Erin Wilson

Erin Wilson is an Associate Professor and Program Coordinator for the MScN and RNCP programs in the School of Nursing at the University of Northern British Columbia (UNBC). She holds a PhD in Health Sciences from UNBC, an MSN from the University of British Columbia, and a BN from the University of Manitoba. As a family nurse practitioner, she integrates clinical practice with academic and research roles focused on rural and remote health care.

• PhD, Health Sciences – University of Northern British Columbia
• MSN – University of British Columbia
• BN – University of Manitoba

Her research centers on strengthening rural health systems through team-based, equity-oriented primary care. She employs interpretive methodologies, particularly philosophical hermeneutics, to explore how social inequities, stigma, and discrimination affect patient experiences. Her work emphasizes partnered research with patients and decision-makers to improve health care delivery in underserved communities.

Erin's recent publications reflect a strong focus on equity in emergency care, nurse practitioner integration, and qualitative research methodology. Her work spans health services research, rural nursing, and interprofessional collaboration, often addressing systemic barriers in northern and remote settings.

Scientific Contributions and Networks:

• Active in provincial and national nursing education and practice networks
• Published and presented nationally and internationally on team-based care and equity
• Subject matter expert available for media engagement

She supervises graduate students in the MScN Nursing program and is committed to advancing nursing practice in rural contexts through research, education, and policy engagement. Erin maintains clinical practice as a nurse practitioner, ensuring her scholarship remains grounded in real-world health care challenges.

Her research lab and collaborative teams focus on partnered, community-engaged research, particularly through projects like EQUIP Emergency, which aim to reduce racism and stigma in emergency departments. These initiatives involve interdisciplinary teams and knowledge users across health systems.