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Karin Prinsloo

@karinprinsloo

Accomplished healthcare executive with 25 years of leadership experience.

United Arab Emirates
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What I'm looking for

I’m seeking freelance or contract-based opportunities where I can leverage over 25 years of healthcare leadership experience to drive meaningful improvements in operations, policy development, and quality management. My ideal projects involve developing or refining healthcare policies, optimizing clinical operations, and preparing organizations for accreditation.

I am an accomplished healthcare executive with over 25 years of experience in clinical operations, nursing leadership, and quality management across South Africa, the UAE, and Saudi Arabia. My strong foundation in healthcare regulations, accreditation, and performance improvement allows me to understand how operational excellence and people-centric strategies intersect to deliver high-quality patient care.

Throughout my career, I have successfully led hospital commissioning and accreditation readiness initiatives, partnering with executive teams and regulatory bodies to ensure compliance and enhance patient outcomes. I thrive in both restructuring and startup environments, leading with empathy while implementing data-driven performance systems and policy frameworks. My dual role as strategist and facilitator enables me to work across departments, turning quality goals into tangible results with patient safety and client experience at the heart of my mission.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

IS

Operations & Quality Director

International SOS

Aug 2022 - Sep 2023 (1 year 1 month)

Managed operations and quality for a critical healthcare project in NEOM, KSA. Oversaw project delivery, ensuring high standards of patient care and operational excellence.

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Project Lead & Business Development

InterHealthCanada (ICML)

May 2021 - Jul 2022 (1 year 2 months)

Led project initiatives and business development efforts for healthcare facilities. Focused on strategic growth and operational readiness for new ventures.

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Group Nursing Director

Anglo American Healthcare (AAH)

Jun 2014 - Jul 2018 (4 years 1 month)

Directed nursing operations across multiple facilities in the Northern Emirates. Focused on improving nursing standards, staff performance, and patient outcomes.

ZH

Group Operating Theatre & Central Sterile Service Dept. (CSSD) Manager

Zulekha Hospitals

Nov 2010 - Jun 2014 (3 years 7 months)

Managed operating theatre and central sterile service departments across multiple hospital locations. Ensured efficient surgical operations and sterile processing standards.

CH

Operating Theatre & Central Service Dept. (CSSD) Manager

Christiaan Barnard Memorial Hospital

Jul 2007 - Jan 2009 (1 year 6 months)

Managed the operating theatre and central sterile service department in a leading private hospital. Ensured efficient surgical workflows and compliance with sterilization protocols.

KH

Senior Operating Theatre Cardiac Scrub Nurse

King Fahd Military Hospital

Nov 2005 - Jun 2007 (1 year 7 months)

Served as a Senior Operating Theatre Cardiac Scrub Nurse, specializing in cardiac surgical procedures. Provided expert nursing support during complex operations.

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

SC

SG Lourens College

General Nursing, General Nursing

Undertook comprehensive training in general nursing, providing a strong foundation in clinical operations and patient care. This education was crucial for developing core nursing competencies.

UP

University of Pretoria

Community Health Nursing, Community Health Nursing

Specialized in community health nursing, focusing on public health initiatives and community-based care strategies. This program enhanced skills in delivering healthcare services outside traditional hospital settings.

1C

1 Military College

PGD Operating Theatre Nursing, Operating Theatre Nursing

Completed a Postgraduate Diploma in Operating Theatre Nursing, gaining advanced expertise in surgical procedures and perioperative patient care. This specialized training prepared for leadership roles in operating room environments.

KA

Knowledge Academy

ISO 9001, Quality Management Systems

Obtained certification in ISO 9001, demonstrating proficiency in quality management systems and standards. This training is essential for ensuring compliance and continuous improvement in healthcare operations.

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University of Cumbria

MBA, International Healthcare Commissioning and Client Experience Management

Completed an MBA with a specialization in International Healthcare Commissioning and Client Experience Management. This program focused on strategic leadership and quality oversight within the healthcare sector.

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