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Overview
Clifford Connell is an Associate Professor at Monash University's School of Nursing and Midwifery. He holds roles as Deputy Director of Graduate Research and Course Coordinator for the Bachelor of Nursing (Honours) program. His research focuses on patient safety, emergency care, and evidence-based education, with a particular emphasis on deteriorating patient outcomes, resuscitation teamwork, and rapid response systems.
Education
- Doctor of Philosophy (Emergency Nursing) from Monash University (2013–2019)
Research Interests
Dr. Connell's work addresses critical issues in emergency care, including:
- Teamwork and Resuscitation: Enhancing non-technical skills and interprofessional collaboration in emergency settings.
- Patient Safety: Improving vital signs monitoring protocols and reducing healthcare-associated risks.
- Evidence-Based Education: Developing effective simulation-based training and digital learning tools for nurses.
Key Contributions
Recent articles highlight his work in:
- Preventing hazardous drug exposure among healthcare workers
- Optimizing vital signs monitoring in emergency departments
- Reducing infections in neurosurgical patients
Awards
Recipient of prestigious awards including the Dean's Award for Excellence in Education (2024) and Monash Vice-Chancellor's Education Excellence Award (2024) for innovative teaching.
Advisory Roles
Active in professional committees such as the College of Emergency Nursing Australasia (CENA) and the Australian Resuscitation Council.
Labs & Collaborations
Conducts research through the Monash Emergency Research Collaborative (MERC), focusing on AI-driven resuscitation debriefing and clinical decision support systems.
