Nicole Walker

Nicole Walker is a researcher at the School of Psychology, University of Queensland, focusing on residential aged care (RAC), gerontology, and work integrated learning (WIL) for health disciplines. Her work explores attitudes toward aging, RAC workforce dynamics, and interventions to improve community engagement in aged care settings.

Her research spans:

• Stigma and workforce challenges in aged care
• Co-design protocols for healthcare tools (e.g., M-OHAT)
• Psychosocial factors influencing RAC utilization

Her publications highlight interdisciplinary collaborations across psychology, healthcare, and sustainability. She has also contributed to educational interventions like the Good Neighbour Program for social support in RAC.