In the United States alone, it is estimated that by 2025, there could be a shortfall of 200,000 to 450,000 nurses for direct patient care—a gap of 10 to 20 percent. Mckinsey report 2023 [1]

One of the greatest challenges facing health systems globally is securing a skilled workforce to meet the increasing demand for care [2]. Staff shortages among nurses and physicians are projected to affect both outpatient and inpatient sectors, with varying degrees of impact on healthcare delivery and patient outcomes. These shortages are straining health systems already grappling with rising healthcare needs and aging populations.

According to a 2022 McKinsey survey, 20 to 38 percent of nurses across Australia, France, Japan, Singapore, the United Kingdom, and the United States reported they were likely to leave their current roles in direct patient care within a year [3]. The causes are multifaceted, including burnout, workload pressures, and insufficient support. Such departures exacerbate the strain on remaining staff, leading to a vicious cycle of overwork and attrition. This shortage has profound implications for patient safety, care quality, and system sustainability.

smartQare addresses these workforce challenges with innovative solutions that enable continuous patient monitoring. By automating vital sign tracking and delivering real-time insights, smartQare reduces the need for frequent manual checks, allowing healthcare providers to focus on meaningful, direct patient care. This technology alleviates staff burden, enhances efficiency, and ensures healthcare systems can cope in the face of growing demand.

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[1] https://www.mckinsey.com/industries/healthcare/our-insights/2024-health-systems-outlook-a-host-of-challenges-ahead
[2] Winter, V., Schreyögg, J., & Thiel, A. (2020). Hospital staff shortages: Environmental and organizational determinants and implications for patient satisfaction. Health Policy, 124(4), 380-388.
[3] https://www.mckinsey.com/industries/healthcare/our-insights/virtual-hospitals-could-offer-respite-to-overwhelmed-health-systems#/