership in infection control within healthcare institutions.
This seminar is part of the Faculty of
Nursing at Zarqa University's efforts to enhance integration between
theoretical education and practical application, and build students' capacities
as qualified leaders to manage contemporary challenges in the healthcare
sector.