About
Danielle’s research is centred on addressing the unique challenges experienced by nursing professionals in rural and remote settings. Her work aims to strengthen the capacity of the nursing workforce to deliver high-quality emergency care in these environments, ultimately contributing to improved health outcomes and wellbeing for people living in rural and remote communities.
A key area of her research investigates the specific needs of non-emergency trained Registered Nurses who are newly employed in rural and remote healthcare facilities. These nurses often find themselves providing emergency care with limited resources and minimal formal preparation. Danielle’s research explores the educational, clinical, and organisational supports required to equip these professionals with the skills and confidence necessary to respond effectively in high-pressure situations.
Additionally, she is committed to developing strategies that support new rural and remote RNs as they adapt to the complexities of their new roles. Her work informs workforce development, targeted training initiatives, and policy decisions aimed at improving recruitment, retention, and preparedness of nurses working in Australia’s most underserved regions.