Abstract
BACKGROUND: COVID-19 is a major concern globally and locally in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Although the Saudi Ministry of Health has set standard precautions, the number of critical cases have not been reduced. During the global pandemic, nurses play very important roles when dealing with COVID-19 patients, with strong involvement in clinical management, awareness, knowledge sharing, and public safety. AIM: This study aimed to evaluate and assess the level of knowledge, perception, and skills of nursing staff in the Majmaah region of Saudi Arabia regarding the COVID-19 pandemic. DESIGN AND METHOD: A cross-sectional, descriptive study was conducted through an online questionnaire specifically intended for nursing staff in the Majmaah region of Saudi Arabia. The survey yielded 66 responses. FINDINGS: Findings suggest that the Knowledge scale is significantly strong and positive. Additionally, we found that preparedness and skill levels are similar between all age groups of nurses. Likewise, there was a significant difference between nurses who answered the survey in Arabic and those who completed it in English. The findings suggest that nursing staff have an acceptable level of knowledge and a positive outlook on overcoming the COVID-19 pandemic. CONCLUSION: In conclusion, COVID-19 is an emerging infectious disease that poses a significant threat to public health. The current study provides a comprehensive assessment of the knowledge, preparedness, and skills of the nursing staff in the Majmaah region of Saudi Arabia regarding the COVID-19 pandemic.