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Kim Eaton is a Senior Lecturer in Adult Nursing at the University of Wolverhampton, working within the Faculty of Education, Health & Wellbeing. She serves as a Practice Education Lead Link for Wolverhampton Health Economy, connecting academic instruction with clinical practice settings across the healthcare system.
Her educational background includes an MSc in Health Studies from the University of Wolverhampton (completed September 2013), with a research focus on the transition of Year 1 student nurses from academic environments to clinical practice. Additional qualifications include a PGCE, RN DipHE in both Adult and Child Fields, and professional registration as both an Adult and Child Registered Nurse.
Dr. Eaton's research interests center on nursing education, particularly the transition of student nurses into clinical practice. Her work emphasizes preparing nursing students to meet the 'fit for purpose, fit for practice' agenda required for 21st century healthcare provision, with attention to technological advancements and workforce diversity. She has expertise in both acute adult and pediatric clinical settings across various healthcare environments.
Her recent scholarly work focuses on mentorship evaluation in nursing education, examining the role and effectiveness of sign-off mentors in clinical practice settings. This research contributes to understanding how clinical mentorship impacts student nurse development and readiness for professional practice.
- Higher Education Academy UKPSF Mapping Professional Accreditation
As a Senior Lecturer in Adult Nursing, Dr. Eaton plays a crucial role in supporting and educating pre-registration student nurses. Her work focuses on ensuring students are prepared for the challenges, diversity, and technological demands of modern nursing practice, with emphasis on post-registration employability and workforce development for future healthcare needs.
Dr. Eaton serves as Practice Education Lead Link for Wolverhampton Health Economy, working closely with healthcare providers to ensure quality practice education experiences for nursing students across clinical settings.
