Understanding the Millennial nurse manager

Editor's Note

The development and retention of Millennial nurse managers is shaped by understanding the support variables that are important to them, this study finds.

Interviews of a national sample of 25 Millennial nurse managers found they have a unique perspective on role expectations and support.

Seven themes emerged:

• coming into the role
• learning as they go
• having the support of their directors
• making an impact
• helping staff succeed
• managing change.

Understanding the perceptions of these young leaders is needed to create succession and retention planning that meets their needs, the authors say.