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I've been aware that there might be generational differences between myself and some younger colleagues. But none of that really matters much, I mean, if I don't get some of their conversational references it's not a big deal, it's just part of life. When I was young I felt a gap between myself and some of my older colleagues. As long as we're working well together I couldn't care about generational stuff around the edges.
I may not have same interests as 20 something nurses, but common ground is the profession itself. I’m 62.
I'm a younger nurse, 7 years into nursing, MSN APRN, working under seasoned nurses with BSN, we're talking at least 10 years all the way up to approximately 30 years...some of which are in leadership. In my opinion, while my education is more advanced than theirs, I can't "compete" with their experience, but to me, it's not a competition. We should be able to help one another learn and grow. I can teach them current EBP and they can share their wisdom and teach me the way things were done when they were fresh out of school all through their careers until now. Professional intimidation and lateral violence is experienced everyday amongst nurses, whether it's student nurses, LPNs, all the way up to DNP. Some people cannot exercise professionalism and it's unfortunate. We all have something to offer and bring to the table. Is it possible to shift your perspective and look at it through a different lens(es)? What if these younger colleagues feel the same as you do, that they aren't as skilled as you despite their education? Maybe they see your work or documentation and emulate what they feel you do well and they can improve on? What if they admire you? Communication, both verbal and non-verbal, is hard and something that should be continuously developed no matter what your level of experience or education. Would it be helpful to maybe compliment things you see them shine at? It's amazing how often we get in our own way! I'm a hugger, so big squeezey hugs 🫂
I know all of us feel like we want to belong. It’s hard not to care. But remember your experience and knowledge is worth a lot. So don’t let the fact that you’re not fitting in with the younger crowd get you down.
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Yess but it’s ok !! We are here to make money do the job and leave ! Don’t stress it
This is so true…new nurses don’t seem to have the same mindset. Just one of the reasons I had no qualms regarding retirement. It’s a different world.
I feel like grandma!!!!! And these young ones are so bougie. Stanley cups for every outfit. I remember that energy and excitement and thought YOU would be the one that fixed everything! Im lucky to fill the stapler correctly....until something happens!
YES! I worked on a medical/surgical floor that was prime real estate for new grads, but I went as a person over 40. There is a different culture when the majority of coworkers are just out of college or still in their 20’s. There were like 2 old battle axe nurses and they left not long after I got there. Now I work on the med/surgical floor at the VA where there is much more of a mixture of ages and races. Much better for me.
Feel like this every day at work and Im 64 and have been a nurse for over 30 of it