Mrs Devibala Kasinathan B.sc Nursing, M.sc Nursing, PGCTHE

Lecturer in Healthcare Education (Registered Nurse - Adult)

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Email: dek22@aber.ac.uk
Office: Gwendolen Rees 0.18, Padarn Building
Phone: +44 (0) 1970 628432
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With over 23 years of experience as a registered nurse, Devibala Kasinathan embodies dedication, expertise, and a passion for advancing healthcare education. As an Adult Nursing Lecturer at Aberystwyth University, Devi brings a wealth of clinical knowledge and academic excellence to her teaching, specialising in critical care, trauma, and emergency nursing.

Devi’s career journey reflects her commitment to excellence in both practice and education. For most of her clinical career, she worked in critical care units and emergency departments, honing her skills in life-saving procedures and leading teams in high-pressure environments. As a Team Leader in the Accident and Emergency Department at Bronglais Hospital, she played a pivotal role in patient care and team development. Her expertise extends to advanced emergency procedures, including cardiac pacing, lumbar punctures, and sepsis management. Devi is also an active member of the Medical Emergency Response Team (MERIT) and holds certifications in Advanced Life Support (ALS) for adults and paediatrics, Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC), and Acute Life-threatening Events Recognition and Treatment (ALERT).

In 2008, Devi completed her Master’s in Paediatric Nursing, which marked the beginning of her transition into academia. Driven by a passion for teaching, she began educating diploma and B.Sc. Nursing students in India, inspiring the next generation of healthcare professionals. Since 2022, she has been a Lecturer in Healthcare Education at Aberystwyth University, where she leads by example in delivering engaging clinical skills and simulation sessions. Devi coordinates two key modules: Introduction to Field-Specific Nursing: Adult for part 2 student nurses and Innovative Practice for part 3 student nurses.

Devi’s contributions to simulation-based education are particularly noteworthy. She has presented her work at prestigious conferences, including a paper on anaphylaxis scenarios at the Joint Simulation Conference (HEIW) and a poster on multifaceted simulation-based learning at the Rural Health Wales Conference. Her innovative approaches have earned her recognition as a Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (FHEA), a testament to her commitment to educational excellence.

As the International Students Lead within the Healthcare Education Centre, Devi supports students from diverse backgrounds, guiding them through their academic journey and playing a vital role in international admissions. Her empathetic approach ensures that students from around the world feel welcomed and supported.

Devi’s research interests lie in faculty development in simulation, where she seeks to enhance the effectiveness of teaching strategies for immersive learning. She continues to push the boundaries of simulation-based education, ensuring her students are equipped with the skills and confidence to excel in complex clinical environments.

Outside of her professional commitments, Devi is an advocate for innovation in healthcare education and remains dedicated to lifelong learning. Her inspiring journey is a testament to her unwavering dedication to improving patient care through education and mentorship.

“Empowering future healthcare professionals through immersive learning is my passion. I strive to create an environment where students feel inspired, confident, and ready to make a difference in the world.”