Nelson’s nursing leadership shines through his pioneering efforts in spearheading the SEHA Nursing Staff Health and Wellbeing Committee since 2018, within the colossal healthcare network of the Department of Health – Abu Dhabi (SEHA). Notably launching the ‘Your Health First’ program benefiting around 6,000+ nurses. His efforts earned international recognition and prestigious invitations to global health conferences, showcasing his commitment to nurse wellbeing and excellence in healthcare.

Nelson’s leadership in patient care improvement includes pioneering initiatives like the Hospital’s Preceptor/Assessor Development Program and comprehensive quality audits. His accolades, including the Abu Dhabi Healthcare Services Outstanding Nurse Award and Asia’s Pinnacle Awards, underscore his commitment to excellence.

Nelson leads pioneering initiatives in nursing education, focusing on digital transformation to enhance standards and methodologies. He transitions workshops to paperless formats and digitises orientation programs and real-time learning assessments, emphasising cost-effectiveness and accessibility for institutions with limited resources.