Four Generations In Healthcare Organizations

The major concern of today's healthcare organization is having Multigenerational workforce. Today healthcare organizations consists of four distinct generations, Traditionalists, Baby-Boomers, Generation X and Generation Y. These four generations have different working styles, values, priorities and experiences. These diverse groups are causing social, cultural, racial, ethnic, and sexual orientation differences at work place. It is important for healthcare leaders to understand these differences between each generation, and need develop leadership strategies so that these generations can live and works harmoniously together. Traditionalists likes practical experience or on-the-job training, a strong work ethic, and commitment over formal education. Baby boomers are independent and passionate about their work. Gen X gain leverage in the workplace with their academic credentials, technological literacy, self confidence, and aversion to risk. Gen Y like to work in a challenging work environment, with amazing development and training opportunities, and travel possibilities. The U.S healthcare workforce comprises of Traditionalists 9 percent , Baby Boomers 48 percent, Generation X 23 percent …show more content…
Leaders should be adaptable to the diverse workforce and must meet the needs of every generation. Company leaders must create a work environment that encourages teamwork. Human Resources strategies must include performance management systems to address each generation, must provide feedback mechanisms, create flexible work schedules, provide orientation for new employees about organization's policies, present workforce,