Laura Hynes

Laura Hynes is a Lecturer in the School of Nursing & Midwifery at the University of Notre Dame Australia, Fremantle Campus, where she has been contributing since 2019. She maintains active clinical practice as a Registered Nurse in a tertiary Adult Intensive Care Unit, enriching her teaching with real-world experience. Her roles have included staff development and education, particularly during the upskilling initiatives before and during the global COVID-19 pandemic.

Research Interests: Laura's research focuses on critical issues in the nursing and midwifery workforce, including retention strategies, job satisfaction, work-life balance, and the impact of leadership on team performance. She is particularly passionate about end-of-life care (EOLC) in intensive care settings and identifying systemic and cultural barriers to its delivery. Her expertise lies in mixed-methods research methodologies applied to healthcare systems and professional wellbeing.

Publication Trends: Her scholarly work centers on improving nursing practice through evidence-based inquiry, especially in critical care and workforce sustainability. The published article reflects a strong emphasis on understanding clinician perspectives to enhance patient-centered care in high-acuity environments.

• Scientific Awards:
• The Office of the Chief Nurse Florence Nightingale Award for Best Short Research Presentation Runner Up, 2020
• The University of Notre Dame Australia: School of Nursing and Midwifery Alumnus of the Year Award, 2019
• President’s Award Runner Up for Excellence in Critical Care Nursing, 2016

Advising and Grants: Laura actively supervises Higher Degree by Research (HDR) students in Nursing and Midwifery, supporting the next generation of nurse researchers. While specific grants are not listed, her research focus suggests involvement in projects related to healthcare workforce resilience, leadership, and end-of-life care improvement. Her clinical-academic dual role enables her to bridge theory and practice effectively.

Professional Engagement: She is an active member of key professional organizations including the Australian College of Critical Care Nurses, Western Australia Simulation in Healthcare Alliance, Australian College of Nurses, Australian Nursing Federation, and the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency, reflecting her commitment to professional development and advocacy.