Workforce Solutions

This paper investigates rural health professionals’ usage patterns and experiences with a digital support platform, identifying factors associated with usage and the likelihood of recommending it to colleagues.

This paper describes the development of a new healthcare model to address the detection and prevention of cervical cancer for Aboriginal women in a regional centre in NSW that serves women from a wide catchment area. It examines the use of a nurse practitioner-led model in an outreach context and also as a way of reducing barriers to access for a service. The paper demonstrates how the strength of healthcare partnerships can be the foundation upon which significant barriers in accessing services are addressed.

This paper evaluates the effectiveness of an approach to responding to the need of under-resourced communities by developing the Capability of the diabetes education workforce – specifically clinical skills, confidence to apply them in community practice, and develop supportive connections with colleagues that support their retention.

This paper examines Rural Health Pro, a digital platform addressing health disparities in rural areas. A qualitative study found the platform helps health professionals with professional development and peer connection. It was seen as a way to enhance capability and reduce professional isolation.