2026 American Nurse Journal survey infographic

Nurses are on the front lines of patient care, but medical courier delays and errors are creating growing challenges that impact clinical workflows, patient outcomes, and staff efficiency. A recent survey published by American Nurse Journal found that 98 percent of nurses say courier performance affects their work, with delays, specimen recollections, and rescheduled procedures occurring far more frequently than many healthcare leaders realize. These disruptions force nurses to spend valuable time managing logistics instead of caring for patients, while also driving unnecessary costs across health systems.

Download the infographic to learn more about the prevalence of courier-related disruptions, their impact on nursing teams and patient care, and the hidden financial costs associated with unreliable healthcare logistics.