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Educating Nurses for Genomics-Informed Cancer Care: Strengthening the Current and Future Workforce
Patricia Friend1, Suzanne M Mahon2, Kathleen Calzone3
1Associate Professor, Loyola University Chicago, Marcella Niehoff School of Nursing.
Seminars in Oncology Nursing
|March 11, 2026
Summary
Oncology nurses lack sufficient genomic competency due to educational gaps, impacting precision cancer care. Enhancing genomic education and practice is crucial for safe, family-centered care delivery.
Area of Science:
- Genomic Medicine
- Oncology Nursing
- Genomic Competency
Background:
- Genomically informed cancer care utilizes biomarker testing for precision medicine.
- The oncology nursing workforce is currently unprepared to deliver advanced genomic care effectively.
Purpose of the Study:
- Identify educational and practice gaps in oncology nursing genomic competency.
- Propose strategies to improve workforce preparedness in genomics.
Main Methods:
- A comprehensive review of peer-reviewed literature was conducted.
Main Results:
- Genomic content is inconsistently integrated into nursing curricula despite national initiatives.
- Faculty readiness to teach genomics is limited, and assessments rarely cover genomic competencies.
Conclusions:
- Gaps in genomic literacy can lead to misinterpretation of results and missed testing opportunities.
- Strengthening genomic competency requires curriculum reform, faculty development, and aligned educational frameworks.
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