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However, the direct impact of AI on clinical outcomes, workflow efficiency, and nursing staff well-being requires further elucidation.<\/jats:p><\/jats:sec><jats:sec><jats:title>Methods<\/jats:title><jats:p>This integrative review synthesized findings from 18 studies published through November 2024 across diverse healthcare settings. Using the PRISMA 2020 and SPIDER frameworks alongside rigorous quality appraisal tools (MMAT and ROBINS-I), the review examined the multifaceted effects of AI integration in nursing. Our analysis focused on three principal domains: clinical advancements and patient monitoring, operational efficiency and workload management, and ethical implications.<\/jats:p><\/jats:sec><jats:sec><jats:title>Results<\/jats:title><jats:p>The review demonstrates that AI integration in nursing has yielded substantial clinical and operational benefits. AI-powered monitoring systems, including wearable sensors and real-time alert platforms, have enabled nurses to detect subtle physiological changes\u2014such as early fever onset or pain indicators\u2014well before traditional methods, resulting in timely interventions that reduce complications, shorten hospital stays, and lower readmission rates. For example, several studies reported that early-warning algorithms facilitated faster clinical responses, thereby improving patient safety and outcomes. Operationally, AI-based automation of routine tasks (e.g., scheduling, administrative documentation, and predictive workload classification) has streamlined resource allocation. These efficiencies have led to a measurable reduction in nurse burnout and improved job satisfaction, as nurses can devote more time to direct patient care. However, despite these benefits, ethical challenges remain prominent. Key concerns include data privacy risks, algorithmic bias, and the potential erosion of clinical judgment due to overreliance on technology. These issues underscore the need for robust ethical frameworks and targeted AI literacy training within nursing curricula.<\/jats:p><\/jats:sec><jats:sec><jats:title>Conclusion<\/jats:title><jats:p>This review demonstrates that AI integration holds transformative potential for nursing practice by enhancing both clinical outcomes and operational efficiency. However, to realize these benefits fully, it is imperative to develop robust ethical frameworks, incorporate comprehensive AI literacy training into nursing education, and foster interdisciplinary collaboration. Future longitudinal studies across varied clinical contexts are essential to validate these findings and support the sustainable, equitable implementation of AI technologies in nursing. 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