Noriyo Colley

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Noriyo Colley is a leading scholar in nursing technology and healthcare innovation, whose work critically examines the integration of robotic and automated systems into clinical practice. Her research primarily focuses on the intersection of nursing workforce challenges, patient care quality, and emerging technologies. Colley’s most influential contribution is her landmark integrative review, “The use of robots and other automated devices in nurses’ work” (2019), which has garnered 60 citations and remains a foundational reference in the field. This study systematically mapped how robots are deployed in nursing—from medication delivery to patient monitoring—while highlighting gaps in evidence regarding their impact on workload, safety, and ethical considerations. By synthesizing diverse international findings, Colley provided the first comprehensive framework for evaluating robotic adoption in healthcare settings, influencing subsequent policy discussions and research agendas. Her work is notable for bridging engineering perspectives with nursing expertise, ensuring that technological advancements align with human-centered care. Colley’s scholarship continues to shape debates on automation’s role in addressing nursing shortages, making her a pivotal voice in the future of healthcare delivery.