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Sinead Creedon is a Lecturer and PhD scholar in the School of Public Health at University College Cork (UCC), specializing in Infection Prevention & Control (IPC). She holds a law degree, a Masters in Applied Psychology (Coaching Psychology), and a Postgraduate Certificate in Teaching & Learning. Her roles include Programme Director for the PG Certificate in IPC and Academic Coordinator for related modules.
Education highlights include an LLB Honours in Law (2000), a Postgraduate Higher Certificate in Advanced Practice (IPC) (2014), and a MA in Applied Psychology (2023). She has extensive clinical experience in IPC leadership, infectious diseases, and quality patient safety, including roles as an IPC Clinical Nurse Specialist during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Research focuses on IPC leadership, burnout among healthcare workers, pandemic preparedness, and AI integration in IPC. She has secured grants totaling €15,830 for initiatives like the Safe Patient Care conference and competency evaluations. Awards include the 2023 Best Oral Presentation Award and recognition for peer vaccination programs.
Teaching interests span IPC practices, outbreak management, AMR, and psychological support for frontline workers. She advises four postgraduate students and actively contributes to committees like Athena Swan and the Health, Safety & Wellbeing Committee.
