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Biography

Elisabeth Jacob is an experienced clinical nurse, educationalist and researcher. Her strong clinical links provide essential networks for her research areas of evidence based practice, nurse education and health workforce. She has been responsible for the leadership of curriculum design, development and delivery for large programs across multiple campuses. Elisabeth's PhD investigated nursing scope of practice. She has experience in joint research, education and clinical appointments and has successfully co-designed interventions and evaluations with government and non-government partners. Elisabeth's research has made a significant contribution to the body of literature around nursing education, transition to practice and nursing workforce roles and responsibilities. Her research is heavily applied, and she has an impressive publication record with a number of high quality papers, book chapters and reports. Current projects include investigating the evidence base for the collection of blood samples through peripheral intravenous cannulas, simulation in health education and evaluation of the development of critical thinking skills in nursing students.