Partnerships &
Recruitment

WeRPN is committed to supporting RPN-focused and inclusive research that aligns with our strategic plan and research priorities. Each project undergoes a review by the Research Advisory Council (RAC). The RAC approval process ensures quality, relevance, and collaboration with RPNs. Researchers are notified by email of the final decision.

Researchers interested in partnering with WeRPN on a study are asked to complete an External Request Form. Requests may include collaboration, letters of support, and RPN participant recruitment assistance.

RPNs are invited to help inform research on topics listed below:

Examples of Partnerships:

  • Building Psychological Safety in Long-Term Care: Strengthening Equity & Trauma-Informed Organizational Capacity to Support Workforce Mental Health & Well-being. Principal Investigator: Dr. Rosanra Yoon (CIHR Institute of Aging grant – 3 year). (Read More)
  • Enhancing stroke rehabilitation interdisciplinary teams: Exploring rehabilitation nursing practices and perspectives of RPNs and RNs, led by Dr. Eric Tanlaka (2024 We-Spark Grant)
  • Understanding black RPN experiences to improve advocacy, engagement, and professional advancement, led by Dr. Nadia Prendergast (2024 SSHRC Partnership Grant)
  • Scope-PCN: Optimizing the scope and practice of primary care nurses, led by Dr. Julia Lukewich and Dr. Maria Mathew (2024-2027 CIHR Grant)

We would love to hear from you! Contact us at research@werpn.com

🔹 RPNs interested to join a research initiative or discussion
🔹 Researchers looking to connect with an RPN
🔹 Questions about RPN research

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