Advancing Nursing Informatics in Saudi Arabia: Integrating Digital Health Technologies to Support Vision 2030 Healthcare Goals

Abstract

Saudi Arabia's Vision 2030 emphasizes the crucial role of digital health technologies in transforming healthcare delivery and improving population health outcomes. Nursing informatics plays a vital role in this digital transformation by leveraging technology to enhance nursing practice, education, and research. This systematic review explores the current state, challenges, and opportunities for advancing nursing informatics in Saudi Arabia to support Vision 2030 healthcare goals. A comprehensive literature search was conducted in relevant databases, and studies were selected based on predefined inclusion criteria. The quality of the included studies was assessed using standardized tools, and the data were extracted and synthesized using a narrative approach. The findings highlight the growing adoption of digital health technologies in nursing practice, education, and research, as well as the barriers and facilitators to their implementation in the Saudi context. The review also identifies the key competencies and educational strategies for preparing a nursing workforce that is skilled in informatics and digital health. The study provides recommendations for policy, practice, and research to accelerate the integration of nursing informatics in Saudi Arabia's healthcare system and align with Vision 2030 objectives.