N.U.R.S.E.S. embracing artificial intelligence: A guide to artificial intelligence literacy for the nursing...

Area of Science:

• Nursing Informatics
• Healthcare Artificial Intelligence
• Digital Health Literacy

Background:

• Artificial intelligence (AI) is increasingly transforming healthcare delivery.
• Nurses require AI literacy to navigate its impact on clinical practice and patient care.
• A structured framework is needed for AI integration in nursing.

Purpose of the Study:

• To introduce a framework for AI literacy in nursing.
• To empower nurses with the knowledge and skills for AI utilization.
• To guide nurses in the ethical and strategic application of AI in healthcare.

Main Methods:

• The study outlines the Navigate AI basics, Utilize AI strategically, Recognize AI pitfalls, Skills support, Ethics in action, and Shape the future (NURSE-AI) framework.
• Emphasis on understanding AI fundamentals and its practical implications.
• Integration of AI education in both academic and clinical settings.

Main Results:

• Nurses can leverage AI for enhanced decision-making and improved patient care.
• Awareness of AI benefits, such as efficiency, and challenges, including data bias, is essential.
• Ethical considerations and continuous skill development are highlighted.

Conclusions:

• Nurses are pivotal in shaping the future of AI in healthcare.
• AI literacy enables nurses to confidently and competently apply AI for organizational and patient benefit.
• This guide aims to equip nurses to navigate and build the future of AI in healthcare.