Christopher Patterson

Senior Lecturer, School of Nursing, University of Wollongong

Dr Christopher Patterson is a Lecturer within the School of Nursing, University of Wollongong, and a Registered Nurse, with specialist qualifications in mental health.

Christopher is an active researcher, with research interests that include teaching and learning within the nursing workforce, mental health stigma and improving the health of people with lived experience of mental illness.

In addition to his research, Christopher is also the co-founder/co-director of the award winning initiative, Recovery Camp (www.recoverycamp.com.au). Christopher is wholly committed to making a difference in the lives of people who are living with mental illness, as well as assisting future nursing professionals develop recovery-oriented skills.

Experience

2022–present

Senior Lecturer, School of Nursing, University of Wollongong
2012–2021

Lecturer, School of Nursing, University of Wollongong
2011–2012

Clinical Nurse Consultant, Caritas Mental Health Unit, St Vincent's Hosp, Sydney
2010–2011

Nursing Unit Manager, Caritas Mental Health Unit, St Vincent's Hosp, Sydney

Education

2021

University of South Australia, Doctor of Philosophy
2010

University of Wollongong, Master of Nursing (Mental Health)
2005

University of Wollongong, Bachelor of Nursing (Hons)
2004

University of Wollongong, Bachelor of Nursing

Professional Memberships

Australian College of Mental Health Nurses