Safer staffing, smarter rostering and flexible workforce supply
Our workforce specialists are experienced in supporting the operational challenges of Nursing Leaders and we are here to help. In our latest guidance article, the Alliance highlights nine practical solutions that support safe and reliable staffing, reduce clinical risk, improve patient flow, and ease the burden on senior nursing leaders.
1. NHS compliant suppliers that preserve quality and safety
Access suppliers on Alliance clinical and non-clinical staffing frameworks that are subject to robust auditing which underpins compliance across the temporary workforce, ensuring safer staffing levels and continuity of high-quality care.
2. Evidence-based decision making
Take advantage of transparent reporting using our extensive workforce data analytics to help you make informed staff management and planning decisions.
3. Effective rostering and acuity-based staffing
Modernise your workforce systems and platforms by accessing suppliers on our Workforce Technology Systems framework that offer ready-to-use rostering systems or bespoke digital solutions to reduce time spent manually managing shifts.
4. Flexibility and responsiveness
Use our consultancy service to find the most appropriate workforce model for your needs such as the implementation of agile Preferred Supplier Lists that are responsive and able to mobilise quickly during challenging times.
5. Aligned with the NHS Long Term Plan
Benefit from a single point of contact that can work collaboratively with your team to understand your challenges and offer solutions that support NHS priorities.
6. Workforce sustainability and retention
Partner with us to develop long-term workforce strategies that include permanent recruitment solutions, occupational health, and learning and training to support substantive recruitment, retention and sustainability.
7. Innovative workforce solutions that meet the changing workforce landscape
Source experienced workforce partners with solutions that address the changing workforce priorities of the NHS. The upcoming launch of our Health Workforce Solutions framework will offer flexible solutions for managing agency staffing cost pressures as well as providing sustainable alternatives to traditional agency staffing models.
8. Advice on staff bank solutions
Request support to identify the most suitable staff bank solution for your organisation, including sourcing specialist suppliers who can fully or partially outsource your staff bank provision.
9. Proudly part of the NHS – we understand your values because we share them
The Alliance partnership between Crown Commercial Service and the four NHS-owned and operated collaborative procurement hubs brings together experience and expertise for the benefit of the NHS. We are part of the NHS, and have been working together since 2019 to combine our experience and expertise for the benefit of the NHS.
How can we help?
If you require support at an individual, trust, regional or ICB level in any aspects of workforce planning and management, reach out to us to learn more about the resources we provide to our NHS colleagues.