Much has been said about Generation Z and how they differ from their Millennial, Gen X, and Boomer counterparts, but a recent survey by Georgetown University and Bank of America reveals that Gen Z could be uniquely suited for a career in travel nursing and allied health. The “Young adults and workplace wellness” report was conducted last winter and received input from 1,032 full-time workers between the ages of 24 and 35. The age range did include some of the youngest to fall under the Millennial age group.
Flexibility and Time Off
According to the survey, Gen Z wants flexibility and work-life balance, and those priorities dictate whether they will stay with a job or seek employment elsewhere. Almost 50 percent said they would consider new employment for a more flexible work schedule. Those planning to switch jobs cited paid time off (65 percent) and a flexible work schedule (58 percent) among their top influencers. But a whopping 73 percent preferred to carry their benefits from job to job. MedPro Healthcare Staffing offers travel nurses and allied health professionals health, life, vision, and dental insurance, short-term and long-term disability, 401(k), continuing education, and referral bonuses.
The pandemic may have ended, but it reshaped the workforce in ways that are becoming permanent and coincide with the preferences of Gen Z making travel healthcare work an attractive career for many.
“It’s our responsibility as leaders in business to understand the changing nature of work so that we can build a future that enables current and future generations to thrive,” said Paul Almeida, dean and William R. Berkley Chair at Georgetown McDonough.
Just the Stats
When asked if they would choose one employer over another for:
- More Paid Time Off – 65% Yes
- Health Insurance – 53% Yes
- Flexible work schedule/environment – 58% Yes
- Retirement savings plan (401(k), 403(b), IRA) – 46% Yes
Importance for remaining at their current job:
- Increased pay/compensation – 73% Yes
- Opportunity for growth/promotion – 47% Yes
- More flexible work schedule/environment 38% Yes
- Additional/better quality benefits – 39% Yes
- Aligning culture/values – 25% Yes
According to a recent study, with approximately 800,000 registered nurses planning to leave the workforce by 2027 and 100,000 RNs leaving during the COVID-19 pandemic, Gen Z could be arriving at the perfect moment to alleviate workforce shortages. See the complete survey at the Georgetown.edu website.
MPX+
Founded in 1983, MedPro Healthcare Staffing is a Joint Commission-certified provider of temporary and contract healthcare staffing services to facilities across the United States. Travelers can access all of MedPro’s premium jobs through the MedPro Experience+ (MPX+) app. MPX+ puts the power in travelers’ hands. Users have 24/7 real-time access to jobs, applications, credentials, assignment details, and more. They’ll get custom job alerts, one-click apply, and can access their timesheets and view details such as base pay, overtime, and meals per diem.
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