Assist. Prof. Dr. Azza Baraka | Health Professions | Best Researcher Award

Research Focus

Dr. Baraka’s research is grounded in critical care and emergency nursing, with a special emphasis on mechanically ventilated patients, early mobilization, patient safety, and nursing education innovations. Her recent works explore sensory perception in intubated patients, the physiological effects of aromatherapy, and the psychological impact of hospitalization. She has also delved into COVID-19-related mental health challenges for healthcare workers and the development of standardized handover tools. With a passion for improving patient outcomes, her studies examine evidence-based practices, like Reverse Trendelenburg positioning and selective brain cooling. She integrates simulation-based learning and e-learning in nursing pedagogy. A pioneer in cross-cultural nursing research, she has published on migrant nurses’ adaptation and clinical competency. Dr. Baraka’s ongoing projects include the use of semi-immersive virtual reality in ICU mobility, combining clinical innovation with academic rigor. Her mixed-methods approach ensures holistic insights into contemporary challenges in nursing and healthcare.

🛠️ Skills

Dr. Baraka possesses a diverse skill set combining academic, clinical, technological, and leadership competencies. She excels in critical care nursing, emergency response, simulation-based training, and clinical decision-making. She is a seasoned educator with expertise in curriculum development, OSCE/OSPE design, and e-learning platforms. Her IT credentials include ICDL certification, and she’s proficient in educational software and virtual classrooms. As a research mentor and evaluator, she demonstrates robust capabilities in quantitative and qualitative research, scientific writing, and plagiarism checking. She’s a certified reviewer for top-tier journals and has led faculty enhancement programs, workshops, and conference organizing committees. Her public speaking, academic advising, and journal club facilitation further highlight her interpersonal and leadership strengths. Dr. Baraka’s cross-cultural communication and bilingual fluency (Arabic and English) make her an effective liaison in international collaborations. She’s deeply committed to student success, clinical excellence, and academic innovation in nursing science.

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