Catalysts for Care

The Clinical Chair Program aims to foster clinically relevant research partnerships, networks and synergies fueling nursing research and clinical innovation, enhancing knowledge translation, and supporting improved patient outcomes.

The goal of this free monthly virtual speaker series is the creation of a space for clinicians, researchers, students and scholars to share knowledge, expertise, insights, and questions to spark ideas and connection to strengthen nursing research and practice.

We would love to hear what is happening at your institution, so if you or your team have a research project or innovation you would like to present, please contact Diana to discuss potential dates in 2026.

We look forward to connecting with you at Grand Rounds!

Upcoming Grand Rounds

Please note we pause in December to celebrate the season and will resume on Tuesday January 13, 2026.

January 13, 2026
12:00 – 1:00 pm (central time zone)

Title: Creating Safe Spaces: Indigenous Cultural Safety in Health Care — From Awareness to Action.

Presenter: Rebecca Cameron, RN, MN, Instructor, RRC Polytech; PhD Student, College of Nursing, University of Manitoba.

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Tuesday February 10, 2026
12:00 – 1:00 pm (Central Time Zone)

Title: Frequency and impact of potentially traumatic events on hospital security personnel.

Presenter: Karen Burgess, RPN, MPN, BScPN, BA, CNS, CISM Clinical Lead, Health Sciences Centre, Winnipeg, MB.

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Tuesday March 10, 2026
12:00 – 1:00 pm, Central Time Zone

Title: Research for Change in Long-Term Care Settings

Presenter: Dr. Genevieve Thompson, RN, PhD, Professor and Associate Dean, Graduate Program, College of Nursing, University of Manitoba, MB.

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Archived Grand Rounds

Presentation overview:
The Clinical Chair Program, supported by the Health Sciences Centre, University of Manitoba College of Nursing, and the Health Sciences Centre Foundation, aims to foster clinically relevant research partnerships, networks and synergies fueling nursing research and clinical innovation, enhancing knowledge translation, and supporting improved patient outcomes. The goal of this free monthly virtual speaker series is the creation of a space for clinicians, researchers, scholars, and students to share knowledge, expertise, insights, and questions to spark ideas and connection to strengthen nursing research and practice, building a strong clinical nursing research and practice innovation community across Manitoba, and coast to coast to coast!

Presenter: Dr. Diana E. McMillan, RN, PhD, Professor, Rady Faculty of Health Sciences, College of Nursing, University of Manitoba, & Clinical Chair, Health Sciences Centre.

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We are booking presenters for the 2026 series. Please contact Diana at diana.mcmillan@umanitoba.ca if you are interested in sharing your research or innovation.

Research Project title: An Evaluation of Catalysts for Care – Nursing Grand Rounds

Principal Investigator and contact information:

Dr. Brenda Peters RN(NP), PhD
Lead Research Associate, Clinical Chair Program, HSC, Winnipeg
Assistant Professor, College of Nursing
Rady Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Manitoba
Brenda.Peters@umanitoba.ca

Co-Principal Investigator:

Dr. Diana E. McMillan, RN, PhD
Clinical Chair, HSC, Winnipeg
Professor, College of Nursing
Rady Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Manitoba
Diana.mcmillan@umanitoba.ca

Description of the Study

Nursing Grand Rounds were re-established in January 2023. The purpose of this study is to evaluate participants’ perspectives on the impact of these rounds. We will ask questions about your experience attending the rounds and the impact on your practice.

Participants

We would like to hear from anyone who has participated in viewing at least one session of Nursing Grand Rounds, either live or the archive video.

Procedures

This study consists of an online survey with both closed-ended and open-ended questions. Participants will complete the survey one time. The survey should take about 10 minutes to complete.

Potential Benefits

The findings may be used to make improvements to rounds if indicated.