The number of professionally active associate professional nurses in 2023 varied significantly across countries. Japan had the highest number with 255.05 thousand, while Iceland had the lowest at 1.95 thousand. Year-on-year changes in 2023 showed a decrease in Japan, Israel, New Zealand, and Iceland, with declines of -3.48%, -4.17%, -2.48%, and -0.66% respectively. In contrast, Canada experienced a growth of 3.11%. The past five years' trends suggest divergent growth rates, with Japan experiencing a larger decline, contrasting with Canada's consistent increase.
Future trends to watch include:
- The potential impact of aging populations on the demand for nursing professionals in countries like Japan and Canada.
- The role of immigration policies in shaping workforce numbers in places such as Canada and New Zealand.
- Technological advancements influencing efficiency and reducing the need for temporary nursing workforce fluctuations.
- The effects of healthcare policy changes on the professional activity of nurses in each country.
Top countries in Number of Associate Professional Nurses Professionally Active by Country
| # | 5 Countries | Units (Persons) | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Japan | 255,050 | 2023 | -3.7% | -3.48% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Canada | 127,560 | 2023 | +2.61% | +3.11% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Israel | 5,750 | 2023 | -4.68% | -4.17% | View data |
| 4 | 4 New Zealand | 2,200 | 2023 | -5.02% | -2.48% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Iceland | 1,950 | 2023 | +1.19% | -0.66% | View data |
