Jolly Mathews Philip
Master of Clinical Nursing (Neonatology) with Distinction; Postgraduate Diploma in Neonatal Nursing; Postgraduate Certificate in Health Science (Clinical Teaching); Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Lead Nursing Lecturer – Nursing, IHM Perth
Level 4, 12 St. Georges Terrace, Perth, WA 6000
BIO
Jolly Mathews Philip is a Registered Nurse (Registration No: NMW0001640628) with the Nurses and Midwives Board of Western Australia, bringing 30 years of extensive expertise across acute clinical care, critical nursing, and nursing education. His career has been defined by a commitment to excellence in patient care, academic instruction, and the advancement of nursing practice through evidence-based education.
With nearly three decades of experience in acute and critical care nursing, Jolly brings extensive expertise in clinical oversight, staff coordination, and strategic process implementation. His career spans diverse healthcare settings across India, the Middle East, New Zealand, and Australia, where he has consistently contributed to advancing patient care standards and supporting nursing workforce development. In addition to his clinical expertise, he has a strong background in clinical teaching and academic lecturing, having facilitated simulation-based learning, delivered postgraduate lectures, and mentored nursing students and graduates across multiple programs.
Currently serving as a Lead Nursing Lecturer at the Institute of Health and Management, Perth, Jolly is involved in campus academic and operational initiatives, curriculum innovation for Bachelor of Nursing, Graduate Certificate in Advanced Nursing, and Master of Nursing programs. He delivers undergraduate and postgraduate teaching, integrates evidence-informed content and interactive pedagogies, supervises student research projects, develops simulation-based learning activities, and contributes to academic governance and quality assurance. His research interests lie in bridging the gap between research and practice, ensuring that nursing education is informed by robust evidence, thereby enhancing the quality of care and professional standards within the discipline.
ACADEMIC POSITIONS
| Position | Institution / Setting | Period |
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| Lead Nursing Lecturer | Institute of Health & Management (IHM), Perth | Full-time 2025 – Present |
| Lead Nursing Lecturer | Institute of Health & Management (IHM), Perth | Casual 2021 |
| Staff Development Nurse | Child and Adolescent Health Service (CAHS) – Neonatal Directorate, Perth | 2016 – 2025 |
| Clinical Nurse | King Edward Memorial Hospital (KEMH), Neonatal Directorate, Perth | 2012 – 2019 |
| Clinical Nurse Facilitator | Murdoch University, Perth | 2015 – 2018 |
| Casual Academic Staff | Curtin University, Perth | 2015 – 2016 |
| Senior Staff & Research Nurse | Middlemore Hospital, Auckland, NZ | 2006 – 2012 |
| Registered Nurse – Cardio-Thoracic ICU | Auckland City Hospital, NZ | Previous Role |
| Senior Staff Nurse – ICU | Sultan Qaboos University Hospital, Oman | Previous Role |
| Nursing Lecturer | Bombay Nurses Training Institute, India | 1996 – 1999 |
| Staff Nurse – Cardiac ICU | Cumballa Hill Hospital, India | Previous Role |
QUALIFICATIONS
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Doctor of Nursing Program – WithdrawnUniversity of Notre Dame Australia, Western Australia (WA), Perth — 2024–2025
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Master of Clinical Nursing (Neonatology) with DistinctionCurtin University, Western Australia, Perth — 2017
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Postgraduate Diploma in Neonatal NursingMassey University, New Zealand — 2011
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Postgraduate Certificate in Health Science (Clinical Teaching & Education Practicum)University of Auckland, New Zealand — 2010
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Bachelor of Science in Nursing – First-Class HonoursS.N.D.T University, Mumbai, India — 1995
FIELDS OF RESEARCH
Jolly Mathews Philip’s research and professional interests centre on advancing nursing education, evidence-based practice, and professional development in critical care and neonatal nursing through innovative pedagogy and scholarly activity.
Critical Care Nursing (ICU/CVICU/CCU/PICU/NICU) Neonatal Nursing and Care Nursing Education Acute and Critical CareCritical Care Nursing – Extensive expertise in intensive care unit nursing across multiple specialties including cardiovascular ICU, general ICU, paediatric ICU, and neonatal ICU, with focus on advanced clinical skills, patient management, and evidence-informed practice.
Neonatal Nursing and Healthcare-Associated Infections – Specialised knowledge in neonatal care with particular focus on infection prevention and control. Master’s research examined neonatal nurses’ knowledge of healthcare-associated infections in Level 2 Intermediate Care Units.
Nursing Education and Simulation-Based Pedagogy – Expertise in designing and delivering simulation-based learning experiences, curriculum innovation, and interactive teaching methodologies for both undergraduate and postgraduate nursing students.
Emotional Intelligence and Resilience in Nursing Students – Research interest in exploring the relationship between emotional intelligence and resilience among undergraduate nursing students undertaking clinical practice, contributing to understanding of student wellbeing and professional development.
Jolly’s work reflects a strong commitment to bridging clinical excellence with nursing education, advancing evidence-informed practice through robust research, and supporting the development of compassionate, competent nursing professionals.
AVAILABILITY FOR SUPERVISION
Available for supervision of undergraduate and postgraduate nursing students, research projects, and clinical teaching mentorship in critical care, neonatal nursing, and nursing education.