In rural communities, health care thrives through connection, 
education and inspiration. In 2025, Annie Penn Hospital’s 
nursing leadership reached out to students across 
Rockingham County to foster early interest in health care 
careers and strengthen community ties.
Nurse leaders engaged elementary and middle school 
students through interactive experiences. At Monroeton 
Elementary School, students participated in hand hygiene 
activities and practiced CPR skills using a training 
mannequin. These experiences sparked curiosity and 
introduced foundational health care concepts in a 
memorable way, planting early seeds of interest in nursing 
and caregiving professions.
Annie Penn Hospital also hosted 12 Rockingham County 
middle school students who expressed interest in health care 
careers. Students took part in mock emergency code drills, 
surgical scrubbing and gowning exercises, and guided hospital 
tours. The students were able to connect classroom learning 
to real-world practice and began envisioning themselves as 
future health care professionals.
These outreach efforts create a powerful dual impact. 
Students gain early exposure to health care pathways and 
engage with inspiring professionals. At the same time, nurse 
leaders are reinvigorated by the enthusiasm and curiosity of 
young learners, reconnecting with their professional purpose 
and the impact of their work.
By building early career pipelines, fostering interest and 
providing meaningful exposure, Annie Penn Hospital is 
investing in the next generation of health care professionals 
and ensuring the continued strength and vitality of the 
community’s health care system.
Shaping the Next Generation of Health Care Professionals 
Nursing Leaders Connect With Students in Rockingham County
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NURSING IMPACT REPORT 2025

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