Janice Mooney

Dr. Janice Mooney is a Part-Time Lecturer in Nursing at Staffordshire University, affiliated with the Health, Education, Policing and Sciences school. With over 20 years of experience in post-registration and postgraduate education, she has led the Master’s in Advanced Clinical Practice program for two years. Her expertise spans advanced clinical practice, rheumatology, and patient education, particularly focusing on rare rheumatic conditions like ANCA-associated vasculitis. She holds a PhD, MSc, BSc (Hons), PGDHE, DMS, and RGN qualifications.

Research interests include patient education strategies, rheumatology, and guideline validation. She teaches modules such as Clinical Reasoning and Decision Making and Advanced Health Assessment. Her publications emphasize patient and carer perspectives in rare diseases, including studies on informational needs and guideline validation. While institutional accolades like the 2023 Whatuni Student Choice Awards highlight her university’s achievements, her personal contributions focus on advancing clinical practice and patient-centered care.

Mooney’s work bridges clinical education and patient advocacy, with a commitment to improving health literacy and outcomes for those with complex conditions. Her research underscores the importance of tailored educational interventions and caregiver support in managing chronic illnesses.