NHSRU

The NHSRU has been recognized nationally and internationally for its comprehensive team approach to problem identification and resolution.
The NHSRU has been recognized nationally and internationally for its comprehensive team approach to problem identification and resolution.
The first NHSRU research pillar focuses on the best use of resources to build capacity of the nursing workforce.
The first NHSRU research pillar focuses on the best use of resources to build capacity of the nursing workforce.
The second NHSRU research pillar focuses on the nursing environment and strategies to attract and retain nurses and support nurses’ competence.
The second NHSRU research pillar focuses on the nursing environment and strategies to attract and retain nurses and support nurses’ competence.
The third NHSRU research pillar focuses on enhancing the nursing practice to ensure access to rewarding opportunities for effective workplace learning.
The third NHSRU research pillar focuses on enhancing the nursing practice to ensure access to rewarding opportunities for effective workplace learning.

The Nursing Health Services Research Unit is a collaborative project of the University of Toronto, Lawrence S. Bloomberg, Faculty of Nursing and McMaster University, School of Nursing. The Unit is led by Scientific Directors, Dr. Diane Doran at the Toronto site and Dr. Andrea Baumann at the McMaster site.

NHSRU News

Unique student nursing program blends research with community needs

A one-of-a-kind program developed by McMaster University’s Nursing Health Services Research Unit is giving student nurses essential research skills while connecting them to people with real needs in the community. [Read more]

Recent Publications

Building and Sustaining a Quality Nursing Workforce in Home and Community Care: March 2012 Interim Report

Research Team: Diane Doran, RN, PhD, FCAHSLaureen Hayes, Research Officer Sang Nahm, Data Analyst Ping Zou, Research Officer Paul Rizk, Research Officer Chris Bai, Research Officer Dan Laporte, Research Manager Executive Summary: Effective strategies are needed to address the projected … [Read more]

Evaluating the Impact of Ontario’s Late Career Nurse Initiative: March 2012 Interim Report

Research Team: Diane Doran, RN PhD, FCAHSAutumn Chilcote, Research OfficerPaul Rizk, Research OfficerYu Qing (Chris) Bai, Data AnalystDan Laporte, Research Manager Executive Summary: In an effort to stem the loss of Ontario’s late career nurses, in 2005 the Ontario Ministry … [Read more]

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Research in Action

- Current Projects -

Internationally Educated Nurses: An Employer’s Guide

Research Team: Andrea Baumann, RN, PhD, Jennifer Blythe, PhD, Maggie Fung Recruiting and retaining internationally educated nurses (IENs) is a priority for nursing employers who want to build a dynamic workforce. This leading practice guide will benefit employers who wish … [Read more]

- Completed Projects -

Exploring Clinical Information and Communication of Healthcare Professionals in Home care: Resources, Challenges and Solutions

Research Team: Dr. Diane DoranIvana MaticDr. Sima Ajami This summary is the first of two summary sheets, presenting highlights and key messages from the study entitled “Exploring Clinical Information and Communication of Healthcare Professionals in Homecare: Resources, Challenges and Solutions.” … [Read more]