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Samantha Dix is a Senior Lecturer and Director of Simulation at Monash University’s School of Nursing and Midwifery. She holds a Doctorate by Research from the same institution, alongside qualifications including a Master of Nursing (Emergency Care) from La Trobe University and a Diploma of Applied Science (Nursing) from Monash University. Her expertise focuses on simulation-based education (SBE) to bridge knowledge and clinical practice gaps in healthcare education.
Dr. Dix’s research emphasizes leveraging SBE to enhance healthcare professionals’ skills, particularly through interprofessional collaboration and consumer co-design. Her work aligns with UN Sustainable Development Goal 4 (Quality Education), aiming to improve patient care through innovative educational strategies. Notable projects include addressing cognitive bias in healthcare and advancing infection control training in aged care settings.
- Education:
- Doctorate by Research, School of Nursing and Midwifery, Monash University (2023)
- Master of Nursing (Emergency Care), La Trobe University (2010)
- Bachelor of Nursing (Post-registration), Queensland University of Technology (1996)
- Diploma of Applied Science (Nursing), Monash University (1990)
Her awards include the Best full paper nomination (2024) and multiple MNM Writing Retreat recognitions (2019, 2022). She has led and contributed to research projects funded by grants, focusing on nurse standards, infection control, and SBE methodologies. Dr. Dix actively supervises non-HDR research projects, including studies on virtual simulation and novice nurse transition support.
Collaborations with interdisciplinary teams and consumers underscore her commitment to translating research into practical educational tools. Her lab and team efforts integrate multimodal analytics and AI-driven systems to enhance team-based learning and reflective practices in healthcare simulations.
