Michelle Chalker is a PhD candidate and Associate Lecturer in the School of Nursing and Health at Avondale University. Her doctoral research investigates the impact of non-ventilator healthcare-associated pneumonia (NV-HAP) on patient length of stay and mortality, contributing to a growing body of evidence aimed at improving patient outcomes and hospital quality indicators.

A registered nurse with experience in Infection Prevention and Control (IPC) and international public health, Michelle brings both clinical and global perspectives to her research. She is particularly passionate about the role of IPC in enhancing patient safety, reducing healthcare-associated infections, and strengthening health systems.

Michelle is a member of the Australasian College for Infection Prevention and Control and the Australian College of Nursing. Her research and teaching reflect her commitment to advancing evidence-based infection prevention practices and improving health outcomes across healthcare settings.