The Department of Maternal and Child Health Nursing is one is one of the administrative departments in the Faculty of Nursing at Zarqa University. It is dedicated to preparing students capable of providing comprehensive, evidence-based nursing care to women and children across different stages of life to fulfill the Philosophy, Vision and Mission of the University and the Faculty of Nursing through three primary tasks: teaching, research, and community service.

The department aims to enable students to acquire theoretical knowledge, practical skills, and professional behaviors that qualify them to provide integrated healthcare services in maternal and child health, including neonatal care, with emphasis on preventive, therapeutic, and rehabilitative aspects. It also strives to enhance students’ abilities in critical thinking and the use of scientific research findings to improve the quality of nursing care and ensure patient safety.

The department offers a range of specialized courses, including Maternal Health Nursing, Child Health Nursing, and Human Growth and Development. These courses are delivered through a combination of theoretical and practical application, utilizing modern teaching methods, advanced clinical simulation, and training in hospitals and primary healthcare centers to improve students’ clinical skills and professional competencies.

The faculty members in the department have strong scientific backgrounds and research interests in areas such as Maternal and Child Healthcare, Neonatal Care, Maternal and Child Health Education, Family Health, Growth and Development, and Nutrition. Faculty members also contribute to community initiatives and awareness programs aimed at improving public health and advancing nursing practices within the local community.

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