The analysis of European practising nurses in millions as of 2023 shows Germany leading with 1.0735 million nurses, followed by the United Kingdom and Italy. Year-on-year growth in 2023 varied, with Austria experiencing significant growth at 10.06%, while Bulgaria and Latvia saw declines. Over the past five years, Germany, Spain, and Switzerland showed steady increases, underlining their stable healthcare systems. In contrast, fluctuations in smaller regions like Liechtenstein and Iceland hint at volatility due to smaller healthcare workforce sizes.
Future trends to watch include digital health advancements and policy changes impacting nursing demand. Countries may need to invest in training to counter the aging workforce and potential shortages in an era increasingly leaning on healthcare innovation.
Top countries in Practising Nurses by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Units (Persons) | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 1,073,500 | 2023 | +2.21% | +2.37% | View data |
| 2 | 2 United Kingdom | 517,360 | 2023 | +0.017% | +0.014% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Italy | 379,370 | 2023 | +1.12% | +1.8% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Spain | 308,240 | 2023 | +2.14% | +2.37% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Netherlands | 201,530 | 2023 | +1.44% | +0.95% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Switzerland | 171,520 | 2023 | +2.53% | +2.75% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Romania | 160,770 | 2023 | +2.49% | +2.73% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Belgium | 135,980 | 2023 | +1.24% | +1.46% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Sweden | 115,230 | 2023 | +0.77% | +0.8% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Norway | 102,510 | 2023 | +1.7% | +1.73% | View data |
