Education
Degree / Qualification
Details
1. PhD in Anesthesiology (Nursing – Anesthesia Specialty)
Institution: Linköping University, Faculty of Health Sciences, Sweden
Thesis: Postoperative Symptoms After Gynaecological Surgery, How They Are Influenced by Prophylactic Antiemetics and Sensory Stimulation (P6-Acupressure)
Duration: 2000–2004
2. MSc in Anaesthetic Nursing
Institution: Linköping University, Sweden
Thesis: Acupressure Reduces Nausea and Vomiting
Duration: 1990–1993
3. MSc in Intensive Care Nursing
Institution: Linköping University, Faculty of Health Sciences, Sweden
Thesis: Stress and Stress Management in ICU Nurses
Duration: 1988–1992
4. Specialty in University Education: Preparing for Academic Teaching
Institution: Linköping University, Sweden
Duration: 2009
5. BSc in Nursing
Institution: Linköping University, Faculty of Health Sciences, Sweden
Thesis: How to Measure Pain – Pain Management
Duration: 1987–1990
6. Diploma in Nursing for 3 years
Institution: Ibn Sina Colleges of Health Sciences, Palestine
Thesis: Causes and Management of Hypertension
Duration: 1971–1974
7. Diploma in Nursing (RNT)
Specialization in Teaching of Nursing Sciences
Institution: Hadassah University, Palestine
Thesis: Nursing Tutors’ Job Description
Duration: 1975–1976
8. High School – Scientific Stream
Institution: Al-Ayashieh School, Palestine
Duration: 1971
9. Bachelor of Law (LLB)
Institution: Arabic University of Beirut, Lebanon
Duration: 1977 – 1981
Employment History
Position
Institution
Country
Period
Key Contributions
1. Dean, Faculty of Nursing
An-Najah National University
Palestine
2025 – to August 2025
Leading faculty strategy, academic development, and international collaborations.
2. Founding Dean, Faculty of Nursing
An-Najah National University
Palestine
2007 – 2024
Pioneered the establishment and accreditation of:
2. a- 5 Master’s programs: Anesthesia Nursing, Critical Care Nursing, Emergency Nursing, Community Mental Health Nursing, Family Nursing,
2. b- 2 Undergraduate programs: Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) and Bachelor in Midwifery.
2. c- 1 Doctoral program: PhD in Nursing — the first of its kind in Palestine.
3. University Teacher
An-Najah National University
Palestine
2007 – Present
Taught nursing, anesthesia, emergency, community mental health nursing, and critical care at undergraduate and graduate levels; mentored students and faculty.
4. Director, An-Najah Life Support Training Center
An-Najah National University
Palestine
2020 – Present
Directed accredited training in BLS, ACLS, PALS as instructor and director ensuring international standards of AHA
5. Director, Nursing and Midwifery Department
An-Najah National University
Palestine
2013 – 2024
Oversaw curriculum development, faculty recruitment, accreditation processes, and research initiatives.
5. Critical Care Nurse
University Hospital of North Norway (Tromsø)
Norway
May 2016
6. Short-term ICU service; enhanced global clinical perspectives.
Critical Care Nurse (Part-time)
Oslo Riks Hospital & Kongsvinger Hospital
Norway
2000 – 2002
7. Critical Care Nurse in high-acuity environments.
Critical Care Nurse (ICU & PACU)
Linköping University Hospital
Sweden
1992 – 2005
Provided specialized care for critically ill patients; supervised dialysis (Prisma) and documentation systems; precepted nursing students.
8. Anesthetic Nurse
Norrköping Hospital
Sweden
1994
Delivered perioperative anesthesia nursing care, supporting surgical teams and ensuring patient safety.
9. University Lecturer
Linköping University
Sweden
2008 – 2010
Taught intensive care nursing at master’s levels; contributed to program development and international collaborations.
10. Nursing Lecturer & Program Coordinator
Sheikh Fatima College of Nursing
United Arab Emirates
1977 – 1987
Delivered courses in obstetrics, gynecology, and pediatric nursing; coordinated nursing programs.
11. Head of Pediatric Nursing Department
Ramallah Governmental Hospital, Ministry of Health
Palestine
1974 – 1975
Managed pediatric nursing staff and patient care services.
12. Nursing Teacher
Ibn Sina Nursing School, Palestinian Ministry of Health
Palestine
1975 – 1977
Prepared and trained future Palestinian nurses in pediatrics and general nursing.
Courses
Critical Care Nursing 2 7741113
ECG and Cardiovascular Dysrhythmia -Interpretation and Management 7741121
Critical Care Nursing 4 7746223
General Principles of Emergency Nursing 7745101
Anesthesia and Critical Care Nursing Essentials 7745109
Anesthesia Principles II 7746109
Professional Aspects of Nurse Anesthesia Practice 7746116
Anesthesia Principles V 7746205
Nursing Project 7000402
Research Methods for Biomedical Sciences 7000408
Technological Innovation & Nursing Informatics 7406306
Transition into ProffessionalNursing Practice 7401100
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