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Genomic Competencies for Nursing Practice: Implications for Nursing Leadership.
Andrea M Boyd1, Anna C Alt-White, Gwen Anderson
1Author Affiliations: Associate Nurse Executive for Education and Research (Dr Boyd), WJB Dorn VA Medical Center, Columbia, South Carolina; Director, Research & Evidence Based Practice (Dr Alt-White, retired), Department of Veterans Affairs, Office of Nursing Services, Washington, DC; Dean (Dr Anderson), Chaminade University-School of Nursing, Honolulu, Hawaii; Health Science Specialist (Ms Schaa, former), Department of Veterans Affairs, Office of Research & Development Washington, DC; Certified Genetic Counselor (Ms Schaa, current), Perinatal Center, Medstar Washington Hospital Center Washington, DC; Professor (Dr Kasper), Daniel K. Inouye Graduate School of Nursing, Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences, Bethesda, Maryland, and Department of Veterans Affairs, Office of Nursing Services, Washington, DC.
Nurses need genomic knowledge for effective patient care. The Veterans Healthcare Administration developed specific nursing genomic competencies and educational resources to integrate this vital skill into practice.
Area of Science:
- Genomic science and its application in healthcare.
- Nursing education and professional development.
Background:
- Evolving scientific advancements necessitate continuous learning for nurses.
- Genomic knowledge is crucial for patient referral and education regarding genetic services.
Purpose of the Study:
- To define essential nursing genomic competencies for Veterans Healthcare Administration (VHA) nurses.
- To identify resources for educating nurses on these competencies.
- To develop a strategic plan for the long-term implementation of genomic nursing education.
Main Methods:
- A systematic process was employed by the VHA's Office of Nursing Services.
- Competencies were determined based on the needs of VHA nurses and patients.
- Educational resources and implementation strategies were identified.
Main Results:
- Specific nursing genomic competencies were defined for VHA nurses.
- A list of available educational resources was compiled.
- A strategic plan for long-term implementation was established.
Conclusions:
- The VHA has a framework for advancing nursing genomics.
- This initiative supports the integration of genomic knowledge into nursing practice.
- The plan aims to enhance the quality of care for patients benefiting from genetic services.
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