Step 1: Understand What Research & Development Means in HNE Health

What is Research & Development (R&D)?

• Research is the systematic investigation to establish facts, develop new knowledge, or validate existing knowledge in health care. It often involves studying diseases, treatments, patient outcomes, health services, or policies.
• Development means taking those research findings and creating or refining health programs, technologies, or models of care to improve patient outcomes or service delivery.

Why it matters in HNE Health

• HNE Health serves a diverse population, including rural and regional communities with unique health challenges. R&D supports better, evidence-based healthcare tailored to these communities.
• It aligns with HNE Health’s strategic goals of innovation, quality improvement, and closing health outcome gaps, including for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

How R&D fits into your role

• Whether you are a nurse, allied health professional, clinician, manager, or administrator, engaging in R&D helps improve care delivery, support your professional growth, and contribute to system improvements.
• Being aware of R&D helps identify opportunities to innovate in your workplace and participate in clinical trials, audits, or quality improvement initiatives