Rate My Professor Elisabeth Coyne

Dr Elisabeth Coyne is a Senior Lecturer in the School of Nursing and Midwifery at Griffith University. She is an internationally recognised cancer nurse researcher whose interdisciplinary research program aims to improve outcomes for persons experiencing cancer and their families. Coyne's research interests centre on family oncology, including the experiences of young women with breast cancer, quality of life in advanced cancer, partnerships between nurse navigators and patients with chronic diseases, and posttreatment health interventions for cancer survivors. She holds a PhD from Griffith University (2006-2012), Master of Nursing (honours), Bachelor of Nursing, and professional registrations as a Registered Nurse and Registered Midwife. Her academic background supports her roles in research, teaching, and professional development within nursing.

Coyne has built her career at Griffith University, advancing from Lecturer and Associate Lecturer to Senior Lecturer in the School of Nursing and Midwifery - Nursing. She is internationally recognised for co-designing evidence-based simulation videos that enhance nursing students' clinical assessment skills. With over 2,600 citations on Google Scholar, her key publications include 'Living the experience of breast cancer treatment' (2009), 'Exploration of the family's role and strengths after a young woman is diagnosed with breast cancer' (2012), 'Partnership between Nurse Navigators and adult persons living with complex chronic disease' (2020), 'Quality of life and associated factors among adults living with advanced cancer' (2021), and 'Posttreatment health interventions for adult cancer survivors and their families' (2024). She has secured funded research grants and collaborates with clinical institutions such as Gold Coast Hospital and Princess Alexandra Hospital. Coyne contributes to teaching in the Bachelor of Nursing program, supervises higher degree research students, and engages in professional activities promoting family nursing practice and clinical nurse involvement in research.