Abstract
The roles of clinical nurse specialists (CNS) have been evident in Saudi Arabia since the 1980s. Despite this, and the fact that nurse education has moved from diploma level to university baccalaureate level, the advancement of nursing practice is hampered by the poor image of clinical nursing, leading to poor recruitment into nursing colleges. The slow pace to the Saudization of nursing delays the development of higher education programs aimed at specialist and advanced practice nursing, which in turn prevents legitimization of the CNS role. The Saudi Commission for Health Specialties (SCFHS) registers nurses to practice in Saudi Arabia and has a Nursing Scientific Committee, but does not regulate nursing practice or protect nursing titles. Today, the consequences are clear: there is a shortage of experienced clinical nurses in CNS roles. It is hoped that the Saudi Government’s 2030 vision for healthcare, including high reliability organizations, will push the advanced practice nursing (APN) agenda forward.
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