Dr Julie Reis
Honorary Senior Lecturer
School of Nursing and Midwifery
- Email:julie.reis@newcastle.edu.au
- Phone:0249212096
Career Summary
Biography
Julie graduated with her Bachelor of Nursing Degree at LaTrobe University, Wodonga Campus in 1996. She then gained a first class Honours in Nursing in 1999 from La Trobe University, Wodonga Campus. Julie subsequently completed her PhD in Rural Sociology at Central Queensland University, Rockhampton Campus in 2008.
Julie’s professional career includes experience in the health and tertiary education sectors as a clinician, clinical facilitator, and academic. She has been an Elected Member of Local Government (District Council of Grant, South Australia) with interests and portfolios relating to Health, Education and Training, and Community Development. Julie is a Senior Fellow with the Higher Education Academy in the U.K. Her key research interest is related to the social significance of food for older people and cultural groups. In addition Julie has research interests in mental health and wellbeing and nursing education in rural and regional communities.
Qualifications
- Doctor of Philosophy, Central Queensland University
- Bachelor of Nursing (Hons), La Trobe University
Keywords
- Food and Nutrition
- Nursing
- Older People
- Primary Health Care
- Rural and Regional Health
- Wellbeing
Fields of Research
| Code | Description | Percentage |
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| 420599 | Nursing not elsewhere classified | 50 |
| 390110 | Medicine, nursing and health curriculum and pedagogy | 10 |
| 420503 | Community and primary care | 25 |
| 420504 | Mental health nursing | 15 |
Professional Experience
Academic appointment
| Dates | Title | Organisation / Department |
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| 2/1/2023 - | Head: Undergraduate | University of Newcastle School of Nursing and Midwifery |
| 7/3/2022 - 31/12/2022 | Head: Teaching and Learning | University of Newcastle School of Nursing and MIdwifery Australia |
| 1/1/2020 - 30/7/2021 | Associate Head of School: Teaching and Learning | Charles Sturt University School of Nursing, Midwifery and Indigenous Health Australia |
| 25/11/2019 - 16/1/2022 | Senior Lecturer | Charles Sturt University School of Nursing and Midwifery |
| 1/1/2018 - 4/11/2019 | Program Director Bachelor of Community Health | The University of South Australia Australia |
| 1/4/2013 - 5/1/2015 | Head: Nursing and Rural Health | The University of South Australia Nursing and Rural Health, Centre for regional Engagement Australia |
| 2/1/2006 - 4/11/2019 | Lecturer | The University of South Australia Nursing and MIdwifery Australia |
Professional appointment
| Dates | Title | Organisation / Department |
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| 1/11/2010 - 30/9/2019 | Elected Member | District Council of Grant Australia |
Publications
For publications that are currently unpublished or in-press, details are shown in italics.
Book (1 outputs)
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| 2022 |
, 'Clinical Leadership in Nursing and Healthcare' (2022)
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Chapter (4 outputs)
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| 2022 |
Reis J, Blanchard D, 'Gender, Generational Groups and Leadership', 357-383 (2022)
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| 2022 |
Reis J, Blanchard D, 'Gender, generational groups and leadership', 357-383 (2022)
This chapter addresses the issues of gender and its relationship to leadership for health professionals and how different generational groups may or may not influence l... [more] This chapter addresses the issues of gender and its relationship to leadership for health professionals and how different generational groups may or may not influence leadership. It considers the potential causes of gender differences and the barriers women may face in reaching their leadership potential, offering recommendations to help women overcome the challenges. The chapter focuses on the issue of generational differences and considers whether such differences affect how health service leaders lead or manage. Gender inequality remains evident in leadership roles worldwide. There is considerable agreement that women face more barriers to becoming leaders and more pressure from their roles than men do, especially for leadership roles in male-dominated professions or industries. Women are becoming more prominent in senior leadership and middle management positions in a range of organisations. COVID-19 will also impact upon their formative years through home education and disruptions to face-to-face personal connections.
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| 2019 |
Reis J, Nagy J, 'Food, Nutrition and Older People Living in Rural Communities', 147-160 (2019)
As is the case with many western countries, the Australian population is becoming increasingly aged, with research indicating this situation as being more pronounced in... [more] As is the case with many western countries, the Australian population is becoming increasingly aged, with research indicating this situation as being more pronounced in rural areas. In rural communities, older people have been identified as being at a higher nutritional risk than their city counterparts. Nutrition is affected by physiological, psychological, socioeconomic and social factors. For older rural people, socioeconomic disadvantages are exacerbated not only due to factors associated with ageing, but also due to 'determinants of health' such as disengagement from the workforce, reduced income, lack of transport, and more limited access to services such as health and aged care services. In addition, changes in family and community relationships (for example loss of a spouse, children leaving to work in cities and retirement) impact upon the ability of individuals to cope with day to day tasks. These issues contribute to the context for considering how socialisation around food consumption and preparation impact well-being for rural older adults. Whilst literature recognises the importance of social factors in the nutrition of older people, particularly in aged-care facilities, there has been little focus on the social context of food on the nutritional status and general wellbeing of older people in rural communities. This chapter will discuss preliminary findings from research that explores the food habits of older people living in rural and regional areas of Australia. Participants in the study reside in retirement villages in the regional township of Mount Gambier where residents make their own choices about food preparation and consumption.
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Conference (3 outputs)
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| 2025 |
Stubbs M, Porteous B, Reis J, Johnson A, Kelly M, Vandy C, Olaisen J-A, Makaza M, Mollart L, Koizumi N, Volegoff K, Martin J, Crowfoot G, 'Experiences of nurse preceptors in a continuity-aligned dedicated education unit' (2025)
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| 2011 | Reis J, Klotz J, 'The road to loss of academic integrity is littered with SET: A hypothetical dilemma', The road to loss of academic integrity is littered with SET: A hypothetical dilemma, 110-120 (2011) | ||||
| 2005 | Reis J, Klotz J, 'Exploring Computer Technology Usage amongst Remote Area Nurses in Australia: A Preliminary Analysis', Exploring Computer Technology Usage amongst Remote Area Nurses in Australia: A Preliminary Analysis, 54-59 (2005) |
Journal article (14 outputs)
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| 2026 |
Kata E, Reddy S, Nisha R, Reis J, Kant K, Stubbs M, Conikeli A, Kateni A, Yavita L, Raiwalui L, Sivo L, Ravai MD, Kamunaga M, Ali N, Naaz NS, Sami R, Chandra R, Mala S, Tavaita S, Takayawa V, Drugu V, Fernandez R, 'Absenteeism among undergraduate nursing students: a scoping review', Nurse Education Today, 160 (2026)
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| 2026 |
Stubbs M, Gaviola M, Sunner C, Reis J, 'Articulating Grief: Arts-Based Therapy as a Pathway to Resilience in Nursing Practice', International Journal of Mental Health Nursing, 35 (2026)
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| 2025 |
Stubbs MA, Porteous B, Reis J, Kelly M, Vandy C, Olaisen JA, Makaza M, Mollart L, Koizumi N, Volegoff K, Martin J, Orsina M, Bembridge E, Noble D, Crowfoot G, 'Experiences of nurse preceptors in a continuity-aligned dedicated education unit', Contemporary Nurse, 61, 420-431 (2025) [C1]
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| 2025 |
Asseiri W, Reis J, Omura M, Hutton A, 'The experience of transition from student nurse to registered nurse among newly graduated nurses in the paediatric setting: An integrative literature review', Nurse Education in Practice, 83 (2025) [C1]
Aim: This integrative review explores the transition to practice experiences of graduate nurses working in either acute or non-acute paediatric settings across differen... [more] Aim: This integrative review explores the transition to practice experiences of graduate nurses working in either acute or non-acute paediatric settings across different countries. Background: Graduate nurses frequently experience feelings of inadequacy, uncertainty, increased accountability, and workload pressures during their transition, particularly in paediatric settings. However, research specifically examining their experiences in paediatric healthcare is limited, with most studies focusing on broader nursing contexts. This highlights a gap in understanding the unique challenges graduate nurses face in paediatric nursing. Design: Integrative literature review. Method: The review commenced in January 2023 and was updated in October 2023. Data were collected from Medline, Embase, CINAHL, PsycINFO, and Scopus using search terms such as "new* graduate* nurse* " AND "experience" AND "transition to practice" OR "work readiness" AND "p?ediatric setting* ". Inclusion criteria focused on primary studies published after 2000 that examined the transition experiences of graduate nurses in paediatric settings. Nine studies meeting these criteria were assessed using the Mixed Methods Appraisal Tool. Results: From 2954 articles, nine met the inclusion criteria. Most studies were qualitative (n = 8), with one using mixed methods. Thematic analysis identified three key themes: transition experience, challenges faced by graduate nurses, and supportive factors during transition. Conclusions: This review highlights the unique challenges graduate nurses face in paediatric nursing and emphasises the need for targeted support post-qualification. The findings provide valuable insights for healthcare administrators to develop tailored strategies and interventions to improve graduate nurses' transitions, retention, and paediatric nursing practice in dynamic healthcare environments.
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| 2025 |
Bembridge E, Crowfoot G, Wilson R, Reis J, 'Digital reflective practice among new graduate nurses – A scoping review', Nurse Education Today, 150 (2025) [C1]
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| 2025 |
Stubbs M, Sunner C, Gaviola M, Popoola T, Reis J, 'Experiences of grief and loss among registered nurses in residential aged care facilities: A qualitative descriptive study', Death Studies (2025) [C1]
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| 2025 |
Renfrew B, Reis J, Hutton A, Stubbs M, 'Effectiveness of pre-employment assessments in improving worker health in the meat processing industry: a scoping review', Journal of Public Health Germany (2025) [C1]
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| 2024 |
Reis J, Hills S, Robinson T, Hills D, 'The feasibility and impact of a brief behavioural intervention for anxiety in later life: perceptions of general practice nurses', CONTEMPORARY NURSE, 60, 356-366 (2024) [C1]
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| 2023 |
Haydon G, Reis J, Bowen L, 'The use of humour in nursing education: An integrative review of research literature', NURSE EDUCATION TODAY, 126 (2023) [C1]
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| 2020 |
Ferguson M, Reis J, Rabbetts L, McCracken T, Loughhead M, Rhodes K, Wepa D, Procter N, 'The impact of suicide prevention education programmes for nursing students: A systematic review', INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF MENTAL HEALTH NURSING, 29, 756-771 (2020) [C1]
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| 2018 |
Ferguson MS, Reis JA, Rabbetts L, Ashby H-J, Bayes M, McCracken T, Ross C, Procter NG, 'The Effectiveness of Suicide Prevention Education Programs for Nurses A Systematic Review', CRISIS-THE JOURNAL OF CRISIS INTERVENTION AND SUICIDE PREVENTION, 39, 96-109 (2018) [C1]
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Research Supervision
Number of supervisions
Current Supervision
| Commenced | Level of Study | Research Title | Program | Supervisor Type |
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| 2024 | PhD | An Exploration Of The Health Impact Of Pre Employment Assessments Upon Workers In The Meat Processing Industry | PhD (Nursing), College of Health, Medicine and Wellbeing, The University of Newcastle | Co-Supervisor |
| 2023 | PhD | Development of a Digital Prototype to Promote Clinical Reflection for New Graduate Nurses. | PhD (Nursing), College of Health, Medicine and Wellbeing, The University of Newcastle | Consultant Supervisor |
| 2022 | PhD | The Implementation of Consumer Directed Care During the Transition of Older Adults to Residential Aged Care Facilities: A Mixed Methods Study | PhD (Nursing), College of Health, Medicine and Wellbeing, The University of Newcastle | Co-Supervisor |
| 2022 | PhD | The Experience of Transition from Student Nurse to Registered Nurse Among Newly Graduated Saudi Nurses in the Paediatric Setting: A Qualitative Study | PhD (Nursing), College of Health, Medicine and Wellbeing, The University of Newcastle | Co-Supervisor |
| 2021 | PhD | The Role of Healthy Living Choices To Manage and Reduce Nursing Student's Stress That is Caused by Bullying/Uncivil Behaviours on Clinical Workplace | PhD (Nursing), College of Health, Medicine and Wellbeing, The University of Newcastle | Co-Supervisor |
Dr Julie Reis
Position
Honorary Senior Lecturer
School of Nursing and Midwifery
College of Health, Medicine and Wellbeing
Contact Details
| julie.reis@newcastle.edu.au | |
| Phone | 0249212096 |
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