How can intersectoral collaboration and action help improve the education, recruitment, and retention of the health and care workforce? A scoping review

Tancred, Tara ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-8718-5110, Falkenbach, Michelle, Raven, Joanna ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-4112-6959 and Caffrey, Margaret (2024) 'How can intersectoral collaboration and action help improve the education, recruitment, and retention of the health and care workforce? A scoping review'. The International Journal of Health Planning and Management, Vol 39, Issue 3, pp. 757-780.

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Abstract

Inadequate numbers, maldistribution, attrition, and inadequate skill‐mix are widespread health and care workforce (HCWF) challenges. Intersectoral—inclusive of different government sectors, non‐state actors, and the private sector—collaboration and action are foundational to the development of a responsive and sustainable HCWF. This review presents evidence on how to work across sectors to educate, recruit, and retain a sustainable HCWF, highlighting examples of the benefits and challenges of intersectoral collaboration. We carried out a scoping review of scientific and grey literature with inclusion criteria around intersectoral governance and mechanisms for the HCWF. A framework analysis to identify and collate factors linked to the education, recruitment, and retention of the HCWF was carried out. Fifty‐six documents were included. We identified a wide array of recommendations for intersectoral activity to support the education, recruitment, and retention of the HCWF. For HCWF education: formalise intersectoral decision‐making bodies; align HCWF education with population health needs; expand training capacity; engage and regulate private sector training; seek international training opportunities and support; and innovate in training by leveraging digital technologies. For HCWF recruitment: ensure there is intersectoral clarity and cooperation; ensure bilateral agreements are ethical; carry out data‐informed recruitment; and learn from COVID‐19 about mobilising the domestic workforce. For HCWF retention: innovate around available staff, especially where staff are scarce; improve working and employment conditions; and engage the private sector. Political will and commensurate investment must underscore any intersectoral collaboration for the HCWF.

Item Type:	Article
Subjects:	W General Medicine. Health Professions > Health Services. Patients and Patient Advocacy > W 84 Health services. Delivery of health care WA Public Health > Health Administration and Organization > WA 590 Health education, Health communication
Faculty: Department:	Clinical Sciences & International Health > International Public Health Department
Digital Object Identifer (DOI):	https://doi.org/10.1002/hpm.3773
SWORD Depositor:	JISC Pubrouter
Depositing User:	JISC Pubrouter
Date Deposited:	08 Feb 2024 14:10
Last Modified:	16 Sep 2024 09:46
URI:	https://archive.lstmed.ac.uk/id/eprint/23979

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