Artificial intelligence (AI) in nursing administration: Challenges and opportunities

Area of Science:

• Nursing Administration
• Healthcare Technology
• Artificial Intelligence Applications

Background:

• Artificial Intelligence (AI) is revolutionizing nursing administration, improving efficiency and decision-making.
• Understanding nurses' perspectives on AI is crucial for successful implementation in healthcare.

Purpose of the Study:

• To explore registered nurses' perceptions of AI in Saudi Arabia.
• To identify both the opportunities and challenges associated with AI in nursing administration.

Main Methods:

• A cross-sectional survey was conducted with 202 registered nurses.
• Data analysis included descriptive statistics and correlation analysis to examine relationships between experience, information sources, and AI perception.

Main Results:

• A high percentage of nurses (93.6%) believe AI enhances understanding, and 88.1% feel it improves learning quality.
• Significant positive correlations were observed between years of experience and AI usage (r=0.342, p<0.001).
• Concerns were raised regarding AI's potential to reduce critical thinking (80.7%) and cause job displacement (76.8%).

Conclusions:

• AI offers significant potential to enhance nursing administration and education.
• Addressing nurses' concerns about critical thinking and job security is essential for AI adoption.
• The study highlights the need for comprehensive training, ethical frameworks, and support systems for AI integration in nursing.