Thank You


By now you’ve had a chance to look at the results of the Employee Engagement Survey. We have much to celebrate at Grandview and Southview. Grandview is at the 90th percentile on the Engagement Index. Southview is at the 89th percentile for percent engaged. These numbers are worth getting excited about.

I enjoyed attending yesterday’s Called to Lead session with many of you. I enjoyed hearing the stories about what is taking place in many of our departments, and the shout-outs to various leaders.

I want to take the opportunity to extend a shout-out to all of you, as well. When we have the kind of results we’re seeing in this survey, it’s very much a reflection of those who serve as leaders. Our employees are engaged in their work and in our organization because they have managers, directors, and executives who they trust, and who create a workplace culture that they can connect with. These results come from your work in building relationships with the people you serve every day.

So thank you for what you do. Thank you for the relationships you build with your team. Thank you for the many hours you spend creating a great place to work. Thank you for the vision you share with those around you, and for enabling and encouraging them to give their best for every patient, family member, and co-worker they serve.

Grandview and Southview are special places because of the people who work here. And these people are a special team because of those of you who lead them. Thank you for all you do!

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