Workforce Planning and Healthcare Service Delivery in Lagos University Teaching Hospital

Oluwabusayo Olanrewaju ONI; Adekunle Olusegun FALOLA

Oluwabusayo Olanrewaju ONI University of Lagos, Akoka, Lagos, Nigeria
Adekunle Olusegun FALOLA University of Lagos, Akoka, Lagos, Nigeria

Keywords: Workforce Planning, Healthcare Service Delivery, Teaching Hospital, Lagos University Teaching Hospital, Strategic HR Practices

Abstract

Workforce planning is a critical strategy for enhancing healthcare service delivery, particularly in teaching hospitals. This study investigated the effect of workforce planning on healthcare service delivery at Lagos University Teaching Hospital (LUTH). A cross-sectional research design and a quantitative approach were adopted, with primary data collected using a structured questionnaire administered to 326 respondents from various departments within the hospital. Regression analysis conducted through the Statistical Package for the Social Sciences (SPSS) was used to test the research hypothesis. The findings revealed a significant effect of workforce planning on healthcare service delivery (F = 29.424, p = 0.000; Beta = 0.289). Despite the limitations of the study, the empirical findings contribute to the understanding of workforce management strategies in healthcare environments. The study underscores the necessity for teaching hospitals to adopt comprehensive workforce planning practices to meet evolving healthcare demands and ensure optimal service delivery.