Embracing a Multigenerational Workforce: A School Nursing Perspective

There are four generations of nurses in the current workforce. This article reviews the opportunities and challenges of multigenerational nursing practice through the lens of school nursing. Each generation of school nurses brings its unique characteristics to the specialty practice. The success of generational diversity in nursing can be attributed to embracing each group’s nuances, needs, and contributions. There are possibilities for mutual mentorship between the generations, as each group brings their talents, skills, and passion to their practices. It will be foundational in nursing, regardless of specialty, to embrace the idea of the multi or intergenerational nursing workforce. The future of a robust nursing profession requires acceptance, integration, and welcoming of all voices and stages of practice, as well as innovative ideas.