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Sinéad Creedon is a Lecturer in the School of Public Health at University College Cork (UCC) and a part-time PhD scholar. Her academic role includes coordinating the PG Certificate in Infection Prevention & Control and teaching modules on public health, infection control leadership, and pandemic management. She holds a Master's in Applied Psychology (Positive & Coaching) and a law degree, with over 30 years of healthcare experience in infection control, nursing, and quality patient safety.
- Education: MSc Applied Psychology (UCC, 2023), MA in Law (2000), Registered General Nurse (1994)
- Research Focus: Burnout in healthcare workers, IPC leadership, pandemic preparedness, and AI in infection control
- Awards: Best Oral Presentation Award 2023, HSE Vaccination Award 2021
- Grants: €10,880 for Safe Patient Care Conference (2023), €4,950 for IPC Program Evaluation (2024)
Her research explores psychological support for healthcare workers during crises, with recent publications addressing burnout and frontline resilience. She actively participates in committees like the Health, Safety & Wellbeing Committee and Q Community (Health Foundation). Professional affiliations include APIC, Infection Prevention Society, and the One Health Centre.
Teaching includes undergraduate and postgraduate public health courses, with student feedback emphasizing her accessibility and constructive guidance.
