Dardanelle Regional Medical Center has received two 2025 Guardian of Excellence Awards® for Employee Experience from Press Ganey. This achievement marks four consecutive years that employee engagement at Dardanelle Regional has ranked above the 90th percentile nationally. 

The Guardian of Excellence Awards are part of Press Ganey’s annual ranking of the nation’s top hospitals and health systems based on performance in employee experience. 

"Dardanelle Regional is showing what it truly means to deliver compassionate, person-centered care,” said Patrick T. Ryan, Chairman and CEO of Press Ganey. “Their deep commitment to both patients and caregivers is creating a culture where empathy drives action—and where people feel seen, heard, and supported. It’s a privilege to stand beside them on this journey.” 

As a recipient of the Press Ganey Guardian of Excellence Awards®, Dardanelle Regional Medical Center ranks in the top 5 percent of hospitals nationwide for employee engagement. This distinction highlights a workplace culture where team members feel valued, supported, and proud of the care they provide to patients and the community. 

“This achievement reflects the intentional culture our employees create every day,” said Alan Finley, President of Dardanelle Regional Medical Center. “At Dardanelle Regional, we bring together compassionate people and a shared commitment to our community to deliver care that is highly intentional and personal. We are proud to invest in initiatives that support employee well-being and connection, because exceptional patient experiences begin with our people.”