ROCKINGHAM — Richmond County Hospice, Inc. recently announced has been certified by Great Place To Work on their initial attempt. The prestigious award is based entirely on what current employees say about their experience working at the company. This year, 98% of employees said it’s a great place to work – 41 points higher than the average U.S. company.
Great Place To Work is the global authority on workplace culture, employee experience, and the leadership behaviors proven to deliver market-leading revenue, employee retention and increased innovation.
“Great Place To Work Certification is a highly coveted achievement that requires consistent and intentional dedication to the overall employee experience,” says Sarah Lewis-Kulin, the Vice President of Global Recognition at Great Place To Work. She emphasizes that certification is the sole official recognition earned by the real-time feedback of employees regarding their company culture.
“By successfully earning this recognition, it is evident that Richmond County Hospice, Inc. stands out as one of the top companies to work for, providing a great workplace environment for its employees,” they said.
“Receiving the Great Place To Work certification is especially meaningful for our organization because it reflects the culture we’ve built together- one rooted in compassion, purpose, and community,” said Kristina Leyden, CEO. “Our team is the foundation of the care we provide, and when we support them well, they are able to deliver extraordinary care to the patients and families who depend on us.”
RCH said the following in a released statement:
At Richmond County Hospice, we believe our employees are our greatest asset, and that belief is reflected in the culture we intentionally create each day. We are committed to supporting our team through a positive and engaging work environment that values both professional excellence and personal well-being.
We promote a healthy work-life balance, offer opportunities for professional growth through ongoing education and development, and recognize excellence through initiatives such as our DOVE program, which honors the compassion and dedication of our staff. We also encourage community involvement by supporting volunteerism and service on local boards, strengthening both individual fulfillment and our connection to the communities we serve.
These efforts have fostered a strong, family-like culture where employees feel valued, supported, and empowered. As a result, we have achieved high employee satisfaction and exceptional retention, reinforcing our commitment to being not only a provider of exceptional care, but also an employer of choice. According to Great Place To Work research, job seekers are 4.5 times more likely to find a great boss at a Certified great workplace. Additionally, employees at Certified workplaces are 93% more likely to look forward to coming to work, and are twice as likely to be paid fairly, earn a fair share of the company’s profits and have a fair chance at promotion.