Two awards annually for HPNA members to be recognized for their contributions toward nursing research.
The HPNA Distinguished Nursing Researcher Award recognizes a nurse researcher who has demonstrated longevity and consistency in research that advances the mission and vision of HPNA through conducting high quality research and research presentations and publications in peer-reviewed journals.
The HPNA New Investigator Award recognizes the work of an individual in the beginning of their research career who has done quality research which can be a pilot or preliminary study that focused on clinical care, professional development, or advancement of palliative nursing.
Nominations will be screened by the HPNA Research Advisory Council who will make recommendations to the HPNA Board of Directors for approval.
