Ten ways to retain per diem staff

Area of Science:

• Healthcare Management
• Nursing Workforce Studies

Background:

• Part-time staff are crucial in home care.
• Unique challenges exist in recruiting and retaining these employees.

Purpose of the Study:

• To provide actionable recommendations for improving part-time staff recruitment.
• To offer strategies for enhancing part-time staff retention in home care settings.

Main Methods:

• Qualitative insights derived from personal experience.
• Reflections on roles as a part-time home care staff nurse.
• Analysis of experiences as a former home care manager.

Main Results:

• Identified specific recruitment barriers for part-time home care nurses.
• Highlighted key factors influencing the retention of part-time home care staff.
• Developed practical suggestions for addressing identified challenges.

Conclusions:

• Implementing targeted strategies can improve part-time staff recruitment and retention.
• Managerial and staff-level perspectives are vital for effective workforce planning.
• Proactive approaches are essential for a stable home care workforce.