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Registered Nurse

AI assists nurses with patient monitoring, medication scheduling, and documentation. However, hands-on patient care, clinical judgment at the bedside, and human compassion are irreplaceable.

3.2M current workers
Major disruption: After 2035
29%Automation Risk

Low Risk

Automation Risk Trajectory

Historical progression and projected automation risk for Registered Nurses through 2030

What AI Is Replacing

  • Vital sign monitoring and alerts
  • Medication scheduling
  • Clinical documentation
  • Patient risk scoring

What Humans Still Own

  • Physical patient care
  • Emotional support and advocacy
  • Complex clinical assessment
  • Care coordination

Top Skills to Develop Now

Health informaticsAI-assisted clinical decision supportTelehealth nursing
Sources: American Nurses Association (2023), McKinsey Global Institute (2023)

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