Illawarra Shoalhaven Local Health District (ISLHD)

Director, Clinical Operations

After Hours Nurse Manager (Casual) & Registered Nurse Emergency Department (Casual)

Project Manager - PMO, Redesign & Innovation

Project Manager - ED Transformation Redesign Program

Project Officer with focus on change management and commissioning of the new Bulli Hospital facility

Project Officer - Bulli Hospital Redevelopment Project

Deputy Director of Nursing - Bulli Hospital

Nurse Unit Manager - Medical Assessment Unit & General Medicine

Whole of Health Lead

Registered Nurse Emergency Department

Nurse Unit Manager - Medical Assessment Unit and Acute Aged Care

Clinical Nurse Educator

Emergency Department Clinical Nurse Specialist - Registered nurse

Assistant in Nursing

MedApps

Nursing & Midwifery Clinical Lead / Hospital Success Manager

Western Sydney University - School of Nursing & Midwifery

Sessional Academic - face-to-face teaching and marking for undergraduate students

Sessional Academic (Casual)

I help nurses who feel stuck in their job to feel motivated to chase their dreams | Career Navigator | Registered Nurse | Content Creator

I am an experienced leader, project manager and clinician, working within the healthcare industry for over  15 years. I have worked across several clinical areas and hospitals in operational, strategic and project roles. I currently work in the health tech industry as the Nursing and Midwifery Clinical Lead for Med Apps. I hold post-grad qualifications in Health Leadership and Management and a Master in Business Administration.

Dan Graham

NeedleCalm Pty Ltd

Founder

Director

Flashpoint Venture Capital

Venture Scout

Fior Consulting/Fior Healthcare

Patient and Practitioner needle phobia management and exposure therapy

With her unique skill set and experience she is able to provide clients of Sydney Phobia Clinic with a wrap-around service to further complement their therapy and assist with the clinical aspects of care.

Appointment types: 

Medication administration assistance: 30 mins (screening call needed prior) suitable for Intramuscular (IM) or subcutaneous (SC) injections such as IVF and first time injections.

Needle exposure, procedure preparation and treatment plan: 2 hours minimum -only available to clients post their first session with a psychologist.

Appointment attendance: Only available to patients post full completion of therapy.

Clinicians only -Needle Phobia Management Workshop: 3 hours Friday mornings only. Max 4 participants. 

Capillary Blood Testing: Available upon request. Min 2 weeks notice needed. 

Medical Procedure preparation and/or de-brief : Suitable for people who have questions or concerns about their upcoming medical procedure or would like to discuss their concerns about treatment received.

Managing Director

Medical Technology Association of Australia (MTAA)

Board Member

I'm Lauren Barber, a Clinical Nurse Specialist turned entrepreneur, with a passion for driving innovation in the healthcare industry. After earning my Bachelor of Nursing from Charles Sturt University in 2009, I embarked on a dynamic career journey that led me from Sydney Adventist Hospital to cosmetic dermatology. However, it was a personal experience with a needle stick injury that ignited a passion for addressing the widespread issue of needle phobia and healthcare avoidance.

This passion sparked the creation of NeedleCalm™, a Class One medical device that offers a safe and affordable way to alleviate the physical and mental distress of needle procedures. I'm now steering NeedleCalm to new horizons, championing education in needle procedures, and preparing to launch two more groundbreaking products aimed at enhancing patient experiences.

I also remain connected to clinical practice, ensuring my nursing skills remain sharp and grounded in real-world experiences.

🌟 What’s Next
The future is bright for NeedleCalm, with plans to expand its presence as a first-line treatment in hospitals and further innovations in the healthcare space. I believe in the power of passion and determination, and my journey from Charles Sturt University to the forefront of healthcare
innovation is a testament to that.

🏆 Awards & Recognitions
Fishburner’s Tech for Good Award Winner 2022
CEO Magazine Young Executive of the Year Finalist 2022
Ausmumpreneur Award Finalist 2022
ACN/Health Ministers Trailblazer Award 2023
Contributing to the NSW Government MVP Grant Case Study

📚 Education & Accolades
Bachelor of Nursing, Charles Sturt University, 2006-2009
Grad Dipl in Cosmetic Dermal Science, Australasian Academy of Cosmetic Dermal Science, 2014-2015
Graduate Certificate in Healthcare Leadership, Southern Cross University, 2015-2016
Member, Medical Technology Association of Australia (MTAA) board
Pause Awards Judge
IMNIS Mentor

Lauren Barber (MACN, CNS)

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