Medical City King Saud University | Nursing Affairs’ Highlights

About KSUMC Corporate Nursing Affairs

At King Saud University Medical City (KSUMC), Corporate Nursing Affairs plays a vital role in managing the most complex surgical and medical cases across Saudi Arabia. KSUMC encompasses three hospitals: King Khalid University Hospital (KKUH), King Abdulaziz University Hospital (KAUH), and Dental University Hospital (DUH), ensuring comprehensive healthcare services for diverse patient needs. Supported by a dedicated team of 2,809 highly skilled nursing professionals working alongside multidisciplinary healthcare teams, the department remains at the forefront of excellence in patient care.

Corporate Nursing Affairs is CBAHI-accredited since 2018 and has achieved Accreditation Canada Diamond Level status since 2007. These prestigious recognitions reflect its commitment to maintaining high standards in healthcare quality and safety.

In 2024, the KSUMC RN Residency Program was officially recognized as an Accredited Practice Transition Program by the Commission on Accreditation in Practice Transition Programs (PTAP). This accreditation highlights the program’s excellence in supporting newly licensed registered nurses as they transition into clinical practice, ensuring a structured, evidence-based, and supportive environment that promotes professional growth and patient safety.

On the 22nd of January, 2026, marks another historic achievement: KSUMC has officially been granted Magnet Recognition, the highest international honor for nursing excellence. This designation affirms the organization’s culture of empowerment, innovation, and exemplary professional practice, placing KSUMC among the world’s most distinguished healthcare institutions.

Recent achievements include:

Magnet Recognition (January 2026)

AACN Beacon Award for Excellence (2025)
- Ward 33 - Medicine (Gold)
- Ward 39 - Surgery (Gold)
- Pediatric ICU (Gold)
- Ward 14B - Pedia (Silver)
- Ward 15 - ENT (Silver)
- Ward 16 - Ophtha (Silver)
Patient Experience Initiative Awards (2025)
- Excellence in Patient Communication
- Best Use of Technology in Staff Management: Healthcare
AACN Beacon Award for Excellence (2024)
Patient Advocacy (2024)
Anexas Global Excellence Award (2024)
National Patient Safety Award (2023)

Guided by a philosophy that quality is everyone’s responsibility, Corporate Nursing Affairs fosters patient-centered care, continuous professional growth, and innovative research. Strong leadership and a culture of support have contributed to successful staff retention, while the department actively drives quality improvement initiatives that empower nurses in shaping enhanced healthcare practices.

Rooted in KSUMC’s core values - Patient Centricity, Advance Education, Innovation, Excellence, Accountability, Quality, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, - Corporate Nursing Affairs ensures that every action aligns with its mission: To deliver the highest level of healthcare and patient experience in an integrated education and research environment within the Kingdom.

Your Voice Matters.

Collaborate, learn and thrive with us at KSUMC, where being a nurse means making a difference everyday

At King Saud University Medical City, you’ll be part of a dedicated nursing team that thrives on collaboration, continuous learning, and mutual support. Our nurses work together, uplift one another, and contribute to a nurturing environment that ensures the highest standards of patient care.

Within our culture of teamwork and professional growth, your voice matters. We encourage innovation, knowledge-sharing, and meaningful connections to create an environment where nurses can learn, lead, and make a lasting impact.

But don’t just take our word for it. Hear directly from the nurses at KSUMC as they share their experiences and insights—why they chose KSUMC and what being a nurse here truly means.