Does Ascension pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, Ascension employees rate their compensation and benefits as 3.4 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at Ascension. This rating has improved by 1% over the last 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at Ascension?

60% of Ascension employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated Ascension 3.5 out of 5 for work life balance, 3.5 for culture and values and 3.5 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at Ascension?

Registered Nurse (984) , Registered Nurse, BSN (288) , Patient Care Technician (163) , Medical Assistant (127) , PCT Patient Care Tech (104) , Certified Nursing Assistant CNA (66) , Nurse Practitioner (63) , Analyst (54) , Staff RN (53) , Manager (52) , Pharmacy Technician (52) , Physical Therapist (52) , Certified Medical Assistant (51) , Director (49) , Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) (41)

What are the pros of working at Ascension according to real employee reviews?

"benefits are good and affordable" ((in 544 reviews)); "hybrid great people to work alongside and live life with comp is really good once you get rolling" ((in 382 reviews)); "Coworkers were great and helpful for a first job" ((in 343 reviews)); "The staff is great and friendly" ((in 227 reviews)); "Good work environment and coworkers" ((in 114 reviews))

What are the cons of working at Ascension according to real employee reviews?

"low pay and understaffed" ((in 495 reviews)); "Poor management and organization hospital to hospital" ((in 454 reviews)); "Poor management and leadership." ((in 124 reviews)); "Small raises based on company success" ((in 88 reviews)); "Top down communication poor" ((in 72 reviews))

What are employees saying about Ascension layoffs in 2026?

Explore Glassdoor’s employee reviews to understand what current and former employees are saying about Ascension layoffs and their outlook for job security at Ascension in 2026.

Ascension reviews

3.5

60% would recommend to a friend

(7,652 total reviews)

Eduardo Conrado

46% approve of CEO

50% positive business outlook

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Ascension has an employee rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars, based on 7,652 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The Ascension employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Salud industry (3.4 stars).

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3.0

Apr 4, 2026

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Nurse practitioner

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Supportive team, additional employer supplement to retirement yearly.

Cons

Contract lacked detail, so terms have changed slightly. Pay is not competitive.

Ascension Response

2mo

Thank you for your review! Ascension associates are our greatest strength. We're delighted by your kind words and value your honest feedback. Your dedication as part of our Mission of providing personalized, compassionate care is truly appreciated.

4.0

Apr 1, 2026

Float Pool ED RN

Registered nurse

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Great management in each Emergency Department

Cons

PRN position comes with no benefits

Ascension Response

2mo

Hello. Thank you for taking the time to leave us your valued feedback and for sharing such kind words about your time here with us at Ascension. We wish you the best in your next endeavors. Take care!

4.0

Mar 31, 2026

Pharmacy

Pgy1 pharmacy resident

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Very nice and supportive people.

Cons

There is poor work/life balance, but standard for residency.

Ascension Response

2mo

Hello. Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback with us. We always appreciate hearing kind words about Ascension's staff and teams. We’re wishing you well on your next endeavors. Thank you again.

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