Dardanelle | Employees: 156 | Industry: Health Care
Dardanelle Regional Medical Center has transformed over the past five years, emerging from financial turmoil and low employee morale to become a beacon of excellence in health care. Partnering with Conway Regional Health System, Dardanelle Regional has consistently achieved employee engagement scores exceeding the 91st percentile, earning Press Ganey’s Employee Experience award in 2023.
The hospital fosters a family culture, supported by programs like One Team Rewards and a robust employee assistance program. Dardanelle Regional actively recruits a diverse workforce, particularly from the local Hispanic community, and supports their cultural events and health fairs. Employees benefit from comprehensive health plans, generous paid-time off, starting at 25 days and capped at 35, and professional development opportunities, including paid certifications and leadership training. The hospital also offers a unique retirement plan with auto-enrollment and deferral escalation to ensure employees reach the target of 10%-15% a year saved for retirement.. Despite challenges like the 2019 flood and the COVID-19 pandemic, Dardanelle Regional has thrived, setting a standard for critical access hospitals.
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