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Nicole Mahara is a Lecturer in Nursing at Charles Sturt University, employed in a full-time teaching and research role since 2021. Previously, she served as Director of Care Services at a large regional aged care facility and as a sessional marker for the School of Nursing from 2016–2021. Her expertise spans aged care, leadership, burnout, and First Nations health. She holds multiple qualifications, including a Master of Gerontology, MBA (HRM), and Graduate Certificates in Teaching and Learning and Gerontology.
Education:
- Master of Gerontology, Charles Sturt University (2005–2010)
- MBA (Human Resource Management), Charles Sturt University (2013–2018)
- Graduate Certificate in Teaching and Learning, Charles Sturt University (2022–2023)
- Certificates in Leadership, Management, and Training (2011–2012)
Research: Nicole focuses on aged care management, leadership, burnout, and cultural safety for First Nations peoples. Her work aligns with UN Sustainable Development Goals, particularly education and health. She has published on topics like rural workforce strategies, student success, and cultural safety frameworks.
Teaching: Nicole has convened and taught subjects including Nursing Workplace Learning, Health Management Leadership, and Professional Practice. She emphasizes student support and pedagogical innovation.
Awards & Grants:
- Fellow of the Australian College of Nursing (FACN)
- Recipient of grants for rural workforce development (2023) and vaccination innovation in aged care (2025)
Professional Engagement: Nicole chairs the ACN Brisbane Region Leadership Team and serves on Standards Australia’s Ageing Societies committee. She is also a member of the Australian Association of Gerontology and CATSINaM.
Labs/Teams: Active member of the Grounded Theory Research Group and Ageing Well Research Group.
