Wanda Chernomas

Wanda Chernomas is an Associate Professor in the College of Nursing at the University of Manitoba, where she conducts impactful research in mental health and nursing education. She is a research affiliate at the Manitoba Centre for Nursing and Health Research (MCNHR), contributing to collaborative projects that advance nursing knowledge and practice.

Her research focuses on two primary streams: mental health and nursing education. In mental health, Dr. Chernomas investigates the lived experiences of women with serious mental illness through qualitative studies, guided by principles of recovery and trauma-informed care. Her nursing education research explores reflective practice, role transition for new nursing graduates, and mental health challenges such as stress, depression, and anxiety among students. Current interests center on the intersection of mental health, support systems, and learning environments.

While no recent articles are listed in the provided text, her research consistently applies qualitative methodologies to understand human experiences in healthcare and education, with strong implications for policy and pedagogy.

Scientific Awards:

• Nominated for a Faculty of Graduate Studies Excellence in Graduate Student Mentoring Award (2018)
• Excellence in Professional Nursing Award, College of Registered Nurses of Manitoba (2009)

Dr. Chernomas has secured funding for her research at local, regional, and national levels. She has mentored graduate students on mental health and education-focused projects, though she is currently not accepting new students. Her professional service includes involvement with the former Manitoba Schizophrenia Society and the Manitoba Trauma Collaborative, where she contributed to advancing trauma-informed practices.

She is affiliated with the Helen Glass Centre for Nursing and maintains a scholarly presence through her ORCID profile, supporting transparency and collaboration in research.