SAHAR MOHAMMED ZAKI SALAGHOR
Jeddah
Summary
Master's-prepared Neonatal Intensive Care Nurse Specialist with over 12 years of progressive experience in neonatal critical care, nursing education, staff development, leadership, and healthcare training. Proven expertise in clinical education, competency assessment, orientation programs, and workforce development. Experienced in NICU leadership roles and currently contributing to Nursing and Midwifery Services within Jeddah Second Health Cluster. Collaborates with healthcare leaders to improve learning outcomes and staff competencies. Manages strategic improvement projects aligned with organisational goals. Advocates for family-centred care while supporting parents through education and guidance.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Nursing and Midwifery Services Administration
Jeddah Second Health Cluster
Jeddah
02.2025 - Current
- Managed and supported strategic improvement projects aligned with organisational goals and healthcare transformation initiatives.
- Partnered with healthcare leaders and stakeholders to implement sustainable improvements in nursing and midwifery services.
- Collaborated with healthcare leaders to enhance staff performance and learning outcomes.
- Supported nursing and midwifery workforce development initiatives, enhancing team capabilities.
- Coordinated training activities to align with organisational needs and improve staff skills.
- Contributed to competency-based education and professional development programmes.
- Contributed to the achievement of cluster strategic objectives through quality improvement workforce development and performance enhancement initiatives.
- Led and coordinated regulatory site visits across hospitals and primary healthcare centres to ensure compliance and support continuous improvement efforts.
- Resolved complaints through clear communication and effective problem-solving, fostering positive relationships with stakeholders.
Nurse Specialist – NICU
Maternity & Children Specialized Hospital
06.2023 - 02.2025
- Provided comprehensive, evidence-based nursing care for critically ill and premature neonates in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU).
- Managed and monitored neonates requiring invasive and non-invasive respiratory support, including mechanical ventilation, CPAP, and high-flow oxygen therapy.
- Attended high-risk deliveries and neonatal resuscitations, ensuring immediate assessment and stabilization of newborns.
- Assessed, planned, implemented, and evaluated individualized care plans for neonatal patients.
- Administered medications, intravenous therapies, blood products, and other prescribed treatments safely and accurately.
- Performed continuous monitoring and early recognition of changes in patients’ clinical conditions and responded appropriately.
- Collaborated with neonatologists and multidisciplinary healthcare teams to optimize patient outcomes.
- Educated and supported parents on infant conditions, treatment plans, and discharge preparation, enhancing family understanding and involvement.
- Promoted family-centred care, actively engaging parents in neonatal care to foster a supportive environment.
- Advocated for and supported breastfeeding practices through parental education and lactation support.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives and patient safety activities, implementing evidence-based practices to enhance care standards.
- Maintained accurate clinical documentation in accordance with organizational and regulatory standards
NICU Nurse Educator
KAMC-J
07.2019 - 08.2022
- Planned, developed, and delivered educational programs for NICU nursing staff based on departmental and organizational learning needs.
- Identified educational gaps and implemented targeted learning interventions, enhancing clinical competencies among nursing staff.
- Facilitated in-service education sessions, workshops, simulations, and continuing nursing education activities.
- Led orientation and competency programs for newly hired NICU nurses.
- Coordinated orientation programmes for newly hired nurses, facilitating their seamless integration into the NICU environment.
- Conducted competency assessments, skills validation, and annual performance evaluations to ensure safe clinical practice.
- Provided bedside coaching, mentoring, and clinical support to nursing staff to enhance professional development and patient care outcomes.
- Collaborated with nurse leaders, physicians, and multidisciplinary teams to enhance staff performance and quality of care.
- Participated in developing and updating nursing policies, procedures, guidelines, and educational materials.
- Supported evidence-based practice initiatives and promoted the integration of current research findings into clinical care.
- Participated in quality improvement, patient safety, and accreditation-related activities.
- Maintained records of staff competencies, educational activities, and mandatory training requirements.
- Supported NRP training activities and neonatal educational programs.
- Promoted a culture of continuous learning and professional growth, fostering clinical excellence within the NICU.
- Contributed to improving staff competency compliance through structured education and training initiatives.
- Supported the professional development of nursing staff through mentorship and individualized learning plans.
- Assisted in the orientation and preceptorship of newly graduated nurses and newly recruited staff.
Clinical Instructor – NICU
Maternity & Children Hospital
04.2019 - 07.2019
- Provided clinical instruction and bedside teaching to nursing staff within the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU).
- Guided nurses in the application of evidence-based practice and neonatal care standards.
- Assessed and validated clinical competencies to ensure safe and effective nursing practice.
- Conducted skills demonstrations and supervised return demonstrations for competency validation.
- Evaluated staff performance and delivered targeted feedback to strengthen clinical practice and enhance patient care.
- Coordinated orientation and clinical integration process for newly hired nurses to ensure seamless transition into NICU.
- Participated in orientation, preceptorship, and continuing education activities for nursing staff.
- Mentored novice nurses and facilitated their transition into specialty neonatal nursing practice.
- Supported development and implementation of educational activities and competency programs to elevate nursing standards and promote ongoing professional growth.
- Collaborated with nurse educators and unit leadership to identify learning needs and support staff development.
- Served as a resource person for clinical questions, procedures, and patient care management.
- Promoted patient safety, quality improvement, and adherence to organizational policies and clinical guidelines.
- Supported multidisciplinary collaboration to improve neonatal patient outcomes.
- Contributed to competency-based education programs and staff professional development initiatives.
- Assisted in preparing nurses for independent practice through structured clinical coaching and evaluation.
Head Nurse – NICU
Maternity & Children Hospital
07.2017 - 03.2019
- Supervised daily operations of the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) to ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality patient care.
- Led quality improvement and patient safety initiatives within the unit.
- Managed nursing staff scheduling and workload distribution to ensure adequate unit coverage and effective patient care.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary healthcare teams to improve patient outcomes and operational efficiency.
- Reviewed, updated, and implemented nursing policies, procedures, and clinical guidelines to support best practices.
- Monitored compliance with hospital policies, procedures, and regulatory standards.
- Oversaw staff performance, attendance, and professional conduct, providing coaching and support when needed.
- Supported staff development through mentorship, education, and competency follow-up.
- Facilitated recruitment, orientation, and onboarding processes for newly hired nursing staff to enhance team integration.
- Coordinated unit resources and supplies, including inventory management and procurement requests to ensure uninterrupted patient care.
- Conducted unit audits, monitored key performance indicators, and implemented corrective action plans when required.
- Assisted in budget planning and resource utilisation to align with departmental objectives and optimise resource allocation.
Deputy Head Nurse – NICU
Maternity and Children's Hospitals
01.2016 - 07.2017
- Aided Head Nurse in overseeing daily operations of Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU), enhancing patient care delivery.
- Acted as Head Nurse in the absence of the unit manager, overseeing staff, operations, and patient care activities.
- Acted as Head Nurse during periods of absence, maintaining continuity of unit operations.
- Coordinated nursing staff assignments and ensured appropriate staffing coverage to meet patient care needs.
- Supervised nursing activities and ensured compliance with hospital policies, procedures, and quality standards.
- Monitored patient care delivery and supported the implementation of evidence-based nursing practices.
- Participated in staff orientation, training, competency assessments, and performance evaluations.
- Facilitated staff development through coaching, mentoring, and clinical guidance, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
- Assisted in preparing duty schedules, managing staffing needs, and addressing operational challenges.
- Contributed to quality improvement, patient safety, and accreditation-related initiatives, ensuring compliance with healthcare standards.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary healthcare teams to promote high-quality neonatal care and positive patient outcomes.
- Assisted in investigating incidents, addressing staff concerns, and implementing corrective actions when needed.
- Supported inventory control and coordinated supply requests to maintain adequate unit resources.
Charge Nurse – NICU
Maternity and Children's Hospital
11.2014 - 11.2016
- Coordinated and supervised daily nursing activities during assigned shifts to ensure safe and effective patient care.
- Managed patient assignments and nursing workload distribution according to patient acuity and staffing levels.
- Provided clinical leadership and support to nursing staff in managing critically ill and premature neonates.
- Monitored patient care delivery and ensured compliance with hospital policies, procedures, and NICU standards.
- Acted as a resource person for clinical decision-making, emergency situations, and problem-solving during shifts.
- Collaborated with neonatologists and multidisciplinary teams to ensure continuity and quality of care.
- Participated in patient admissions, transfers, and discharge planning.
- Ensured accurate documentation and effective communication among healthcare team members.
- Supported staff development by providing guidance, bedside coaching, and clinical supervision.
- Assisted in maintaining adequate supplies and equipment availability to support patient care needs.
- Participated in quality improvement, infection prevention, and patient safety initiatives.
- Responded to clinical emergencies and supported neonatal resuscitation activities when required
Staff Nurse – NICU
Maternity and Children's Hospital
10.2013 - 11.2014
- Provided comprehensive, evidence-based nursing care for critically ill and premature neonates in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU).
- Attended high-risk deliveries and neonatal resuscitations, ensuring immediate assessment and stabilization of newborns.
- Assessed, planned, implemented, and evaluated individualized care plans for neonatal patients.
- Administered medications, intravenous therapies, blood products, and other prescribed treatments safely and accurately.
- Managed and monitored neonates requiring invasive and non-invasive respiratory support, including mechanical ventilation, CPAP, and high-flow oxygen therapy.
- Performed continuous monitoring and early recognition of changes in patients’ clinical conditions and responded appropriately.
- Collaborated with neonatologists and multidisciplinary healthcare teams to optimize patient outcomes.
- Educated and supported parents regarding their infant’s condition, treatment plans, and discharge preparation.
- Promoted family-centered care and encouraged parental involvement in neonatal care.
- Advocated for and supported breastfeeding practices through parental education and lactation support.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives, patient safety activities, and evidence-based practice implementation.
- Maintained accurate clinical documentation in accordance with organizational and regulatory standards
Education
Master of Science - Nursing of Neonatal Intensive Care
Fakeeh College for Medical Sciences
01-2023
Bachelor of Applied Medical Sciences - Nursing
King Abdulaziz University
01-2012
Skills
- Neonatal intensive care expertise
- 12 Years of NICU Experience
- Former NICU Nurse Educator
- Clinical Instructor Experience
- Head Nurse Leadership Experience
- NRP Instructor
Certification
- NRP Instructor
- NRP Provider
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
- Saudi Commission for Health Specialties – First Specialist
- NIDCAP Professional Trainee
Languages
Arabic
English
Timeline
Nursing and Midwifery Services Administration
Jeddah Second Health Cluster
02.2025 - Current
Nurse Specialist – NICU
Maternity & Children Specialized Hospital
06.2023 - 02.2025
NICU Nurse Educator
KAMC-J
07.2019 - 08.2022
Clinical Instructor – NICU
Maternity & Children Hospital
04.2019 - 07.2019
Head Nurse – NICU
Maternity & Children Hospital
07.2017 - 03.2019
Deputy Head Nurse – NICU
Maternity and Children's Hospitals
01.2016 - 07.2017
Charge Nurse – NICU
Maternity and Children's Hospital
11.2014 - 11.2016
Staff Nurse – NICU
Maternity and Children's Hospital
10.2013 - 11.2014
Master of Science - Nursing of Neonatal Intensive Care
Fakeeh College for Medical Sciences
Bachelor of Applied Medical Sciences - Nursing
King Abdulaziz University