European Nursing Professionals and Midwives by Country

In 2023, among European countries, Norway led with 852.62 full-time equivalents per hundred thousand persons, showing a 1.23% increase compared to the previous year. While Denmark and Austria also reported increases, Belgium and Malta saw declines of -0.21% and -1.78%, respectively. Notably, Lithuania and Ireland experienced notable growth, particularly Ireland with a 3.61% rise. Conversely, Romania saw a 4.18% increase, signaling improvements, albeit from a lower baseline at 71.01 units. Liechtenstein recorded the highest growth rate at 4.88%, despite its small size. Germany's rise of 2.65% is significant for its large population base.

Looking ahead, the focus will likely remain on sustaining growth in nursing professionals and midwives across Europe, emphasizing countries with low baseline density, such as Serbia and Romania. Investments in healthcare infrastructure and policies encouraging workforce growth will be crucial to addressing demographic shifts and increasing healthcare demands. Observing variations year-on-year will provide strategic insights into achieving balanced healthcare systems across the region.