ADHA appoints chief clinical advisor for nursing
Karen Booth joins the government agency with a background in primary and preventative care.
The Australian Digital Health Agency has appointed Karen Booth as its inaugural chief clinical advisor for nursing.
An experienced nurse, Ms Booth joins the government body with a background in primary care, preventative care, clinical governance and leadership.
“Ms Booth is an influential leader who has been advocating for the role of nurses in digital health for many years,” ADHA chief executive officer Amanda Cattermole said.
“She has been a key contributor to the advancement of digital health in the nursing profession and played a pivotal role in the future of the Australian healthcare system as a member of the Strengthening Medicare Taskforce.”
She added: “I am thrilled to welcome her to the agency and look forward to her guidance and advice on how to better support the nursing workforce in the adoption and use of digital solutions.”
Ms Booth’s appointment follows that of Dr Amandeep Hansra who recently joined the agency as chief clinical advisor for medicine.
Ms Booth said she was honoured to join the ADHA and work alongside Dr Hansra and other clinical leaders to ensure that nurses’ perspectives are included in the agency’s policies and initiatives.
“I have always been dedicated to enhancing health outcomes for Australians, especially in primary care and preventative care settings,” Ms Booth said. “Nurses play a critical role in providing safe, high-quality, person-centred care, and I know firsthand that digital health technologies and capabilities can improve their abilities, knowledge and practice.”
Ms Booth – who will sit on the agency’s senior executive committee – commences her new role on 30 September.
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