The number of professional nurses and midwives employed in hospitals in Chile has shown a general upward trend from 2013 to 2023, reaching 24.67 thousand full-time equivalents in 2023. From 2013 to 2023, the sector experienced an average annual growth rate (CAGR) of approximately 6.82%. Notably, there were significant jumps in employment figures in 2022 and 2020, with year-on-year increases of 16.62% and 4.76% respectively. Despite a slight dip in 2015, the overall trend has been positive.
Moving forward, forecasts from 2024 to 2028 indicate continued growth at a more moderate pace, with an estimated average annual growth rate (CAGR) of 4.26%. By 2028, the number of employed nurses and midwives is projected to rise to 32.31 thousand.
Future trends to watch for include potential effects of healthcare policy changes, technological advancements in medical fields, and shifts in population demographics which could impact demand for hospital staffing. Additionally, any major public health issues or societal changes could also influence employment numbers in this sector.
