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Frank Donnelly serves as Dean and Head of School of Nursing at Murdoch University and holds an Adjunct Professor position at The University of Adelaide.
His academic credentials include:
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing, University of South Australia (1992-1994)
- Graduate Diploma in Intensive Care Nursing, University of Adelaide (1997-1998)
- Master of Science in Nursing, The University of Adelaide (2002-2004)
- Diploma in Management, Proteus Leadership (2012)
- PhD in Nursing, The University of Adelaide (2008-2014)
Professor Donnelly specializes in nursing education with emphasis on clinical placement experiences, curriculum design, and pedagogical innovation. His research bridges clinical nursing practice—particularly in intensive care—and educational theory, focusing on knowledge translation through experiential learning. His doctoral work examined tracheostomy care experiences to advance clinical education frameworks.
He has received multiple teaching accolades recognizing his leadership in educational enhancement:
- Stephen Cole the Elder Award for Excellence in leadership, support and enhancement of teaching practice (University of Adelaide, 2019)
- Senior Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (UK, 2019)
- Executive Deans Teaching Award (University of Adelaide, 2018)
- Lecturer of the Year (University of Adelaide, 2008)
Transitioning from 15+ years of clinical practice in neurosurgical and intensive care nursing at Royal Adelaide Hospital, Professor Donnelly developed expertise in clinical education systems. His current work focuses on strategic leadership in nursing academia, faculty development, and evidence-based curriculum modernization across undergraduate and postgraduate programs.
