Summary
Nurses in New York are concerned about the fast adoption of artificial intelligence (AI) in hospitals, believing it affects their workflow and patient care. They held rallies and testified before the city council to demand safer working conditions and more investment in patient care over technology. The New York State Nurses Association argues that hospitals should focus on improving patient safety rather than using AI mainly for profit.
Key Facts
- Nurses from the New York State Nurses Association (NYSNA) held a rally and testified about AI's impact on November 18, 2025.
- They are concerned that AI is affecting their work and patient safety.
- Nurses demand that hospitals prioritize patient care and safety over technology and profit.
- Maimonides Medical Center stated that they review AI tools with input from clinical staff to improve patient outcomes.
- The NYSNA mentioned federal health care cuts affecting patient care and job security.
- Demonstrations were partly about private hospitals, like Mount Sinai, that nurses believe focus more on profits than on patient care.
- Around 20,000 NYSNA nurses at 12 hospitals may see their contracts expire soon, increasing tensions.
- Nationwide issues for nurses include staffing shortages, safety concerns, and wage disputes.
