Anthea Fagan

Anthea Fagan is a Senior Lecturer in Nursing at the School of Health, Faculty of Medicine and Health, University of New England (UNE), Australia. With over 20 years of experience in pre-registration nursing education, she plays a key role in clinical education and student placement coordination. She is also an active researcher focusing on patient safety, clinical simulation, interprofessional learning, and healthcare quality.

• PhD in Nursing Education
• Master of Nursing (Education)
• Graduate Diploma in Neuroscience Nursing
• Bachelor of Nursing
• Registered Nurse (RN)

Anthea's research centers on nursing students' experiences in clinical settings, particularly their ability to speak up for patient safety. She is passionate about innovative teaching methods, especially clinical simulation and interprofessional education. Her work emphasizes curriculum design, experiential learning, and creating supportive environments for diverse learners in healthcare.

Her publication record reflects a strong focus on qualitative research in nursing education, with recurring themes in patient safety, clinical confidence, simulation fidelity, and feedback mechanisms. Her studies often explore the emotional and ethical dimensions of clinical training, contributing to improved educational practices and student wellbeing.

• Advanced Instructor Simulation training, Centre for Medical Simulation, Boston
• Focus on interprofessional and experiential learning
• Active contributor to nursing curriculum development

Anthea supervises nursing students and contributes to academic leadership as Clinical Coordinator Academic, overseeing clinical placements. While specific grants are not listed, her research program suggests involvement in education-focused projects related to safety and simulation. She is committed to advancing nursing education through evidence-based practices and innovative pedagogy.

Anthea is associated with clinical simulation laboratories and educational teams at UNE, particularly within the School of Health. She collaborates with interdisciplinary faculty to develop and deliver simulation-based learning experiences that prepare students for real-world healthcare challenges.