The Department of Maternity and Pediatric Nursing is one of the core academic departments within the College of Nursing. It specializes in preparing female students both theoretically and practically to provide comprehensive and integrated healthcare for women during pregnancy, childbirth, and the postpartum period, in addition to caring for children from birth through adolescence.
The department aims to prepare highly competent nursing professionals capable of handling various health conditions related to mothers and children. This is achieved through advanced educational and training programs that emphasize practical skills and keep pace with developments in the healthcare field.
The department also strives to support scientific research, contribute to community awareness, and promote preventive care and primary healthcare services, in alignment with Saudi Vision 2030, which focuses on improving the quality of healthcare services and empowering women in the health sector.
The department is home to a distinguished group of academically and professionally qualified faculty members and offers an interactive learning environment that includes simulation labs and clinical training in hospitals and healthcare centers.