A Roadmap for Global Acceleration of Genomics Integration Across Nursing

Area of Science:

• Genomic medicine
• Nursing leadership
• Healthcare integration

Background:

• Genomics is transforming healthcare delivery.
• Integrating genomics into nursing practice presents complex global challenges.
• A coordinated, collaborative strategy is essential for sustained change.

Purpose of the Study:

• To synthesize research findings into a practical roadmap for nursing leadership.
• To guide the integration of genomics across nursing practice globally.
• To provide a strategic approach for accelerating genomic healthcare adoption.

Main Methods:

• Mixed-methods approach with a purposive sample of global nursing leaders and organizations.
• Online surveys followed by a 3-day residential meeting using participatory methods.
• Consensus-building techniques to identify essential elements for a genomics integration roadmap.

Main Results:

• Twenty-three leaders from 19 countries participated, identifying 117 facilitators for genomics integration.
• Barriers and priorities were mapped using the Consolidated Framework for Implementation Research.
• A roadmap and maturity matrix were developed to guide and benchmark progress.

Conclusions:

• The developed roadmap offers practical guidance for nurse leaders to accelerate genomics integration.
• The roadmap is adaptable to diverse local health systems, clinical, and educational contexts.
• Support is available through the Global Genomics Nursing Alliance and its strategic priorities.