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Dr. Hugh Davies
Dr. Hugh Davies holds the position of Senior Lecturer and Director of Simulation Learning within the School of Nursing and Midwifery at Edith Cowan University (ECU). His roles encompass teaching, research, and administrative duties, including unit coordination and curriculum development. He is actively involved in clinical practice with over 25 years of experience in critical care nursing, specializing in areas such as mechanical ventilation, acute kidney injury management, and patient care in trauma and post-transplant settings.
Education
- Doctor of Philosophy (Curtin University, 2012)
- Graduate Certificates in Clinical Simulation (Monash University, 2024) and Academic Practice (ECU, 2022)
- Master of Health Management (University of New England, 2000)
- Bachelor of Nursing (University of New England, 1997)
Research Interests
Dr. Davies’ research focuses on critical care nursing, acute kidney injury, and the application of clinical simulation to enhance nursing education and practice readiness. His work emphasizes improving patient outcomes through evidence-based practices and interprofessional collaboration. Recent studies include evaluating simulation-based learning’s impact on student preparedness and exploring blood sampling techniques’ effects on patient safety.
Awards and Recognition
- 2017: Life Membership from the Australian College of Critical Care Nurses
- 2018: Gavin Leslie Best Nursing Paper Award
Grants and Projects
He has secured grants such as the WA Nurses Memorial Charitable Trust funding for studies on blood sampling and hemolysis rates (2018–2020) and the Department of Health WA grant for the WISER study (2021–2022). His research also addresses clinical deterioration monitoring and fluid management strategies in critical care settings.
Professional Contributions
Dr. Davies serves on the Editorial Board of Australian Critical Care and actively contributes to professional organizations like the Australian Nursing and Midwifery Federation (WA Branch). His leadership in simulation-based education and critical care standards development further highlights his commitment to advancing nursing practice.
