ADHA appoints new Chief Clinical Adviser (Nursing)

The Australian Digital Health Agency (ADHA) has appointed Karen Booth as its inaugural Chief Clinical Adviser (Nursing).

Booth — an experienced nurse with a background in primary care, preventative care, clinical governance and leadership — will commence in her new role on, Monday 30 September and will serve on the agency's Senior Executive Committee.

ADHA CEO Amanda Cattermole PSM said the appointment was a significant milestone as it augments and strengthens the agency's clinical leadership.

"Ms Booth is an influential leader who has been advocating for the role of nurses in digital health for many years. 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. 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," Cattermole said.

"I have always been dedicated to enhancing health outcomes for Australians, especially in primary and preventative care settings. Nurses play a crucial 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," Booth added.

Cattermole said the Chief Clinical Adviser (Nursing) role will enable even greater engagement with the nursing workforce in Australia, who make such a significant contribution to the health and wellbeing of Australians.

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