Bursaries

 

Bernie Carpenter (RIP)

BERNIE CARPENTER PERPETUAL BURSARY

The Bernie Carpenter Perpetual Bursary was established in memory of one of the founding members of the Association, Bernie Carpenter, who sadly passed away in March 2021. This award recognises Bernie’s lifelong commitment to nursing, particularly in the area of nurse education, and honours her selfless contribution to the IAANMP.

Applying for this bursary is a meaningful way to honour Bernie’s legacy. The aim of the bursary is to enhance members’ professional development through attendance at relevant conferences or engagement in further education, while also encouraging reflection on the benefits of these experiences. This bursary offers members a valuable opportunity to access international and national expertise, engage with current research, and network with fellow health professionals working in advanced practice.

Trisha McKeown (RIP)

Trisha McKeown Bursary Award

The Irish Association of Advanced Nurse and Midwife Practitioners (IAANMP) is proud to introduce a new bursary award in 2026, established in memory of Advanced Nurse Practitioner Trisha McKeown.

This annual bursary of €1,000 has been created to honour Trisha’s outstanding contribution to advanced nursing practice and her unwavering commitment to clinical excellence, professional development, and patient-centered care. Trisha was a highly respected colleague whose passion for advanced practice, education, and advocacy had a lasting impact on both patients and peers.

The Trisha McKeown Bursary Award will support an ANP or AMP to pursue networking, educational, research, or professional development activities that align with the core values of advanced practice and the mission of the IAANMP. Through this award, the Association seeks to continue Trisha’s legacy by investing in the ongoing growth, leadership, and excellence of the advanced practice community.

The Association is honoured to commemorate Trisha’s life and professional legacy through this meaningful initiative, ensuring that her significant contribution to advanced practice continues to inspire and empower future generations.

BURSARY ELIGIBILITY & CRITERIA

To be eligible for an IAANMP bursary, applicants must meet the following criteria:

  • Applicants must have been IAANMP members for the past 2 years.
  • Applicants must hold current registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland (NMBI).
  • Bursaries cannot be awarded retrospectively.
  • Members may only receive one bursary in a consecutive 3-year period.
  • Once the chosen conference/education project has concluded, full receipts must be provided for all costs claimed.
  • All applications must be completed at time of submission or they will be disqualified.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS

In support of their application, members must include a description of the proposed activity that includes:

  • A short summary of professional experience.
  • A description of the project or activity for which the bursary is being sought.
  • A short account of the reasons why the activity will enhance their professional development (maximum 500 words).

Successful applicants will also be asked to provide a summary identifying key learnings or themes from the activity for publication in the IAANMP Supplement and may be invited to present at the IAANMP Annual Conference

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Mr. David Delaney
David is the newly elected Secretary. He currently works in the Emergency Department of University Hospital Limerick. David graduated from the University of Tasmania in Australia and started his career in cardiac care. From there he worked in the Intensive care units of the Royal Hobart Hospital, Tasmania, the Royal Prince Alfred, Sydney, St. James Hospital, Dublin and University Hospital Limerick. He is currently a Clinical Skills Facilitator in the Emergency Department of University Hospital Limerick. He has previously studied a postgraduate diploma in Intensive Care Nursing with NUI Galway and is currently in his dissertation year of this Masters in Advanced Nursing Care also with NUI Galway. David will be a registered Advanced Nurse Practitioner once his MSc is complete. David also holds a position on the student subgroup of the International Council of Nurses NP/APN network.