Nursing Leadership in the Arab World: Challenges and Opportunities for Success

Mohammad Qtait and Yousef Jaradat

Salud Integral y Comunitaria, 2025, vol. 3, 226-226

Abstract: Background: Nursing leadership in the Arab world is essential for improving healthcare outcomes, enhancing nurse performance, and ensuring efficient service delivery. However, nurse leaders in the region face significant challenges, including workforce shortages, gender disparities, inadequate leadership training, and policy restrictions. Objective: This study examines the challenges and opportunities for nursing leadership in the Arab world, emphasizing strategies to enhance leadership capacity and foster sustainable growth. Methods: A comprehensive analysis of existing literature was conducted to identify key barriers to nursing leadership, including cultural norms, regulatory constraints, and resource limitations. Additionally, opportunities such as leadership training, gender inclusivity, and policy reforms were explored. Results: Findings indicate that nurse leaders struggle with workforce instability due to high turnover rates and reliance on expatriate nurses. Gender disparities limit female career advancement, while insufficient leadership education restricts professional growth. Hierarchical resistance to change further hinders leadership effectiveness. However, opportunities exist in expanding leadership education, promoting gender equity, and strengthening policy frameworks. Transformational leadership approaches, inter professional collaboration, and technological integration can enhance leadership effectiveness. Conclusion: Strengthening nursing leadership requires targeted reforms, including investment in education, mentorship programs, and regulatory improvements. Encouraging gender inclusivity, research initiatives, and digital learning platforms can drive long-term progress. Addressing these challenges will improve patient care, workforce stability, and healthcare system resilience across the Arab world.

Date: 2025
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DOI: 10.62486/sic2025226

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