Dr. Asma Al Yahyaei, Sultan Qaboos University, Oman
Dr. Asma Salim Al Yahyaei is a distinguished academic and nursing professional with over 15 years of experience at Sultan Qaboos University, Oman. She holds a Ph.D. in Nursing from the University of Birmingham, UK, and a Master’s degree in Nursing Administration from California State University, Long Beach. Currently serving as an Assistant Professor and Head of the Fundamentals and Administration Department, she is deeply involved in research, curriculum development, and healthcare innovation. Her work emphasizes nursing leadership, AI-driven education, and workforce development. With 16 peer-reviewed publications and over 330 citations, she is a recognized voice in the nursing research community. She has led several funded projects and served as a consultant for inter-institutional initiatives. Dr. Al Yahyaei is an editorial board member and reviewer for top-tier journals and an active member of regional and international nursing associations, including Sigma Theta Tau. Her contributions continue to elevate nursing standards in Oman and beyond.
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🌟 Suitability of Dr. Asma Salim Al Yahyaei for the Research for Women Researcher Award 🌟
Dr. Asma Salim Al Yahyaei exemplifies the qualities of a leading woman researcher through her academic rigor, leadership, and regional impact in the field of nursing. With a Ph.D. in Nursing from the University of Birmingham and extensive experience at Sultan Qaboos University, she has devoted over 15 years to advancing nursing education and practice. Her strategic role as Head of the Fundamentals and Administration Department, along with her background in nursing administration, equips her to bridge academia, clinical training, and health policy with excellence.
She has led and co-led 7 funded research projects, focusing on cutting-edge themes such as AI-integrated nursing education, student well-being, and workforce planning—issues crucial for sustainable healthcare systems. With over 330 citations and 16 peer-reviewed journal articles, her contributions are well-recognized in international scholarly forums. Notably, her role as a consultant for the Armed Forces Medical Services School demonstrates her influence beyond academia into governmental and defense healthcare institutions.
🎓 Education
Dr. Asma Al Yahyaei pursued advanced nursing education to support her leadership aspirations in academia and healthcare. She earned her Ph.D. in Nursing from the University of Birmingham, United Kingdom, where she explored critical themes related to workforce development and educational leadership in nursing. Her earlier academic training includes a Master’s degree in Nursing Administration from California State University, Long Beach, which equipped her with the foundational tools for managing healthcare institutions and educational settings. These academic achievements are built upon a strong undergraduate nursing foundation, also completed with distinction. Her educational journey reflects a blend of theoretical rigor and practical knowledge, preparing her for a multidisciplinary role in education, leadership, research, and healthcare policy. Dr. Al Yahyaei continues to support academic excellence by mentoring students, contributing to curriculum design, and leading educational reform through AI integration, innovation, and evidence-based practices within nursing education frameworks across the Middle East.
💼 Professional Experience
Dr. Asma Al Yahyaei brings over 15 years of integrated academic and clinical experience to her role as Assistant Professor at Sultan Qaboos University. As Head of the Fundamentals and Administration Department, she spearheads initiatives that enhance the quality of nursing education and administration. Her professional expertise spans academic leadership, clinical teaching, quality assurance, and workforce development. She has been actively involved in policy design and research that shapes the future of nursing in Oman. She also plays a vital consulting role in collaborative projects with the Armed Forces Medical Services School, offering guidance on ethics, research methodology, and scholarly publishing. In addition to her university commitments, she is a board member and peer reviewer for prestigious journals and is deeply engaged in mentoring early-career researchers and faculty. Her leadership has made significant contributions to AI-integrated curricula, student resilience frameworks, and evidence-based policy in healthcare education and nursing practice.
🏅 Awards and Recognition
Dr. Asma Al Yahyaei has received numerous accolades for her contributions to nursing education and research. She has been recognized both nationally and regionally for her impactful research in nursing leadership, student outcomes, and AI-based teaching methodologies. As Principal Investigator for several funded projects, her work has directly influenced curriculum reform and clinical teaching standards in Oman. Her engagement in editorial duties for international nursing journals, including the Journal of Advanced Nursing, reflects her academic standing. She holds leadership positions such as Vice President of the Alpha Beta Delta Chapter of Sigma Theta Tau and is an active member of the Oman Nursing Association and NLN. Her research on mental health, workforce retention, and educational resilience has garnered over 330 citations, testifying to the value and reach of her scholarly output. Through regional collaborations, she has elevated the conversation around healthcare innovation across ten Arab nations, making her a respected figure in the global nursing community.
🌍 Research Skills On Nursing
Dr. Al Yahyaei demonstrates advanced research capabilities in healthcare education, policy, and workforce development. She has successfully led and collaborated on seven funded research projects, four of which she served as Principal Investigator. Her methodological strengths include qualitative and mixed-methods research, data analysis, curriculum mapping, and evidence synthesis. She is particularly skilled in translating research findings into actionable educational reforms, focusing on AI integration, leadership models, and student-centered resilience frameworks. As a consultant for national studies, she has overseen proposal design, ethical review processes, capacity building for data analysis, and scholarly publication. Her citation index of over 330 indicates broad academic impact. Dr. Al Yahyaei’s research collaborations extend across ten countries, demonstrating her commitment to regional innovation and knowledge exchange. Her ability to align academic research with institutional needs and national healthcare objectives showcases her comprehensive, strategic approach to advancing nursing practice and policy through evidence-based research.
Publication Top Notes
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📘 Nurses’ intention to stay in the work environment in acute healthcare: a systematic review
👩⚕️ Authors: A Al Yahyaei, A Hewison, N Efstathiou, D Carrick-Sen
📊 Citations: 114
📅 Year: 2022
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🌍 A multicountry study on nursing students’ self‐perceived competence and barriers to evidence‐based practice
👩⚕️ Authors: LJ Labrague, D McEnroe‐Petitte, MS D’Souza, HSJ Cecily, DC Fronda, …
📊 Citations: 54
📅 Year: 2019
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🧠 Predictors of evidence‐based practice knowledge, skills, and attitudes among nursing students
👩⚕️ Authors: LJ Labrague, D McEnroe‐Pettite, K Tsaras, MS D’Souza, DC Fronda, …
📊 Citations: 47
📅 Year: 2019
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🔥 The influence of nurse managers’ authentic leadership style and work environment characteristics on job burnout among emergency nurses
👩⚕️ Authors: S Al Sabei, R AbuAlRub, A Al Yahyaei, OM Al-Rawajfah, LJ Labrague, …
📊 Citations: 40
📅 Year: 2023
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🧬 Correlates of resilience among university students in Oman: a cross-sectional study
👩⚕️ Authors: O Al Omari, A Al Yahyaei, D Wynaden, J Damra, M Aljezawi, M Al Qaderi, …
📊 Citations: 31
📅 Year: 2023
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👪 The lived experience of parent caregivers of adolescents with mental illness: A phenomenological study
👩⚕️ Authors: A Al Yahyaei, O Al Omari, LA Sharour, AR Cayaban, Z Shebani, …
📊 Citations: 10
📅 Year: 2024
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👩⚕️ Role transition from education to practice and its impact on the career futures of Omani nurses
👩⚕️ Authors: OM Al-Rawajfah, A AlBashayreh, SD Al Sabei, M Al-Maqbali, …
📊 Citations: 10
📅 Year: 2023
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🤖 Demographic factors, knowledge, attitude and perception and their association with nursing students’ intention to use artificial intelligence (AI): a multicentre survey across …
👩⚕️ Authors: O Al Omari, M Alshammari, W Al Jabri, A Al Yahyaei, KA Aljohani, …
📊 Citations: 6
📅 Year: 2024
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🧭 Motivation to lead: a study of the supportive nursing leadership environment
👩⚕️ Authors: S Al Sabei, AM Ross, A Al Yahyaei, L Labrague, O Al-Rwajfah, …
📊 Citations: 6
📅 Year: 2024
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👩🏫 The Usefulness of Peer Tutoring and its Impact on Nursing Students’ Academic Performance, Psychological Empowerment, and Satisfaction: Pre-Post Design
👩⚕️ Authors: A Al Yahyaei, JR Natarajan, V Seshan, MA Joseph, BP Valsaraj, …
📊 Citations: 5
📅 Year: 2024