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Welcome to the latest Sydney Nursing School Newsletter
We are pleased to share recent news and updates that reflect the impact and achievements of our School community. This edition highlights events honouring the vital role and contributions of nurses and midwives, recognises our growing global partnerships, and showcases the expertise, dedication and accomplishments of our staff. We hope this newsletter leaves you feeling informed and connected to the broader work of our School.
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| Staff News and Achievements
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| Sydney Nursing School Pre-registration Programs Accredited
SNS Director Academic Education, A/Professor Andrea McCloughen is thrilled to share that our pre-registration nursing programs have recently been accredited by the Australian Nursing and Midwifery Accreditation Council (ANMAC) for a full five-year period. Our new Bachelor of Nursing (Advanced Studies), Master of Nursing, and combined degree programs informed by the Integrated Indigenous and Person-centred Practice Theory and Curriculum Framework will commence in 2026. Accreditation of these programs is the culmination of a significant amount of work by many people over the past few years and is testament to a high level of engagement and collaboration by our school community, external partners, and faculty teams. I would like to acknowledge the work of the following groups who all contributed to this wonderful outcome. SNS Curriculum working group SNS Internal Advisory Panel
SNS External Advisory Panel
SNS Student Representatives
SNS Education Support team
FMH Quality and Accreditation team
FMH Education and Curriculum team
FMH Student Placements team
FMH Clinical Skills and Simulation team
FMH Admissions team
FMH Minor Course Amendment Sub-Committee; FMH Education Committee
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Congratulations to Dr Reakeeta Smallwood
On Monday 19 May 2025, Dr Reakeeta Smallwood proudly celebrated her graduation. Reakeeta's study - Exploring and understanding historical trauma with Aboriginal young people, informed by Gamilaroi ways of knowing, being, and doing, is one of the first in Australia to explore historical trauma with and by Aboriginal young people. In 2024, the Faculty of Medicine and Health at UTS put forward Reakeeta’s thesis to be recommended for a Vice Chancellors medal, one of six nominations university wide. Reakeeta was joined by her family, friends and Distinguished Nursing Professor Kim Usher in her celebrations.
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Congratulations to Dr Rebecca Raeside
We’re delighted to share that Dr Rebecca Raeside has officially completed her PhD, Advancing Adolescent Health Promotion in the Digital Era. Rebecca celebrated her PhD conferral at a graduation ceremony on 5 May 2025. Over the course of her PhD, Rebecca published seven papers and five abstracts, gave seven invited talks and 16 conference presentations, received five scholarships, five travel grants & five prizes, and took part in nine media engagements.
Most importantly, Rebecca has made a positive contribution to adolescent and public health, and we know she will continue to drive positive change for young people across the country and around the world.
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| Publication in Top Published Papers
We are pleased to report that the scoping review on patient assessment frameworks was the second most viewed publication for the Journal of Advanced Nursing in 2023, with over 19,000 downloads to date. Congratulations to Taneal Wiseman, Sarah Kourouche, Belinda Kennedy and Kate Curtis.
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Allyson Todd Awarded Scholarship
PhD candidate and Research Officer, Allyson Todd recently received the Public Health Association of Australia (PHAA) NSW Branch Scholarship to attend and present at the 2025 Preventive Health Conference, which ran from 28 - 30 April in Canberra, ACT.
The conference theme was 'Prevention is political' and Allyson shared her reflections from the conference in PHAA Intouch Public Health.
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Youth Well Lab Website and Social Media
The Youth Well Lab team have set up their team website and social media accounts:
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| Congratulations to Associate Professor Andrea McCloughen
Congratulations to Andrea McCloughen who has been appointed to the Australian College of Mental Health Nurses (ACMHN) Accreditation Committee. This committee oversees processes of accreditation for postgraduate courses in mental health nursing to ensure that programs and education providers meet professional standards and adhere to the criteria required in the National Framework for Postgraduate Mental Health Nursing Education. She is looking forward to bringing her education leadership and experience in postgraduate education and accreditation to the work of the ACMHN.
This achievement follows two others in the past 12 months - Andrea was awarded Senior Fellowship of the Higher Education Academy - Advance HE, UK (previously a Fellow), and has been formally certified as a Credentialed Mental Health Nurse (CMHN) (2024-2027) through the ACMHN. Andrea was the 27th person in Australia to become a CMHN (2004) and is proud to have been repeatedly re-credentialled through a formal application and evidence process for over 20 years. The MHN credential is the nationally consistent standard for recognising qualifications, skills, expertise and experience of specialist mental health nurses.
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| Leanne Wang wins best PhD student presentation ICDAM 2025 Canada
Two members of Sydney Nursing School’s discipline of Nutrition and Dietetics attended the recent International Conference on Dietary and Activity Measurement in Toronto. We are delighted that Leanne Wang, a final year PhD student, won the prestigious award for best oral presentation by a trainee, i.e. higher degree by research. She competed against students from prestigious universities in Europe, North America, South America, UK, Africa and Asia. The topic of the presentation resulted from a collaboration between Margaret Allman-Farinelli’s research group and that of Professor Emmanuel Stamatakis from Health Sciences facilitated by the Charles Perkins Centre. Leanne is pictured with the chair of the international scientific programme, Professor Sharon Fitzpatrick, University of Waterloo. Presentations co-authored by Anna Rangan, Juliana Chen, Virginia Chan, and three MND students also featured.
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NSW Dietitians Connect at Casual Networking Event
As NSW Branch Convenor for Dietitians Australia, Dr Rajshri Roy hosted a casual networking event on 6 May 2025 at the Forest Lodge Hotel. The event brought together over 30 attendees, including new graduates, early-career dietitians, academics, and private practitioners, creating space for informal professional connection and conversation. Held in partnership with Dietitians Australia, the event was designed to enhance peer networking and support for dietitians across sectors. Attendees shared insights, discussed challenges, and forged new connections in a relaxed setting over share plates and refreshments. The event was well received and highlights the importance of providing community-building opportunities that extend beyond formal learning. Dr Roy would like to thank everyone who attended, and especially Dietitians Australia for their support.
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Launch of the World's Nursing 2025 Report
On International Nurses Day, 12th May 2025, the second edition of the State of the world’s nursing report was launched. This global flagship report on the nursing workforce includes data from 197 countries and has a focus on education, employment, regulation, leadership and working conditions.
Darcie O’Connell, Bachelor of Nursing (Advanced Studies) student and Co-Chair of the Western Pacific Region of the Nursing Now Challenge, led an International Nurses Day event which brought together passionate nursing professionals and future leaders from across the region to explore the report. She said, "It was an important opportunity to engage, empower, and act - uniting our diverse community in shaping the future of nursing".
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Weave Away Wednesdays
On Wednesday, 21 May, staff had an opportunity to connect, unwind and create in the Wellbeing Room on Level 8 of SWHB. Dr Reakeeta Smallwood explains: Weaving has been a significant First Nations practice for thousands of years across this place we call Australia, and I am proud to continue this practice alongside my FMH colleagues. Did you know that the golden patterns around our SWHB are a weaving pattern? If you did not know this, next time you are outside soak in the views of First Nations cultures and practices on display. You might even spot the dilly bag sculpture and traditional grasses used for weaving!
During the informal weaving workshop, Reakeeta shared weaving knowledge from her local Gamilaroi women's community. Whilst traditionally a women's practice, contemporary sharings of this knowledge is for everyone's learning and engagement. 'Weave Away Wednesdays' will visit our Wellbeing Room again in 2025. Thank you to our staff for supporting this initiative.
Guwali yila - yarn soon
Reakeeta
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| Dr. Agness Tembo Supports Medical Students at Trauma Boot Camp, UNSW
On 16 May 2025, Dr Agness Tembo lent her expertise and support to medical students participating in the Trauma Boot Camp held at the University of New South Wales (UNSW). The intensive training session aimed to enhance students’ readiness for managing trauma cases through realistic simulations and hands-on learning. Dr Tembo provided mentorship and practical guidance throughout the camp. Her involvement underscored the value of interprofessional collaboration and the critical role of experienced clinicians in preparing the next generation of healthcare professionals for high-pressure clinical environments.
Her presence at the boot camp was greatly appreciated by both students and faculty, contributing to the success of this dynamic educational event.
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| Jessica Malloy, Associate Lecturer
Jessica Malloy has recently joined the Discipline of Nutrition and Dietetics as an Associate Lecturer, covering for Dr Juliana Chen during her parental leave. Jess is an Accredited Practising Dietitian and submitted her PhD in December at the University of Auckland, where her research focused on co-designing a personalised healthy lifestyles program for young women delivered via Instagram. In addition to her interest in health promotion, Jess like Juliana has an interest in digital health and personalised nutrition, including the person in the decision making. Jess spent the first years of her life in Manhattan and most recently London but never Sydney so she looks forward to exploring all the city has to offer and getting to know her SNS colleagues.
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| International Nurses Day and International Day of the Midwife
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International Day of the Midwife – Midwives: Critical in every crisis
On 5 May, we gathered to celebrate International Day of the Midwife with a special lunch event that brought together members of our midwifery community, along with colleagues and collaborators with an interest in the first 2000 days of life. Attendees included representatives from the School and Faculty, including the Reproduction and Perinatal Centre, Emeritus staff, clinical collaborators, and government agency. The event was led by Dr Belle Bruce, who shared this year’s International Day of the Midwife theme, 'Midwives: Critical in Every Crisis', which calls attention to the vital role midwives play as trusted first responders in times of crisis, whether in the context of natural disasters, conflict, pandemics, or displacement. In these challenging contexts, midwives can provide sustained care when it’s needed most, helping to strengthen health systems while protecting the health, rights, and dignity of women and all birthing people, along with their babies and families. This video offers a powerful and moving reflection on this year’s theme:
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The event also marked the launch of the Midwifery and the First 2000 Days Community of Practice (COP). The First 2000 Days refers to the period from conception to age five—a critical window for shaping lifelong physical, social, and emotional health. Evidence consistently highlights the importance of these early years and the vital role that both professionals and parents play in supporting a child’s development. This COP seeks to foster meaningful discussion and collaboration across disciplines. For further information or to express interest in joining the COP, please contact Belle on belinda.bruce@sydney.edu.au or belinda.bruce@health.nsw.gov.au
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Professor Brendan McCormack and Emeritus Professor Lesley Barclay
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Sydney Nursing School Celebrates International Nurses Day 2025
On Monday 12 May, Sydney Nursing School came together to celebrate International Nurses Day 2025 with a morning tea, guided meditation sessions, roving corporate neck massages, and a speech by Professor Brendan McCormack which thoughtfully addressed this year’s theme, “A Force for a Healthier Future”. The event was a great success, with plenty of happy staff feeling full, caffeinated and valued for their contributions. Reflecting on the importance of the theme and the vital role of nurse academics, Dr Xanthe Lea shares the following message:
This year’s theme speaks powerfully to the role of nurse academic, whose impact reaches far beyond the classroom. As educators, researchers, mentors, and thought leaders, you are the architects of tomorrow’s nursing profession. Every student you inspire, every study you publish, and every curriculum you refine, ripples outward, touching patients and communities in ways that cannot be measured in charts or numbers. The clinical nurse might be the face a patient sees, but you are the foundation behind their training, ethics, professional values, and critical thinking. Academic work - which is often behind the scenes - drives evidence-based practice, ensures nursing evolves with science, cultivates future nurse leaders, and challenges inequities in care. Let us be clear: the future of nursing excellence depends on academic excellence. Thank you to the People and Culture Subcommittee for organising the celebration and for their ongoing work throughout the year. Congratulations also to Professor Debra Jackson, who was in the UK receiving a prestigious nursing award. To all staff at Sydney Nursing School, thank you for the compassion, expertise, and innovation you bring to your roles. You are not just a force for a healthier future, you are shaping it every day. Happy International Nurses Day.
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BHUDRH Celebrates International Nurses Day
The Broken Hill University Department of Rural Health (BHUDRH) celebrated International Nurses Day (IND) in May. Collectively, each campus came together over lunch to unpack this year’s theme and celebrate the undeniable commitment that rural nurses have for their respective communities.
Danielle White, Senior Lecturer, Academic Career Development, Strategic Support and Nursing Lead, shared, ‘This theme makes me think about caring for nurses as a critical element to recruit and retain nurses and for them to see value in nursing as a fulfilling career. I have been privileged to have had many learning opportunities and during my career I have made strong connections with other nurses. These individuals have been very supportive of me, which has allowed me to stay in the profession. Our job is about caring for others and that includes our colleagues.’
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Professor Deb Jones, Danielle White, Katie O’Meara and Kazuma Honda
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Kazuma Honda, Nurse Academic, Broken Hill, said, ‘For me, the day is to acknowledge and appreciate the dedication and commitment of nurses who provide remarkable care to their patients worldwide.’ Danielle Minnis, Nurse Academic, Southwest campus, said, ‘This year’s theme recognises that investing in nurses benefits the community as a whole. Looking after the wellbeing of nurses leads to better staff retention, stronger healthcare systems and better patient outcomes, which ultimately leads to a thriving local economy.’
BHUDRH has six nurse staff members whose combined experience totals 130 years. It’s important that we acknowledge the hard work and dedication of this group and the career paths that have led them to the BHUDRH. Thank you to these individuals and the wider nursing workforce for all that you do for the health and wellbeing of our rural and remote communities. You can watch BHUDRH staff and UCRH discussing IND here and here.
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2025 Planetary Health Report Card
The 2025 Planetary Health Report Card (PHRC) results were released on the 22nd April coinciding with Earth Day. It included the first ever submission from Sydney Nursing School (SNS) - the first report card from an Australian nursing school!
The PHRC was led by three SNS students Pritika Prahatheesan, Darcie O’Connell and Michelle Levy, with support from faculty mentors, Dr Gemma Saravanos and Dr Virginia Chan. They joined 1500 students from 188 health professional schools across 21 countries. Disciplines represented included medicine, nursing, pharmacy, occupational therapy, physiotherapy, dentistry, veterinary medicine, audiology, nutrition and dietetics, and healthcare management. SNS students undertook a comprehensive review of the existing Bachelor of Nursing curriculum, identifying strengths as well as gaps and opportunities for improvement. This curriculum will be replaced in 2026 and the PHRC work provides an important local resource to support the integration of planetary health content into the new nursing curriculum. In addition to curriculum, students also assessed the areas of interdisciplinary research, community outreach, support for student led initiatives and campus sustainability.
Read the 2025 PHRC summary and the full reports here: https://phreportcard.org
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Sydney Nursing School Welcomes International Visitors
Sydney Nursing School was pleased to have recently hosted two international visits, reinforcing our commitment to global engagement and collaboration. On 27th March, four esteemed academics from the Faculty of Nursing at Mahidol University visited the school to explore opportunities for partnership. Discussions led by A/Professor Tom Buckley and Professor Jacqueline Bloomfield focused on developing collaborative research projects and establishing academic and student exchange opportunities, with positive outcomes and plans for future engagement. Following these discussions the group enjoyed an informal tour of the University campus.
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A/Professors Ratinthorn, Tankumpuan, Sriyuktasuth and Phetrasuwan with Professor Jacqueline Bloomfield
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In mid April, Ms Freda Neill, Clinical Skills Manager and Simulated Lead from the School of Nursing and Midwifery, University College Dublin visited Sydney Nursing School to review our clinical simulation facilities. During her visit she toured the Simulation Centre in the Susan Wakil Health Building and was very impressed with the quality of our facilities. Building on the existing reciprocal student exchange agreement between our Schools, the visit also opened discussions on extending our collaborations to include shared teaching and learning initiatives and joint research opportunities. These visits reflect the school’s strategic focus on fostering international relationships and advancing nursing education through meaningful global partnerships.
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Susanna Wang, Dr Astrid Frotjold, Ms Freda Neill, and Professor Jacqueline Bloomfield
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| Strengthening Emergency Nursing in Northern Thailand: HIRAID® Collaboration Update
This past month marked a significant step forward in our collaboration with Professor Julie Considine, Deakin University and our own Professor Kate Curtis, Chiangrai Prachanukroh Hospital and Mae Fah Luang University (MFU), with an energising two-day program focused on the implementation of HIRAID® in emergency nursing.
Kate shared: On Monday 27 April, over 35 senior nurses - including our dedicated co-investigators Poom, Koi, Kuhn Proy (DON), Kuhn Jew (DDON), Kuhn Mam (ED NM), and Dr Bird (ED Director) - joined us for a well-received session on HIRAID®. Attendees submitted anonymous questions, prompting a lively and thoughtful hour-long discussion. High-level support from Dr Bird and Dr O (Deputy Medical Director), along with the full-day involvement of Mam and Proy, underlined the importance of this initiative to hospital leadership. The afternoon provided valuable clinical insights during a tour of the ED, hosted by Mam, Poom, Koi, and eight senior emergency nurses. Discussions on assessment, care delivery, and documentation enriched our mutual understanding.
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The following day, our team presented at MFU, warmly welcomed by Dean Asst. Prof. Dr. Chompunut Sopajaree. Mam and six senior nurses from Chiangrai joined, highlighting the strong clinical-academic partnership. Dean Sopajaree expressed interest in showcasing emergency and disaster nursing, including HIRAID®, at MFU’s 2026 international conference. We finalised several components of the research plan, including translated HIRAID® materials, workshop development, and confirmed training dates for July 2025. A co-designed ED nursing chart will go live in July, with EMR integration planned later in the year. Ethics approval is progressing well, and once approved, data collection will begin. This partnership continues to build momentum toward sustainable improvements in emergency nursing practice, education, and patient care across northern Thailand.
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The Care Economy CRC
Professor Melissa Baysari was part of a team from the University of Sydney who were successful in securing a new Cooperative Research Centre (CRC), the Care Economy CRC. The Care Economy CRC, a $129 million 10-year program, represents a partnership between over 60 organisations, and will allow researchers from the University of Sydney to collaborate with industry and health service partners to focus on care technologies, data solutions and workforce innovations to address current healthcare challenges. Read more about the Care Economy CRC here.
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Grant Awarded for Statewide Sexual Health Study on Ethnic Minority Sexual Minority Men
Dr Horas Wong has successfully secured $12.7K as a co-investigator for the NSW Ethnic Minority Gay Men and Other Men Who Have Sex with Men Community Periodic Survey, for which he serves as the main collaborator. This is the largest behavioural epidemiological study in NSW on this topic, with previous rounds having informed state HIV and sexual health policies. Horas will work closely with researchers at UNSW Sydney to better understand the health needs of sexual minority men from Asian, Middle Eastern, Latin American, and other minority ethnic backgrounds.
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Honorary Fellowship Awarded to Professor Debra Jackson AO
We are delighted to share that Professor Debra Jackson AO has been awarded an Honorary Fellowship by the Royal College of Nursing (RCN) in recognition of her exceptional and sustained contribution to the science and the art of nursing. This prestigious honour was presented during the RCN Congress on International Nurses Day, held in Liverpool, UK.
The Honorary Fellowship is the highest award bestowed by the RCN, celebrating individuals who have made an outstanding and sustained impact on the profession. Debra Jackson’s leadership, research, and advocacy have significantly advanced nursing practice and improved health outcomes in Australia, the UK and internationally. Please join us in congratulating Professor Jackson on this well-deserved and remarkable achievement.
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Dr Horas Wong Receives Fellowship of the Higher Education Academy
We are pleased to share that Dr Horas Wong has been awarded Fellowship of the Higher Education Academy (FHEA), an internationally recognised credential granted to individuals who demonstrate a sustained commitment to professionalism in teaching and learning in higher education. This achievement reflects Horas’s thoughtful, evidence-informed approach to academic practice, underpinned by the UK Professional Standards Framework (UKPSF). It acknowledges his significant contributions to student learning, curriculum design, and inclusive teaching. Please join us in congratulating Horas on this achievement, which reinforces our shared commitment to excellence in higher education.
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| Associate Professor Mary Wyer Awarded Brocher Foundation Residency
We are excited to share that Associate Professor Mary Wyer has been awarded a 2026 residency at the Brocher Foundation in Geneva, Switzerland. The Brocher Residency offers a unique opportunity to collaborate with international researchers on the ethical, legal, and social implications of contemporary health and medical issues. Mary stayed at the Brocher Foundation in 2015 during her PhD (which focussed on patient involvement in IPC) where she collaborated not only with researchers at Brocher, but also at the WHO and with infectious diseases colleagues at hospitals in Geneva, Zurich and Utrecht. During her 2026 residency, Mary will be focusing on her research, which explores patient experiences of care in high-level isolation units. The time and space provided by the residency will allow her to write papers based on research she has conducted at the NSW Biocontainment Centre. It will also offer opportunities to engage with other scholars and clinicians working in high-level isolation units across Europe, and to collaborate on ideas that will inform both future research and practical implementation.
Mary is proud to represent the Susan Wakil School of Nursing and Midwifery, Sydney Infectious Diseases Institute, and the NSW Biocontainment Centre, Westmead, on this international platform.
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| Bamgboje-Ayodele A., Boscolo A., Newton N., Tariq A., Dao M., Shaw M., McPhail S., Baysari MT. (2025). Detection and management of clinical deterioration in a virtual hospital: A work system analysis. Applied Ergonomics. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.apergo.2025.104530
Barakat-Johnson M., Lai M., Graham J., Hallahan A., Coyer F. (2025). The ‘HAPI’ project five years on: Incidence and prevalence of hospital-acquired pressure injuries in one local health district in Australia. Journal of Tissue Viability, 34(1):100846. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jtv.2024.12.010
Baysari MT., Hilmer SN., Day RO., et al. (2025). Effectiveness of computerised alerts to reduce drug–drug interactions (DDIs) and DDI-related harm in hospitalised patients: a quasi-experimental controlled pre–post study. BMJ Quality & Safety. Published Online First: 11 May 2025. doi: 10.1136/bmjqs-2024-018243. https://qualitysafety.bmj.com/content/early/2025/05/11/bmjqs-2024-018243.full
Bond, C., Usher, K. and Jackson, D. (2025). The Centrality of Compassion in Mental Health Nursing. International Journal of Mental Health Nursing, 34(2): e70048. https://doi.org/10.1111/inm.70048
Burgess, C., Golledge, C., Smallwood, R., Clough, B & Harwood, V. (2025). Transforming Professional Practice: Learning from Country. Research Impact Report. SSSHARC Research Accelerator 2024. Sydney eScholarship Repository. https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/10.1177/10497323241268776
Cheng, H., John J., Scott J., Denney-Wilson E., Do L., Bhole S., Baur L., Arora A. (2025). Bottle feeding to sleep beyond 12 months is associated with higher risk of tooth decay and overweight in Australian children: Findings from the Healthy Smiles Healthy Kids cohort study. Australian and New Zealand Journal of Public Health, 49 (2), 100224. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.anzjph.2025.100224
Dharmayani, P. N. A., Todd, A. R., Dam, J., Chau, J. Y., Wardak, S., Champion, K. E., … Partridge, S. R. (2025). A rapid review of adolescent engagement in massive open online courses (MOOCS) in health and education: Content, engagement strategies and evaluation methods. Health Literacy and Communication Open, 3(1). https://doi.org/10.1080/28355245.2025.2489394
House ET., Kerr E., Taki S., Denney-Wilson E., Baur LA., Cheng H., Rossiter C., Vlahos S., Wen LM. (2025). A comparison of early childhood obesity prevention in Australian general practice and child and family health settings: A mixed methods study. Journal of Pediatric Nursing. 81, 97-107. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.pedn.2025.01.021
Hungerford C, Jackson D & Cleary M. (2025). Constructive resistance: Essential to optimise workplace quality, Journal of Advanced Nursing. https://doi.org/10.1111/jan.16918
Hungerford, C., Jackson, D., & Cleary, M. (2025). Navigating High-Stakes Interviews: Strategies for Mental Health Nurses in Competitive Job Markets. Issues in Mental Health Nursing, 1–3. https://doi.org/10.1080/01612840.2025.2489633
Jackson, D, Cleary, M. & Usher K. (2025). Australia’s Mental Health Landscape: Collaborating Across Professions to Advocate for Equitable and Well-Resourced Mental Health Care. International Journal of Mental Health Nursing. 34: e70041. https://doi.org/10.1111/inm.70041
Jackson, D., Aveyard, H., Brooke, J., Commodore-Mensah, Y., Noyes, J., Sharps, P., Smith, G.D., Timmins, F. and Yu, D. (2025). Supporting Nurses: Strengthening Well-Being to Secure Quality Care and Economic Growth. Journal of Advanced Nursing. https://doi.org/10.1111/jan.16920
Janssen, H., Owen, S., Thompson, A., Newberry-Dupe, J., Ciccone, N., Smallwood, R., ... & Yarning up After Stroke Collaborative Group. (2025). Creating “a Safe Place to Go”: Yarning With Health Workers About Stroke Recovery Care for Aboriginal Stroke Survivors—A Qualitative Study. Qualitative Health Research, 35(3), 366-378. https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/10.1177/10497323241268776
Jaradat, O., Drury, P., Rihari-Thomas, J., Frost, S. (2025). Non-invasive monitoring strategies for atrial fibrillation detection in adult cardiac surgery patients after hospital discharge: A scoping review. Heart and Lung: The Journal of Cardiopulmonary and Acute Care, 73, 9-18. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.hrtlng.2025.04.023
Jayawardena TD., Baysari MT., Bamgboje-Ayodele A. (2025). Interface design features of clinical decision support systems for real-time detection of deterioration: A scoping review. International Journal of Medical Informatics. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ijmedinf.2025.105946
Millar, H., Tzivakis, D., Rangan, A., & Roy, R. (2025). Dietary Transitions and Sustainability Among Asian International Tertiary Education Students in Western Countries: A Scoping Review. Sustainability, 17(6), 2505. https://doi.org/10.3390/su17062505
Newton N., Bamgboje-Ayodele A., Forsyth R., Bruce L., McPhail SM., Shaw T., Naicker S., Tariq A., Baysari MT. (2025). Opportunities and challenges associated with the pilot implementation of clinical decision support systems in a rural hospital: A qualitative study. Applied Clinical Informatics. DOI: 10.1055/a-2581-6236
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Samad, S., Irving, S., Prankumar, S. K., Wong, H., Noor, M. N., & Saliba, B. (2025). Analysing the Health of Queer Muslims Through the 4M Framework: A Scoping Literature Review. Sexuality & Culture, 1-25. https://doi.org/10.1007/s12119-025-10342-3
Watson, A., and Jackson, D. (2025), The Art of Analysis: Crafting Credible and Authentic Qualitative Results. Journal of Advanced Nursing. https://doi.org/10.1111/jan.17032
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Help people impacted by dementia to have their voices heard – Australia’s first national Living with Dementia survey is open now
The Australian Institute of Health and Welfare, together with the University of Canberra, are looking for people to share their experiences and take part in Australia’s first national Living with Dementia survey. Opening on the 19 May 2025 and running until November 2025, results of the survey will help to prioritise work under the National Dementia Action Plan, through informing and developing policies for improving dementia attitudes, diagnosis, care and support. StepUp for Dementia Research, a University of Sydney initiative, is supporting recruitment to the survey and aims to recruit around 4,000 people either living with dementia or caring for someone who does.
To take part, interested volunteers can register for an account and if eligible, will receive further information from the survey team. We encourage networks and individuals to spread the word about StepUp for Dementia Research and the survey, so that individuals impacted by dementia can help shape the way care and support are provided. Register today and give hope tomorrow.
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To take part, interested volunteers can register for an account, and if eligible, will receive further information from the survey team. We encourage networks and individuals to spread the word about StepUp for Dementia Research and the survey, so that individuals impacted by dementia can help shape the way care and support are provided. Register today and give hope tomorrow.
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Friends of Nutrition Morning Tea – Dietitians Week 2025
As part of Dietitians Week 2025, the NSW Branch of Dietitians Australia and the Sydney Nursing School People and Culture Subcommittee will host a Friends of Nutrition Morning Tea at the University of Sydney on Monday 16 June, 10:00–11:30am. The event will bring together dietitians, students, academics, and supporters from nursing, public health, and allied health to connect and celebrate the contributions of the nutrition community. Held in the Event Space 416, Susan Wakil Health Building, the morning tea will include catering, brief remarks, and a relaxed environment for networking and conversation. All staff and students are welcome. Register for this event below.
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PCP-ICoP Online International Symposium, November 2025
Save the date for the second annual Person-centred Practice Symposium, which will be held on Thursday 6 November 2025. Further details about abstract submissions coming soon. A link to the Symposium flyer and more information about the Person-centred Practice International Community of Practice (PCP-ICoP) can be found here. Please share with your networks.
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