Unionized Nurses in Bay Area Raise Concerns Over AI in Healthcare

Unionized nurses in the Bay Area are expressing concerns about the increased use of artificial intelligence (AI) in healthcare and its potential impact on patient safety. Nurses are advocating for greater transparency and involvement in the deployment of AI technologies to minimize risks. They fear that without proper oversight and accountability, AI could be used to replace nurses and prioritize profits over patient care. While some healthcare employers like Kaiser Permanente claim to rigorously test their AI programs for safety and accuracy, nurses have raised concerns about issues like inaccurate alarms and missed patient health deterioration. Experts acknowledge the potential benefits of AI in healthcare but stress the need for greater safeguards and collaboration among health systems. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tonyphoang/message