Veronica Rusaanes

Veronica Rusaanes is a Research Fellow and PhD candidate at the University of South-Eastern Norway (USN), affiliated with the Department of Nursing and Health Sciences in the Faculty of Health and Social Sciences. Her research focuses on healthcare education in rural areas and innovative nursing curriculum development. She leads clinical practice courses in the Flexible Nursing Education program, including Nursing Science IIIA and foundational Basic Nursing modules. Her professional background includes 10 years in emergency care, 9 years in municipal healthcare with diabetes specialization, and advanced certifications in medical life support (AMLS).

• PhD Project: 'Educating nursing students in rural districts in Norway' (2022-2026)
• Course Leadership: Practical training modules in Flexible Nursing programs
• Supervision: BSc thesis advisor for 3rd-year students

Research interests span primary healthcare delivery, infection control (including tuberculosis screening), and mental health crisis management. She actively contributes to the Clinical Competence in Nursing Education research group and participates in national initiatives like the 'Bridge of Competence' project in Vestfold and Telemark.