Carolina Rascon Hernan

Carolina Rascon Hernan is a Lecturer in the Department of Nursing at the Faculty of Nursing, University of Girona, where she has been a full-time non-permanent faculty member since 2013. She holds a PhD from the University of Girona (2017) and has a strong academic and clinical background in nursing, with specializations in pediatric and critical care nursing, as well as health promotion.

Education:

• Diploma in Nursing, University of Girona (2000–2003)
• Master’s in Nursing Care in Childhood and Adolescence, University of Barcelona (2005–2007)
• Postgraduate in Critical Care Nursing, University of Girona (2008)
• Official Master’s in Health Promotion, University of Girona (2010–2012)
• Specialist in Pediatric Nursing (2015)
• PhD, University of Girona (2017)

Her research interests span nursing professional development, gender and health diversity, simulation-based education, and teaching innovation from a gender perspective. She is actively involved in interdisciplinary and inter-university research collaborations.

While specific publication titles were not listed, her scholarly work includes journal articles, book chapters, and conference presentations, reflecting sustained contributions to nursing education and practice, particularly in simulation and gender-responsive pedagogy.

Scientific Affiliations and Memberships:

• Member, Research Group on Nursing Professional Development (recognized by AGAUR)
• Member, GRISCA – Interuniversity Research Group in Simulation, Catalonia and Andorra
• Member, GiRGEDIS – Interuniversity Research Group on Gender, Diversity, and Health
• Member, Gender Perspective Teaching Innovation Network, University of Girona

She previously served as an Associate Professor at the Faculty of Nursing, University of Girona (2009–2013), and worked as a nurse at Dr. Josep Trueta University Hospital (2003–2013). Her career reflects a strong integration of clinical practice, education, and research in nursing.

There is no indication of student advising or formal scientific awards in the provided text. She is currently active in her academic role and continues to contribute to research and teaching innovation.