Allegheny Health Network (AHN) and Grove City College are proud to announce a new partnership designed to invest in the next generation of nursing professionals and address the growing demand for skilled nurses in Western Pennsylvania.
Through AHN’s Talent Attraction Program, eligible students in Grove City College’s Johnson School of Nursing who commit to working for two years at an AHN facility following graduation can receive scholarships of up to $10,000 during their final two years of study.
Founded in 2022, AHN's Talent Attraction Program (TAP) is a work-study initiative designed to increase diverse candidates in allied health fields and registered nursing while addressing critical workforce shortages. The program includes a mentorship component, pairing students with seasoned hospital employees for professional and personal support.
The collaboration underscores AHN’s ongoing commitment to strengthening the region’s healthcare workforce and provides Grove City College nursing students with a unique opportunity to begin their careers with financial support and guaranteed placement within a leading health system.
“We are thrilled to partner with Allegheny Health Network to offer this impactful opportunity to our students,” said Dr. Patty Annear, director of the Charles Jr. & Betty Johnson School of Nursing at Grove City College. “This program not only eases the financial burden of nursing education, but it also gives our students a clear and meaningful pathway to begin their careers in a supportive and high-quality healthcare environment.”
“This partnership with Grove City College is a strategic investment in the future of nursing in Western Pennsylvania. By providing financial assistance and mentorship opportunities, we're building a strong pipeline of talented professionals ready to deliver exceptional care within the AHN system,” said Eileen Meade, vice president of growth & mobility, AHN Talent Development & Modernization.
Students interested in learning more and applying for admission into the Johnson School of Nursing at Grove City College can contact Dr. Annear (AnnearPA@gcc.edu) or visit www.gcc.edu/nursing.
The Johnson School of Nursing prepares students to become skilled, compassionate nurses through a distinctive partnership between Grove City College and Butler County Community College that provides the best of both worlds – excellent liberal arts education and top tier clinical training.
Allegheny Health Network, part of Highmark Health, is an integrated healthcare delivery system serving Western Pennsylvania and portions of surrounding states. AHN provides patients with access to a complete spectrum of advanced medical services, including nationally recognized programs for primary and emergency care, cardiovascular disease, cancer care, orthopedic surgery, neurology and neurosurgery, women’s health, diabetes and more.