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Managing multiple generations: scenarios from the workplace
1George Washington University, School of Nursing, Washington, DC, USA. sonjah@gwumc.edu
Problem:
The current nursing workforce is composed of multigenerational staff members creating challenges and at times conflict for managers.
Methods:
Generational cohorts are defined and two multigenerational scenarios are presented and discussed using the ACORN imperatives and Hahn's Five Managerial Strategies for effectively managing a multigenerational staff.
Findings:
Communication and respect are the underlying key strategies to understanding and bridging the generational gap in the workplace.
Conclusion:
Embracing and respecting generational differences can bring strength and cohesiveness to nursing teams on the managerial or unit level.
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