Health systems in the United States are facing a significant challenge: a projected shortage of over 200,000 nurses by the end of the decade.
High turnover, rising patient acuity, and unrelenting demand have stretched frontline teams to their limits, leading to widespread burnout.
"I've seen firsthand that thoughtful design and proactive care coordination can dramatically ease staff pressure,"
said Jim Stringham, Chief Strategy Officer at Drive Health and former leader of government health plans at Banner Health and Magellan Health.
Stringham notes that small interventions, such as coordinating follow-ups or ensuring patients understand their care plans, can help nurses spend more time on direct patient care.
Author's summary: Human-centric AI helps ease hospital strain.