(July 2021) – This article was published by the Kansas Hospital Association in the June 25th issue of KHA's Current Report newsletter.

Published this week, the Kansas Health Care Workforce Report information is gathered from various sources to help Kansas Hospital Association members illustrate health care workforce challenges and advocate for initiatives that overcome barriers. The 2021 KHA Workforce Survey is the primary resource; providing vacancy and turnover rates for 32 positions and highlighting those most in-demand statewide and regionally. With this information, hospital and health system leaders gain a better understanding of the current workforce environment as well as what to expect in the future. The data is designed to inform strategies for recruitment and retention to ensure Kansas hospitals have the capacity to support the health of their local communities.