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Creating a nursing vision for leadership in genetics
Sharon J Olsen1, Suzanne L Feetham, Jean Jenkins
1Johns Hopkins University, School of Nursing, Baltimore, MD, USA.
Medsurg Nursing : Official Journal of the Academy of Medical-Surgical Nurses
|July 17, 2003
Summary
Nurses are increasingly using genetic knowledge in their work. The International Society of Nurses in Genetics (ISONG) is educating nurses on integrating genomics into patient care.
Area of Science:
- Nursing
- Genetics
- Genomics
Background:
- Genomic knowledge is becoming essential for quality patient care.
- Nurses are increasingly incorporating genetic and genomic information into their professional activities.
Purpose of the Study:
- To highlight the growing importance of genetics and genomics in nursing practice.
- To inform about the role of the International Society of Nurses in Genetics (ISONG) in educating nurses.
Main Methods:
- Review of current trends in nursing education and practice regarding genetics.
- Analysis of the integration of genomic knowledge into patient care.
Main Results:
- A significant rise in the application of genetic knowledge by nurses is observed.
- Genomics is recognized as integral to modern patient care, alongside other disciplines.
Conclusions:
- Nurses are actively engaging with genetic and genomic advancements.
- ISONG is actively involved in advancing nursing education in genetics and genomics.