Barriers and Facilitators to Vaccination Implementation in Tertiary Hospitals: Insights from Nurses, Pharmacists, and Medical Technologists

Authors: Ahmed R. Alotaibi, Fatimah S. Alotaibi, Ahad N. Albulayhid, Nada A. Alfaraj, Manal A. Alonazi, Fatemah M. Alghafly, Alaa A. Alkhars, Amjad A. Alonazi

DOI: https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.14551474

Short DOI: https://doi.org/g8wtbn

Country: Saudi Arabia

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Abstract: Vaccination programs are critical public health interventions, yet their implementation in tertiary hospitals faces numerous challenges. This study explored barriers and facilitators to vaccination programs from the perspectives of nurses, pharmacists, and medical technologists in a tertiary care setting. A mixed-methods approach was employed, combining quantitative surveys (n=60) and qualitative interviews (n=20). Findings identified high workload, limited training, and poor interdepartmental communication as key barriers, while team-based collaboration, technological systems, and patient education emerged as significant facilitators. The study highlights the need for enhanced interdisciplinary coordination, robust logistics, and targeted educational programs to improve vaccination delivery. These insights offer actionable strategies for optimizing vaccination implementation in complex healthcare environments.

Keywords: vaccination programs, barriers, facilitators, interdisciplinary collaboration, tertiary hospitals, healthcare professionals, vaccination implementation

Paper Id: 231901

Published On: 2020-01-13

Published In: Volume 8, Issue 1, January-February 2020

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