EXPLORING THE IMPACT OF TECHNOLOGY ON NURSING PRACTICE: A CROSS-SECTIONAL STUDY AT SHAIKH ZAYED HOSPITAL, LAHORE

Abstract

Introduction: Technology integration in nursing has transformed clinical workflows and patient outcomes. This study evaluates how technology influences nursing practices in a tertiary care hospital. Objective: To assess the impact of healthcare technology on nursing practice, including its effects on efficiency, patient safety, communication, and nurse perceptions. Methods: A cross-sectional analytical study was conducted with 240 registered nurses at Shaikh Zayed Hospital Lahore using a Likert-scale questionnaire. Descriptive statistics, chi-square, t-tests, and ANOVA were used for analysis (SPSS v20).
Results: Technology positively influenced documentation accuracy, communication, and time management. Nurses with 6–10 years of experience showed higher confidence in EHR use. Gender and age did not significantly impact perception, though education level correlated with perceived improvements in patient safety (p=0.002). Conclusion: Technology significantly improves nursing efficiency and safety but also presents challenges such as overload and insufficient training. Continuous professional development and structured implementation are recommended.