Artificial Intelligence and Nursing Profession: Driving Sustainable Healthcare in the Digital 5.0 Era

Wipada Kunaviktikul

Authors

Wipada Kunaviktikul Panyapiwat Institute of Management

Keywords:

Artificial Intelligence, Nursing, Digital 5.0, Healthcare, Ethical in AI applications

Abstract

The technological transformations of the 21st century have been a driving force propelling society into the Digital 5.0 or Society 5.0 era. This era focuses on the seamless integration of the physical and virtual worlds with the ultimate goal of solving societal problems and improving people's lives. As the core of the healthcare system, the nursing profession faces an urgent need to adapt effectively to this disruptive trend. This academic article aims to analyze the role of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in nursing, covering four key dimensions: nursing education, patient care, nursing administration, and nursing research. It seeks to debunk the misconception that AI will replace nurses, demonstrating that AI serves as an empowering tool that reduces administrative burdens and gives nurses more time to dedicate to patient care. Furthermore, the article delves into the complex ethical issues associated with the application of AI and presents solutions aligned with international standards from leading organizations. This article emphasizes the transition of nurses' roles in the digital age from "task implementers" to "strategic leaders" and "ethical overseers". In conclusion, the intelligent, ethical, and creative integration of AI technology is the key factor that will shape the future of the nursing profession, ensuring its sustainability while preserving the value of compassionate care.

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