Janet Mattsson

Janet Mattsson is a Professor in the Department of Nursing and Health Sciences at the University of South-East Norway (USN), affiliated with the Faculty of Health and Social Sciences. Her work focuses on pediatric intensive care (PICU), nursing practices in critical care environments, and patient/family-centered care. She leads research on pain management in non-verbal children, interprofessional learning in healthcare, and the impact of healthcare environments on patient outcomes. Her studies often employ qualitative methods to explore nurse-patient dynamics and parental experiences.

Research interests include: 1) Optimizing nursing care in high-tech settings like PICUs; 2) Understanding and addressing pain in critically ill children; 3) Developing strategies for family participation in critical care scenarios. Recent studies examine challenges during pandemics, organ donation processes, and the psychological impact of healthcare environments.

Key Research Trends: Her 2025 publications emphasize global maternal health in Tanzania and PICU environmental design. 2024 work explores end-of-life care during the pandemic and donation protocols. Earlier studies (2021-2023) reveal persistent themes in pediatric pain management and family adaptation to chronic conditions like tracheostomy. Technical innovations like real-time bioparticle detection systems reflect her interest in infection control.

• Notable Projects: 1) Qualitative studies on maternal near-miss experiences in Africa 2) International PICU delirium management surveys 3) Nurse perceptions of pediatric sleep promotion
• Teaching Contributions: Co-developed interprofessional learning programs with biomedical engineering students to enhance PICU safety

Labs/Teams: Collaborates with the Pain Management Nursing Review Panel and participates in technology-focused healthcare innovation initiatives at USN.