International Nurses Day is celebrated annually on May 12th to mark Florence Nightingale’s birthday, the founder of modern nursing. The day offers an opportunity to recognize and appreciate the hard work of nurses around the world. This is especially true for India, where the nursing community faces a myriad of challenges that impact their professional growth, well-being, and the overall quality of healthcare delivery. The theme for this year- “Our Nurses. Our Future” offers a valuable reminder that nurses have a crucial role in providing quality care and health services to people, today and in the future.
Nurses are the backbone of any health care system, providing essential services and enhancing patient care and safety. AI technology has enabled nurses to make decisions faster and with more accuracy, allowing them to deliver personalized care and improve patient outcomes.
By employing AI technology, nurses can make a significant impact on the healthcare industry and bring about positive clinical outcomes for the safety of the patient. Phiberis Basaiawmoit – Nursing Superintendent, Dr. H Gordon Roberts Hospital, Shillong shared her thoughts on the importance of this year’s theme – ” Let us celebrate our role as pioneers, embracing the digital frontier and shaping a future where technology and compassion intertwine to create healthier communities worldwide.”