There are various methods that can be used in workforce planning, and these are particularly important when maintaining positions that are considered a workforce shortage. Understanding the importance of this organizational strategy to ensure supply and demand are being met is crucial to success. This week's discussion requires a two-part response - First, briefly describe 2-3 workforce planning initiatives, and how these initiatives benefit an organization. Second, choose a healthcare profession that is currently considered a shortage or hard-to-fill position. Answer the following: Describe the profession or role chosen. What are the trends behind this workforce shortage? How does it impact safety and quality? What steps can be taken to recruit people for this position? Describe a few retention strategies you would implement for retaining people in this role? What metrics would you use to monitor recruitment and retention? Describe the future predictions of this position in healthcare