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However, there remains a lack of quantitative analysis regarding nurses\u2019 perceptions and experience with these ICT tools.<\/jats:p>\n<\/jats:sec>\n\nPurpose<\/jats:title>\nThis survey study aimed to assess nurses\u2019 experience and satisfaction with ICT tools during the COVID-19 pandemic.<\/jats:p>\n<\/jats:sec>\n\nMethods<\/jats:title>\nRegistered nurses were recruited into this questionnaire-based cross-sectional study. Questions about organizational ICT training and support, impact on patient care, and ICT perception were asked.<\/jats:p>\n<\/jats:sec>\n\nResults<\/jats:title>\nA total of 237 nurses completed and returned the questionnaire. The majority of nurses reported that ICT tools support instant consultation and communication with patients (62.0%). ICT tools\u2019 suitability and effectiveness of features were 6.40\u2009\u00b1\u20091.72 and 6.10\u2009\u00b1\u20091.73, respectively. Nurses\u2019 attitudes and perceived benefits of the ICT tools scored 3.59\u2009\u00b1\u20090.81 and 3.52\u2009\u00b1\u20090.87, respectively. The mean system usability score was 52.75\u2009\u00b1\u200911.75. Subgroup analyses highlighted the influence of ICT training, support, concerns about patient safety, and user anxiousness on the scores.<\/jats:p>\n<\/jats:sec>\n\nConclusion<\/jats:title>\nParticipants identified equipment, infrastructure, and workflow changes as major issues in ICT use, which require organizational efforts for improvement.<\/jats:p>\nAddressing data utility and security concerns through policy initiatives is also imperative. 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