Company Culture
There was dissent between some of the departments and feelings of being treated differently or unfairly
Support from management
There was dissent between some of the departments and feelings of being treated differently or unfairly
Teamwork
Teamwork was critical on busy days
Freedom to work independently
Very little of the job was performed in a monitored setting
Internal Communication
There was a lot of communication, especially by voice and email
Gender Equality
Majority of employees and managers were women
Attitude towards older colleagues
No age discrimination noted
Career Development
Advancement opportunities were very limited
Overall compensation for your work
Other healthcare situations usually have additional compensation for charge nurse. Not the case here.
Office / Work Environment
Building was usually cooler on off shifts
Environmental Friendliness
Recycling was strongly encouraged
Work-Life Balance
Shift work can be challenging to maintaining balance
Company Image
I think it's the best hospice company in the area
Job Security
It was more stable in the past but became less so over time
Handicapped Accessibility
Office was accessible but most work performed in private homes and accessiblity could be a problem
Workplace Safety
Required to make home visits regardless of weather
Challenging Work
There were often a lot of challenges to overcome in completing all work in the given time period
Inclusive / Diverse
Management was open to ideas
Suggestions for improvement
- There needs to be better coordination between certain departments and shifts to minimize stress for all involved.
What I like about the company
Management recognized my dedication and work ethic, and ability to shine in my role.
What I dislike about the company
There was frequent turnover in key management positions, which meant having to prove myself and my abilities over and over to new people.
