A Study on the Knowledge Gap Regarding the Influence of Artificial Intelligence on Nursing Student?s Learning and Professional Development

Sandhyarani Mahapatro, Monalisha Padhi

Abstract: The growing presence of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in healthcare and education is reshaping how nursing students learn and evolve professionally. It is evident that while AI-driven tools-such as virtual simulations and adaptive learning systems-promise a more interactive and personalized learning experience, many nursing institutions still struggle to integrate them meaningfully into their curricula. This suggests that students may be developing an uneven understanding of AI's potential and limitations, which could affect their readiness for clinical practice in increasingly digital healthcare environments. The study takes a closer look at this knowledge gap, highlighting how exposure, awareness, and confidence toward AI vary among nursing students. What stands out is the need for a deliberate rethinking of nursing pedagogy-one that balances traditional clinical training with digital literacy and critical engagement with intelligent technologies. The findings point toward a future where nursing education must evolve hand in hand with technological innovation, ensuring that nurses are not merely users of AI systems but informed collaborators in shaping their ethical and practical applications in patient care.

Keywords: Artificial Intelligence, nursing education, digital literacy, clinical training, professional development

How to Cite?: Sandhyarani Mahapatro, Monalisha Padhi, "A Study on the Knowledge Gap Regarding the Influence of Artificial Intelligence on Nursing Student?s Learning and Professional Development", Volume 14 Issue 10, October 2025, International Journal of Science and Research (IJSR), Pages: 1475-1482, https://www.ijsr.net/getabstract.php?paperid=SR251022130211, DOI: https://dx.doi.org/10.21275/SR251022130211