In any healthcare facility, there are probably employees from the silent generation, baby boomers, Generation X and Generation Y. Each generation brings its own expectations, motivations, behaviors and work styles, according to an article on the FacilityCare website.

Smart healthcare organizations are capitalizing on the benefits of age diversity and using it as a competitive advantage. Employing experienced workers can be highly beneficial, yet attracting new talent is equally vital.

There are also practical implications in designing space to meet the varied needs reflected in each generation, the article said. For instance, healthcare organizations can create spaces that support a culture of mentoring and enhance collaboration.

Also, with a multigenerational workforce, facilities must provide furnishings that support more varied definitions of comfort as well as a wider range of ergonomics.

Read the article.