Nursing interns’ perception about artificial intelligence applications in nursing

Abstract

Background In the rapid transition of healthcare, nurse interns must respond rapidly to changing technology, as they are newcomers and future nurses to provide patients with good quality care and to stay relevant in the competitive market. The study aimed to assess nursing interns’ perception of artificial intelligence applications in nursing. Study design A descriptive design was utilized in this study. Sample A convenience sample of 420 nurse interns. Setting This study was carried out at Cairo University hospitals at different ICUs where nurse interns were trained. Tools Two tools were used to collect the study data as follows: (1) Personal and work-related data form and (2) Artificial intelligence (AI) technology questionnaire. Results The main findings illustrated that the highest percentage (47.5%) of nursing interns had a low level of total perception about AI applications in nursing, more than one-third (34.8%) had a moderate level, while the lowest percentage (17.7%) had a high level of total perception about AI applications in nursing. Conclusion Accordingly, it can be concluded that nurse interns generally had a low perception of AI applications in nursing across all dimensions, with the highest mean percentage related to attitudes and feelings toward AI. Recommendations Increase nursing interns’ awareness and preparation with the knowledge and skills necessary to work effectively with AI systems and incorporate AI into nursing curricula.