The global nursing workforce exhibits significant variances among countries. In 2023, the United States led with 3.4411 million nurses, followed by Japan and Germany with 1.4328 and 1.211 million respectively. Smaller nations like Slovenia and Slovakia reported considerably lower figures. Year-on-year, notable variations were seen, with Israel and Slovenia experiencing significant growth of 4.94% and 9.04%, while countries like Italy and Slovakia saw declines. Over the last five years, projections highlight more modest growth rates, reflecting regional economic, educational, and healthcare demands.
Future trends to monitor in the global nursing workforce include:
- Technological advancements influencing the demand for specialized nursing roles.
- Demographic changes, including aging populations, affecting the need for healthcare professionals.
- Global health policies emphasizing workforce expansion and training in emerging markets.
- Migrations of healthcare workers due to economic and political shifts impacting workforce distribution.
Top countries in Number of Nurses Professionally Active by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Units (Persons) | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 United States | 3,441,100 | 2023 | +1.64% | +1.58% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Japan | 1,432,800 | 2023 | +2.27% | +2.42% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Germany | 1,211,000 | 2023 | +1.4% | +1.57% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Italy | 383,630 | 2023 | +0.7% | -1.16% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Poland | 218,690 | 2023 | +0.47% | +2.37% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Sweden | 120,600 | 2023 | +0.88% | +0.57% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Austria | 98,480 | 2021 | View data | ||
| 8 | 8 Finland | 81,590 | 2023 | +1.47% | +1.31% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Denmark | 69,610 | 2023 | +0.86% | +0.96% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Israel | 57,540 | 2023 | +4.54% | +4.94% | View data |
