The current data highlights the United Kingdom as the leading country in Europe for licensed to practice nurses and midwives, with a count of nearly 699,000. Italy and Spain follow, indicating robust healthcare sector representation. The United Kingdom and the Netherlands show modest year-on-year growth, while Serbia and Spain experience substantial increases, suggesting significant healthcare staffing enhancements. In contrast, Lithuania shows a slight decline.
Future trends to watch for in Europe include potential demographic and policy changes that could influence healthcare staffing needs. Noteworthy is the digital transformation in health services, which may alter staffing dynamics, alongside potential economic factors impacting funding and employment dynamics in the sector.
Top countries in Licensed to Practice Nurses and Midwives by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Units (Persons) | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 United Kingdom | 698,980 | 2023 | +0.15% | +0.054% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Italy | 487,710 | 2023 | +1.18% | +0.73% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Spain | 347,880 | 2023 | +2.22% | +2.48% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Belgium | 248,820 | 2023 | +2.15% | +2.17% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Sweden | 234,560 | 2023 | +1.52% | +1.63% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Netherlands | 220,120 | 2023 | +1.97% | +0.54% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Romania | 169,250 | 2023 | +1.36% | +1.46% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Norway | 163,420 | 2023 | +2% | +2.57% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Hungary | 135,460 | 2023 | +1.71% | +1.83% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Finland | 129,830 | 2023 | +1.65% | +1.81% | View data |
