Dr Michael Connolly PhD, MSc(Nursing), BA(Phil), RGN, RNT
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Biography:
| I qualified as a Registered General Nurse in 1992. I have worked mainly in acute medicine, older person care and palliative care. I graduated from the Milltown Institute in 1998
with a BA (Hons) degree in Philosophy and from UCD in 2002 with an MSc (Nursing)
(Education). I completed my doctoral research with the UCD Equality Studies Centre. I began working in UCD in July 2001 and am the academic co-ordinator for the Graduate Diploma/MSc in Palliative Care. My research and teaching interests include ethical issues at end-of-life; spirituality in health and palliative care; health inequalities and the health needs of gay men. I have been involved in a number of EU funded projects supporting the development of a curriculum for health care professionals caring for older people. I have also been involved in research programmes and projects in the area of protection of older persons. |
Research Interests
| My main research interests are: Ethical Issues in Healthcare Between March 2008 and February 2010 I was a member of the research team at the Centre for the Protection of Older People based at the UCD School of Nursing, Midwifery & Health Systems. |
Peer Reviewed Journals
| Connolly, M.P., Larkin, P.; (2012) 'Managing constipation: a focus on care and treatment in the palliative setting'. British Journal of Community Nursing, 17 (2):60-67. [Details] |
| Connolly M.P., Larkin P.; (2011) 'Assisted dying: promoting a palliative care approach. A response to Gay Lee'. International Journal of Palliative Nursing, 17 (3):149-150. [Details] |
| Rochford C., Connolly M., Drennan J. ; (2009) 'Paid part-time employment and academic performance of undergraduate nursing students'. Nurse Education Today, 29 (6):601-609. [Details] |
Conference Publications
| Connolly M., Ikeotyone M. and Doran M.; (2010) New Voices for Equality Equality in Ireland: A 2020 Vision - A Decade of Ehanced Equality Legislation Dublin Castle, [Details] |
| Collins R. Nicklin L. Bla'un H. Connolly M. Kállayné Őry C. Mičetić-Turk, D. O Connor T. Osztatni Z. Procter P. 'eleznik D; (2006) A living curriculum-developing a nursing curriculum for older person care at masters level in four European States 3rd International Summer School. Developing Research in Nursing. University College of Nursing Studies, University of Maribor, Slovenia [Details] |
| Collins, R., Connolly, M. & O'Connor, T.; (2005) A Living Curriculum - Developing a Nursing Curriculum for Older Person Care at Masters Level in Four European States 6th Annual Interdisciplinary Research Conference Dublin, Health Care Informatics Society of Ireland Dublin School of Nursing & Midwifery Studies - University of Dublin, Trinity College, , 16-NOV-05 - 16-NOV-05 [Details] |
| Michael Connolly; (2004) Why do registered general nurses pursue further education in gerontological nursing and specialise in the care of older people 2nd International Summer School ' Nursing Research Focused on Gerontological Nursing Research, University College of Nursing Studies, University of Maribor, Slovenia [Details] |
Published Reports
Connolly M., Charnley K., Regan J. (2012) A Review of Palliative Care Competence Frameworks Prepared for The Palliative Care Competency Framework. Health Service Executive, Dubliin.  [Details] |
Book Reviews
| Connolly, M.P. (2012) Oxford Textbook of Palliative Nursing (3rd edition). European Journal of Palliative Care: Book Reviews [Details] |
Associations
| Association: Sigma Theta Tau International, Function/Role: Member |
| Association: Irish Association of Palliative Care, Function/Role: Member |
| Association: European Association of Palliative Care, Function/Role: Member |
| Association: International Lesbian and Gay Association, Function/Role: Member |
Conference Contributions
| Connolly, M (2012) Teaching and Learning in Palliative Care: Lessons for the Future. [Invited Oral Presentation], 19th Annual International Palliative Care Conference: Moving Points in Palliative Care, Education and Research Centre, Our Lady's Hospice & Care Services , 15-MAR-12 - 15-MAR-12. |
| Michael Connolly; (2011) OAMGMAMR, National Conference. [Oral Presentation], Programme transnational de îmbunătătire a stagiilor de pregătire practică a elevilor din Şcolile postliceale sanitare pentru facilitarea tranziţiei acestora de la şcoală la viaţa activă, FSE 2007-2013, Sinaia, Romania , 24-MAR-11 - 27-MAR-11. |
| Connolly, M.; (2010) New Voices for Equality - Invited Panelist. [Chaired Session], Equality in Ireland: A 2020 Vision, Dublin Castle, Dublin, Ireland , 20-OCT-10 - 21-OCT-10. |
| Collins R. Nicklin L. Bla'un H. Connolly M. Kállayné Őry C. Mičetić-Turk, D. O Connor T. Osztatni Z. Procter P. 'eleznik D. ; (2006) A living curriculum-developing a nursing curriculum for older person care at masters level in four European States. [Refereed Abstracts], 3rd International Summer School. Developing Research in Nursing. University College of Nursing Studies, University of Maribor, Slovenia , 28-JUN-06 - 01-JUL-06. |
| Connolly M. ; (2006) The Nurses Role on Informed Consent for Nursing and Medical Procedures. [Invited Lecture], Nursing Planning and Development Unit HSE Southern Region ' Ethical Issues in Nursing Conference, Blarney, Co. Cork , 09-MAY-06. |
| Collins R., Nicklin L.,Blazun H., Connolly M., Kállayné Őry C. Mičetić-Turk, D., O'Connor T., Osztatni Z. Procter P. 'eleznik D; (2006) Conference Scientific Committee. [Conference Organising Committee Member], Developing Research in Nursing, Moribor, Slovenia , 28-JUN-06 - 04-JUL-06. | |||||||||
| Collins, R., Connolly, M. & O'Connor, T.; (2006) Developing a Nursing Curriculum for Older Person Care at Masters Level in Four European States. [Oral Presentation], 3rd International Summer School, University of Moribor, Slovenia , 28-JUN-06 - 01-JUL-06. | |||||||||
| Connolly, M.; (2005) Spirituality: A Journey to Healing. [Oral Presentation], National Conference of Cancer Support Groups, Irish Cancer Society, Dublin Castle, Dublin , 19-FEB-05. | |||||||||
| Connolly, M.; (2005) Initiatives in Gerontological Nursing Education. [Oral Presentation], Annual Gerontology Conference ' Issues for Action: What's Going On? Our Lady's Hospice, Harold's Cross Dublin 6, Dublin , 25-FEB-05. | |||||||||
| Collins R., Connolly M., O'Connor T. ; (2005) A Living Curriculum - Developing a Nursing Curriculum for Older Person Care at Masters Level in Four European States. [Oral Presentation], 6th Annual Interdisciplinary Research Conference Dublin, Health Care Informatics Society of Ireland, Dublin , 16-NOV-05. | |||||||||
| Collins, R., Connolly, M. & O'Connor, T.; (2005) A Living Curriculum - Developing a Nursing Curriculum for Older Person Care At Masters Level in Four European States. [Oral Presentation], School of Nursing & Midwifery Studies, University of Dublin Trinity College Interdisciplinary Research Conference, Dublin School of Nursing & Midwifery Studies - University of Dublin, Trinity College , 02-NOV-05 - 04-NOV-05. | |||||||||
| Connolly, M.; (2005) Healing and Hope in the New Testament. [Oral Presentation], St. Columba's Fellowship Spirituality and Healing in Hospice Care and Milltown Institute of Theology and Philosophy 'Souls Paths' Spirituality Conference '. Milltown Institute of Theology & Philosophy, Dublin, Dublin , 14-JUN-05. | |||||||||
| O'Connor, T, Collins, R. & Connolly, M; (2005) A living curriculum-developing a nursing curriculum for the older person at Master's level in four European states. [National Refereed Conference Paper], 6th Annual Interdisciplinary Research Conference. Transforming Healthcare Through Research, Education & Technology November 2005, Dublin School of Nursing & Midwifery Studies - University of Dublin, Trinity College , 02-NOV-05 - 04-NOV-05. | |||||||||
| O'Connor, T, Collins, R. & Connolly, M. ; (2005) Developing a Nursing Curriculum for Older Person Care at Masters Level in Four European States. [National Refereed Conference Paper], Celebrating Person Centred Care in Older Person Services NMPDU Conference Sept 2005, Dublin , 08-SEP-05. | |||||||||
| Connolly M ; (2004) Spirituality: A Journey to Healing. [Oral Presentation], National Conference of Cancer Support Groups, Irish Cancer Society, Croke Park Conference Centre, Dublin , 01-JAN-04. | |||||||||
| Connolly M ; (2004) Why do registered general nurses pursue further education in gerontological nursing and specialise in the care of older people. [Refereed Abstracts], Conference Proceedings, 2nd International Summer School 2004 ' Nursing Research Focused on Gerontological Nursing Research, University College of Nursing Studies, University of Maribor, Slovenia , 01-JAN-04. | |||||||||
| Connolly, M.; (2003) Spirituality: Meaning, Healing, Presence. [Oral Presentation], National Conference of Cancer Support Groups, Irish Cancer Society, Dublin Castle, Dublin , 01-JAN-03. | |||||||||
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Committees
| Committee : Palliative Care Curriculum Development Group |
| Committee : Taught Graduate Programmes Group |
Education
| Year 1992 Institution: University College Hospital Galway Qualification: Certificate Subject: General Nursing (Hons) |
| Year 1995 Institution: Dominican House of Studies, Tallaght. Qualification: Diploma Subject: Theology |
| Year 1998 Institution: Milltown Inst Theol & Philos Qualification: BA Subject: |
| Year 2002 Institution: University College Dublin Qualification: MSc Subject: Nursing - Education |
Other Activities
| Invited to be expert examiner for candidates presenting for the award of the Fellowship of the Faculty of Nursing Royal College of Surgeons of Ireland - Oct 2003 |
| External Examiner for Higher Diploma in Peri-operative Nursing in the School of Nursing Studies, Letterkenny Institute of Technology. May 2002- Sep 2006 |
| External Examiner for Higher Diploma in Adult Nurisng - Older Person in Dundalk Institute of Technology. Sep 2005-2008 |
| Irish Association of Palliative Care Education & Research Conference. Invited judge for conference presentations. Feb 2007 |
| Nominated to the Palliative Care Subgroup of the National Irish Cancer Nurses Working Group June 2002 |
| Reviewer for International Nursing Review | |||||||||
| Acknowledged reviewer for Ethics in Clinical Pratice An Interprofessional Approach, (2007) Edited by Georgina Hawley, London, Pearson Education | |||||||||
| External Examiner for PGD/MSc Nursing, PGD/MSc Palliative Care and BSc (Hons)/PGD Specilaist Nursing Practice University of Ulster Jordanstown (2010-2013) | |||||||||
| Member of the Quality Assurance Group for PRIMER ICT Promoting the improvement of elderly ICT skills and wellbeing by intersectorial and multi-sectoral education (LLP Multilateral Project) 2008-4279 / 001-001 |
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2004-2006 Socrates Project Development of older person care in differing countries and worked together to develop a Living Curriculum for Older Person Care to be delivered at Masters Level. (¿131,078) (28686¿IC¿1¿2002-1-UK-ERASMUS-PROGUC-1.2004-2006) |
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2007- 2010 GEROM |
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