Central Baptist Hospital has been named a winner in the first “Best Places to Work in Kentucky” competition. The Kentucky Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) state council, in conjunction with the Kentucky Chamber of Commerce, announced the winners in the contest, which is sponsored by Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield. The program is a multi-year initiative to motivate companies in the Commonwealth to focus, measure and move their workplace environments toward excellence.

At a luncheon on March 23, Central Baptist was named in the Top 10 in the category of large-sized companies (200 employees or more). Selection is based on an assessment of the company’s employee policies and procedures and the results of an internal employee survey. The survey feedback that all participating companies receive will enable them to develop plans and implement steps necessary to create a great workplace and continue to improve the performance of their business.

The Kentucky SHRM organization consists of 13 local chapters throughout the state, with a membership of approximately 2,800 human resources and business professionals across all industries. Among the prestigious state and local entities endorsing the Kentucky project are: the Kentucky Chamber of Commerce Executives, Kentucky Community and Technical College System, Kentucky Workforce Investment Board, Kentucky World Trade Center, Northern Kentucky Chamber of Commerce and Commerce Lexington. Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield is the presenting sponsor of the competition.

Numerous studies show a strong correlation between profitability and creating a good place to work. The Best Places to Work in Kentucky initiative is based on the famous Fortune magazine list announcing the “100 Best Companies to Work for in America.” In this issue, thousands of companies are assessed annually to compete for this honor.

To find out more about why Central Baptist Hospital ranks as one of the best places to work in the state - and how you can join us - click here. Further details about the Best Places to Work in Kentucky initiative can be found online at www.bestplacestoworkky.com