Pros
VNHC is a well-established and financially stable non-profit with a reputation for providing top-notch home health, hospice, and other services in Santa Barbara. I've worked at VNHC for a few years and anytime I mention where I work to strangers I get a positive response. The best part of working here is the people. It is a surprisingly compassionate workplace, where staff genuinely care for each other and their patients. Compensation feels fair and the benefits package is robust. On the whole, VNHC is a good employer that listens to its employees and focuses on maintaining the quality of its services. It's a nice place to work for a few years.
Cons
I would not classify VNHC as a "fun" place to work. The company's values reflect a traditional, formal, and rigid company culture. Though I personally have a good relationship with my supervisor, there is inconsistency in the quality of leadership at the organization which can make work expectations feel unfairly enforced. VNHC does not offer structured opportunities for career growth, which means staff looking to build their careers have to leave the company to advance. Work/life balance can also be a challenge since the organization is perpetually understaffed.