Document Type

Article

Publication Date

12-2009

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This article has been peer reviewed. It is the authors' final version prior to publication in Nursing Economic$ Volume 27, Issue 6, December 2009, Pages 408-415. Copyright © Jannetti Publications, Inc. .

Abstract

Executive Summary:

Ambulatory care faces challenges in sustaining a nursing workforce in the future as newly licensed nurses are heavily recruited to inpatient settings and retirements will impact ambulatory care sooner than other areas.

Building a diverse team by recruiting nurses of different ages (generations) and skills may result in a more successful and robust organization.

Knowledge about generational characteristics and preferences will aid nurse leaders and recruiters in attracting high-quality, talented nurses.

Nurses of Generations X and Y can increase their likelihood of success in ambulatory care by better understanding intergenerational issues.

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