Managing new generations in the workplace always comes with challenges, and Gen Z healthcare workers are no exception. While retention strategies can help keep your workforce strong, Gen Z workers may need personalized management strategies to succeed.
What Makes Gen Z Different
This generation of workers is focused on learning and career development, utilizing the latest technology to provide excellent patient care, and being socially conscious while working for socially responsible employers, according to MedCity News.
Gen Z prioritizes work-life balance and this is their top consideration when choosing an employer, according to a Deloitte survey. And research shows Gen Z employees stay at their companies 18% longer than millennials.
Leading Gen Z Workers
Leaders can respond to Gen Z’s unique traits with practical solutions to support employee engagement and retention. Meeting employees where they are, communicating opportunities that align with their priorities, and creating new ways to engage Gen Z in the workplace can have positive impacts on the workplace.
Lessen the generational gap with these strategies:
- Share learning and career development opportunities from conferences to mentorship opportunities and advanced training when available.
- Support work-life balance when scheduling and accommodating time-off requests.
- Balance using existing systems and trying new tactics to motivate Gen Z employees and meet their needs.
- Acknowledge opportunities to help Gen Z workers build skills they may lack, like verbal communication, self-advocacy, and networking.
About Express Healthcare Staffing
Express Healthcare Staffing is in the business of people. We support local hospitals, clinics, and long-term facilities with exceptional medical professionals seeking new career opportunities. Through an individual approach to healthcare staffing, we help ensure the right fit for both the facility and the professional. For more information, visit ExpressHealthcare.com.
Last Updated on October 30, 2025
