Innovative Research Award
Mohammad Qtait,
Palestine Polytechnic University, College of Nursing and Applied Sciences, Hebron, Palestine
| Mohammad Qtait |
| Affiliation |
Palestine Polytechnic University |
| Country |
Palestine |
| Scopus ID |
58184894200 |
| Documents |
48 |
| Citations |
301 |
| h-index |
9 |
| Subject Area |
Nursing, Healthcare Leadership, Public Health, Sensors Phenomena and Modelling |
| Event |
Global Sensor Awards |
| ORCID |
0000-0003-2414-7982 |
Mohammad Qtait is a Palestinian nurse educator, researcher, clinical instructor, and healthcare leader whose academic and professional contributions span more than two decades. His work integrates nursing management, leadership development, emergency and burn care, evidence-based practice, and public health research. Through extensive teaching, clinical leadership, curriculum development, and scholarly publication, Qtait has contributed significantly to advancing nursing education and healthcare quality within Palestine and the wider regional nursing community.[1]
Abstract
Mohammad Qtait has established a distinguished academic and clinical career through his contributions to nursing leadership, healthcare management, emergency care, burn care, and nursing education. His doctoral research on time management among intensive care unit nurses demonstrated measurable improvements in patient care quality and professional performance. Through more than fifty scholarly publications, educational leadership roles, and active involvement in healthcare training programs, Dr. Qtait has contributed to strengthening evidence-based nursing practice and healthcare service delivery. His multidisciplinary research portfolio reflects a commitment to improving patient outcomes, healthcare systems, and nursing workforce development.[2]
Keywords
Nursing Leadership, Nursing Management, Evidence-Based Practice, Public Health, Burn Care, Emergency Nursing, Time Management, Healthcare Quality, Nursing Education, Intensive Care Nursing, Clinical Research, Patient Safety, Healthcare Administration, Nursing Workforce Development.
Introduction
Healthcare systems increasingly depend on highly trained nurse leaders capable of integrating research evidence into clinical practice. Dr. Mohammad T. Qtait has emerged as a recognized academic and clinical figure in this field through his work in nursing management, leadership development, healthcare quality improvement, and emergency care. His educational contributions at Palestine Polytechnic University and Al-Quds University have helped prepare future nursing professionals while advancing nursing scholarship in Palestine.[3]
Research Profile
Qtait earned his Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Hebron University, completed a Master of Science in Nursing Management at Al-Quds University, and subsequently obtained a Doctor of Philosophy in Nursing from Arab American University. His doctoral dissertation examined the effectiveness of structured time management interventions among intensive care nurses and demonstrated positive outcomes related to quality of care delivery.[2]
His research interests encompass nursing management and leadership, adult health nursing, public health, emergency and burn care, healthcare education, quality improvement, workforce performance, evidence-based practice, and healthcare policy development. These themes are reflected throughout his publication record and research supervision activities.[3]
Research Contributions
- Advanced understanding of time management practices among nurses and healthcare administrators.
- Conducted influential studies on leadership styles and nursing performance.
- Investigated emergency nursing challenges in conflict-affected healthcare settings.
- Published systematic reviews addressing nursing leadership, burnout, and evidence-based practice.
- Contributed to burn care epidemiology, prevention strategies, and patient quality-of-life research.
- Supported nursing curriculum development and healthcare workforce training initiatives.
- Supervised undergraduate and postgraduate nursing research projects leading to publications in internationally indexed journals.
Publications
Qtait has authored and co-authored more than fifty scholarly works covering nursing leadership, emergency nursing, public health, healthcare quality, burn care, mental health, infection prevention, evidence-based practice, nursing education, and healthcare administration. Representative publications include:
- Factors Affecting Time Management and Nurses’ Performance in Hebron Hospitals (2014).
- Knowledge and Compliance of Nursing Staff Towards Standard Precautions in Palestinian Hospitals (2015).
- Time Management for Nurses (Book, 2017).
- Barriers to Effective Nurse–Patient Communication in the Emergency Department (2020).
- Head Nurses’ Leadership Styles and Nurses’ Performance: Systematic Review (2023).
- Systematic Review of Time Management Practices Among Nurse Managers (2023).
- Time Management Dimension for Nurses Intensive Care Unit: A Qualitative Study (2024).
- Nurses’ Knowledge, Attitudes, and Implementation of Evidence-Based Practice Comparative Study (2025).
- The Challenges of an Emergency Nurse Team Working in an Active Conflict Area (2025).
- Impact of the October 7 Gaza War on Post-Traumatic Stress Symptoms and Quality of Life in Palestinian Nursing Students (2025).
Research Impact
The scholarly contributions of Qtait have influenced nursing education, workforce management, patient care quality, and healthcare policy discussions across Palestine and neighboring regions. His research has addressed critical challenges such as workforce burnout, communication barriers, leadership effectiveness, emergency preparedness, trauma-related mental health, and patient safety. Through teaching, clinical instruction, and professional training programs, he has directly contributed to healthcare capacity building and professional nursing development.[4]
Award Suitability
Mohammad T. Qtait demonstrates strong qualifications for recognition within nursing leadership, healthcare research, public health, and clinical education award categories. His combination of extensive clinical service, academic leadership, research productivity, healthcare training activities, and evidence-based practice advancement aligns with the standards typically associated with distinguished healthcare and nursing excellence awards. His sustained commitment to improving healthcare outcomes and strengthening nursing education further supports his suitability for international academic recognition.[5]
Conclusion
Mohammad T. Qtait has built a comprehensive career spanning nursing education, healthcare leadership, clinical service, and scholarly research. His work has contributed to the advancement of nursing knowledge, workforce development, healthcare quality improvement, and patient-centered care. Through sustained academic productivity, educational leadership, and clinical engagement, he continues to support the development of evidence-based nursing practice and healthcare excellence.
External Links
References
- Curriculum Vitae of Dr. Mohammad T. Qtait. Professional academic record including education, appointments, research activities, publications, and healthcare leadership contributions.
- Arab American University. Doctor of Philosophy in Nursing Dissertation: Effectiveness of Time Management Training Program on Patient Quality of Care Performed by Nurses Working in Intensive Care Units in the West Bank Government Hospitals.
- Palestine Polytechnic University, College of Nursing and Applied Sciences. Academic profile and teaching contributions of Dr. Mohammad T. Qtait.
- Qtait, M., et al. Selected peer-reviewed publications in nursing leadership, emergency nursing, public health, evidence-based practice, and healthcare quality improvement (2014–2025).
- Elsevier. (n.d.). Scopus Author Details: Mohammad T. Qtait, Author ID 58184894200. Scopus.
https://www.scopus.com/authid/detail.uri?authorId=58184894200
- Qtait, M., Alqaissi, N., Farajalla, F., et al. (2025). Impact of the October 7 Gaza War on Post-Traumatic Stress Symptoms and Quality of Life in Palestinian Nursing.
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1038/s41598-025-18039-1