About
Paula Byrne is a Clinical Skills Educator at the School of Medicine, University of Leeds, Faculty of Medicine and Health. She plays a key role in teaching and assessing clinical competencies across undergraduate healthcare programs, including medical, dental, and allied health students. Her responsibilities span from foundational skills like hand hygiene and vital signs to advanced procedures such as ECG, ABG, and examination techniques in later years. She also leads workshops preparing final-year students for clinical practice and facilitates the RRAPID program for recognizing acute patient deterioration.
Her educational background includes a BSc (Hons) in Healthcare Studies, a Postgraduate Certificate in Medical Education, and a Postgraduate Certificate in Research. She is also qualified with ENB 237 in Adult Oncology and is a registered member of the Nursing and Midwifery Council.
Her research and teaching interests are centered on Medical Education, Clinical Skills Development, Oncology Nursing, and Patient Safety. With extensive clinical experience in gastrointestinal oncology and renal care, she brings real-world expertise into her educational role. She supports the Physician Associate programme and acts as an educational supervisor for intercalating students in Medical Education, as well as a personal tutor for first-year medical students.
Paula Byrne is affiliated with the Leeds Institute of Medical Education, where she contributes to curriculum development and pedagogical innovation in healthcare training. Her work emphasizes interprofessional learning, simulation-based education, and holistic patient-centered care.
Professional Memberships:
- Nursing and Midwifery Council
She has no listed scientific awards or publications in the provided text. Her career trajectory reflects a strong commitment to clinical education, transitioning from a 15-year clinical career in oncology nursing at St James’s and Cookridge Hospitals to a dedicated educator role at Sue Ryder – Wheatfields Hospice before joining the University of Leeds in 2014.
