Frequently Asked Questions
Here are some commonly asked questions about working at A.G. Rhodes. Still have questions? Please contact us.
As one of Atlanta’s oldest nonprofit organizations and most trusted leaders in senior care, we promote a culture of exceptional care not only for our elders, but for our team members. We are compassionate, inclusive, empowering, family-oriented, and innovative. We strive to make sure you have the best experience possible.
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Employees are eligible for most benefits after 30 days of employment.
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Part-time employees are eligible for one paid holiday, PTO, our wellness program, pet insurance, our matching 403b program and our leadership development program. Employees who work a minimum of 30 hours per week are also eligible to participate in our voluntary benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
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Each year we offer a Nursing Education Scholarship and up to two scholarship recipients per community are selected by the community’s Scholarship Committee to receive funds to reimburse expenses incurred for tuition, books and labs during their course of study.
Additionally, some employees may be considered to attend approved training programs for job proficiency, and financial assistance for tuition, books and supplies for such programs may be provided.
Performance evaluations are typically completed on an annual basis and full-time and part-time employees are eligible for a pay increase at that time based on their performance.
As one of Atlanta’s oldest nonprofit organizations, A.G. Rhodes has been in this community for nearly 120 years. We were one of the first nursing organizations to be licensed in Georgia and we’re one of only a few nonprofit nursing homes in the state. We have a long-standing reputation as one of the most trusted leaders in senior care, and we will continue our legacy of excellence well into the future.
Our employees are the foundation of A.G. Rhodes and we focus on opportunities to help staff grow and advance in their careers. For example, our one-of-a-kind Leadership Development Program is tailored to front-line staff as a pathway for business management or clinical management roles in health care. This unique and competitive program promotes equity and inclusion by providing training, mentorships and advancement opportunities to equip employees with the skills and resources to pursue leadership opportunities.
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Thanks to more streamlined hiring and onboarding processes, staff can usually begin working within 1-2 weeks after interviewing.
Yes, we typically do 4 days of training, but for new graduates we will do 2 to 4 weeks of on-the-job training.
We continuously maintain excellent staff-to-patient ratios.
Employees can choose what color or pattern of scrubs they wear as long as they aren’t branded with another company’s name or logo. We also offer opportunities for jean days, spirit wear days, and more.
Unless otherwise specified in the job description, full-time and part-time employees are required to work every other weekend.
Because we provide 24/7 direct nursing care and interact with elders every day, most positions require that staff be onsite.
Yes, all three of our locations are accessible via public transportation.
Yes all applicants must complete the A.G. Rhodes job application through ADP.
Though not required at this time, we strongly recommend that care partners be fully vaccinated against COVID-19.
As a mission-driven, nonprofit organization with nearly 120-years serving our community’s seniors, A.G. Rhodes has been recognized as a provider and employer of choice. We promote a family-like environment that contributes to lower employee turnover rates and higher staff satisfaction as compared to other long-term care providers. And, in addition to offering competitive pay, we offer more comprehensive and valuable benefits than many of our competitors:
- We pay over 80% of your health insurance premium.
- We offer a matching retirement plan.
- We offer 10 paid holidays.
- We offer a unique employee wellness program where you can earn rewards
- We even offer pet insurance!
Yes, we have an internal agency of nursing staff called A.G. Rhodes Care Solutions, where staff work at all three locations to fill staffing needs.
We support your professional and personal development and will do our best to accommodate your schedule.
Throughout its nearly 120-year history, A.G. Rhodes has innovated and grown to accommodate a growing number of older adults who need our services. We will continue to explore opportunities to improve our model of care and extend our reach in the communities we serve.
Most employees will tell you that it’s our family-like environment and culture of care. But don’t take it from us, see what some of our employees have to say.