The Role of Telenursing in Addressing Nursing Sector Challenges and Improving Healthcare in Saudi Arabia

Abstract

The healthcare sector has undergone a major transformation due to technological advancements, and telenursing is one of the most important manifestations of this transformation. Telenursing relies on the use of digital devices such as smartphones and remote monitoring devices to deliver nursing and healthcare services in innovative and effective ways. In Saudi Arabia, the shortage of nursing staff is one of the biggest challenges, with Saudi nationals making up only about 38% of the total nurses. Saudi Vision 2030 represents an opportunity to adopt telenursing technologies to expand the scope of healthcare, improve its efficiency, and reduce costs. This review aims to highlight the role of telenursing in improving the quality of healthcare, addressing the shortage of nursing staff, and enhancing the patient experience, especially during health crises.