About The Researcher

My name is Jessie, and I’m a PhD Candidate in Nursing Research at the University of Technology Sydney.

My doctoral research explores the workplace experiences of neurodivergent nurses in the Australian public healthcare system.

Who Am I?

I’m a neurodivergent nurse – and that’s a big part of why I chose this topic. I’m also a volunteer, an educator, and I have two very spoilt cats.

Charlie (left) and Bella (right)

My Research Philosophy

Neurodivergent people should be leading and shaping the research that affects their lives. I am committed to inclusive, strengths-based research that values lived experience as knowledge.

Why This Research Matters

Neurodivergent nurses bring unique skills and perspectives to the profession, and inclusive workplaces improve outcomes for staff, patients, and healthcare organisations.

‘Nothing about us, without us’

Professional Affiliations

I stay connected with professional, research, and advocacy organisations to keep my work grounded in current practice, policy, and community perspectives.

Some of my memberships and networks include:

  • Australian College of Nursing (ACN) – Member since 2025
  • Autistic Self Advocacy Network (ASAN), Australia and New Zealand – Member since 2024
  • BEING – Mental Health Consumers – Member and mental health consumer advocate since 2024
  • Mental Health Australia – Supporter and consumer advocate since 2025
  • National Tertiary Education Union – Member since 2025
  • NSW Nurses and Midwives Association (NSWNMA) – Member since 2017
  • St John Ambulance NSW – Volunteer and clinical educator since 2021
  • UTS Community – Alumni (2024 Masters graduate) and current PhD Candidate
  • Women With Disabilities Australia (WWDA) – Member since 2025