Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi Receives Global Recognition for Nursing Excellence

● The hospital has been awarded two international accreditations, the PRISM award and The Beacon Award for Excellence. ● Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi is the first hospital in the UAE, and the ‘youngest’ ever to receive Magnet® accreditation, the global benchmark in nursing excellence, and was reaccredited for the second consecutive time

Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi has received two international honors for nursing excellence. Four of its acute care units were awarded the PRISM Award by the Academy of Medical-Surgical Nurses, and its Intensive Care Unit received the renowned Beacon Award for Excellence from the American Association of Critical-Care Nurses. These awards reflect the hospital’s continuous commitment to high-quality care and advanced nursing practices that ensure the best outcomes for patients.

Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi is the first hospital in the UAE, and only the fourth outside the United States to receive the PRISM Award, setting a new benchmark for nursing excellence in the region. This milestone highlights not only the hospital’s clinical strength, but also the caliber of its nursing leadership, professional practice, and commitment to development, empowerment, and a collaborative environment where nurses can thrive. The hospital’s Intensive Care Unit also received the Beacon Award for Excellence, a distinction that recognizes hospital units that employ evidence-based practices to improve outcomes for patients and families. The Beacon Award reflects the high standards upheld by Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi’s critical care team.

Recognizing the vital role nurses play within the healthcare system, Dr. Georges-Pascal Haber, CEO of Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi, emphasized: “Nurses are the backbone of quality healthcare. At Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi, our nurses combine compassion with clinical expertise and the latest innovations to deliver care that truly changes lives. Their dedication to improving outcomes and elevating the patient’s experience is what sets our care apart. These awards are not just acknowledgments, they reflect the trust our patients place in us every day, and the continuous drive of our nursing team to raise the bar in healthcare delivery.”

Beth Govero, Chief Nursing Officer, Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi said: “These distinguished international recognitions stand as a testament to the expertise, perseverance, and passion of our nursing team. Nurses form the cornerstone of effective healthcare delivery, and their relentless pursuit of quality ensures exceptional care for every patient. These recognitions celebrate not only their hard work but also our collective efforts to create a supportive environment where nurses are empowered to lead, innovate, and continually advance patient care here in the UAE and beyond.”

Last year, Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi was redesignated with the coveted Magnet® designation from the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC). Widely regarded as the gold standard for nursing excellence, this recognition highlights the hospital’s commitment to transformational leadership, innovation in clinical practice, and a culture that prioritizes professional development and patient-centered care. Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi was the first and the youngest hospital in the UAE to receive this designation in 2019.

In the same year, the hospital hosted its inaugural Nursing Conference, a pivotal event that brought together nursing professionals from across the region to deepen their expertise and strengthen their practice. By fostering meaningful knowledge exchange and collaboration, the conference empowered registered nurses, nurse practitioners, midwives, and clinical specialists to expand their skills and engage with leading international experts, reinforcing their essential role in delivering exceptional patient care. Building on that success, the hospital will host the second conference later this November, reinforcing its commitment to advancing nursing excellence.

Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi is dedicated to nursing excellence and achieving superior patient outcomes. As it continues to advance this mission, it remains committed to empowering nurses as the cornerstone of transformative, patient-centered care.