FiNAN Chair Floro Cubelo Among Wiley’s Top Cited Authors in 2025
Wiley Publications has officially released its list of Top Cited Articles across leading academic journals, recognizing research that has made a significant global impact. Among the distinguished scholars is FiNAN Chair Floro Cubelo.
April 2, 2026 — Wiley Publications has officially released its list of Top Cited Articles across leading academic journals, recognizing research that has made a significant global impact. Among the distinguished scholars is FiNAN Chair Floro Cubelo, whose work has been cited among the most influential in two prestigious journals: Scandinavian Journal of Caring Sciences (as main author) and Journal of Clinical Nursing (as co-author).
Advancing Knowledge on Migrant Nurses and Workforce Integration
Cubelo’s lead-authored study in the Scandinavian Journal of Caring Sciences explores the critical factors influencing job satisfaction and professional competencies among internationally educated nurses (IENs) throughout their migration journey. https://doi.org/10.1111/jocn.17182
The research highlights how global nurse migration, driven by workforce shortages, requires more effective integration strategies to ensure both professional development and quality patient care. Key findings emphasize that job satisfaction among migrant nurses is shaped by three major stages: pre-migration preparation, workplace integration challenges, and post-migration career development and retention.
Importantly, the study underscores the need for supportive policies such as language training, mentorship, recognition of qualifications, and inclusive workplace environments. These measures not only improve nurse satisfaction but also strengthen healthcare systems by maximizing the skills of internationally trained professionals.
Strengthening Patient Safety Through Teamwork
In a second highly cited study published in the Journal of Clinical Nursing, where Cubelo served as co-author, the research focuses on the relationship between teamwork and missed nursing care in acute care settings. https://doi.org/10.1111%2Fjocn.17182
The study reveals that ineffective teamwork, particularly poor communication, lack of trust, and weak leadership, significantly contributes to missed or unfinished nursing care. Conversely, strong collaboration within healthcare teams is shown to reduce care omissions and enhance patient safety outcomes.
The findings provide actionable insights for healthcare institutions, emphasizing the importance of building cohesive teams, improving communication systems, and fostering leadership to ensure safe and high-quality care delivery.
A Milestone for Filipino Nursing Leadership
This dual recognition reflects not only Cubelo’s scholarly excellence but also the growing influence of Filipino nurses in global research, education, and health policy. His work bridges critical gaps in understanding migration, workforce integration, and patient safety, issues central to modern healthcare systems worldwide.
As FiNAN continues its mission, this achievement reinforces its commitment to advancing academic excellence and empowering Filipino nurses to lead, innovate, and contribute meaningfully to healthcare systems in the Nordic region and beyond.
