Great Plains Health and Unitek Learning Partner to Expand Nursing Education Opportunities Across Nebraska

Great Plains Health and Unitek Learning have announced a new partnership focused on expanding access to nursing education and strengthening the long-term healthcare workforce across central and western Nebraska.

The partnership will support the development of an Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) program embedded within Great Plains Health in North Platte. Designed for working adults, healthcare employees, and community members seeking careers in nursing, the program aims to create a more direct pathway into the profession while helping rural communities grow and retain local talent.

"Great Plains Health has always believed the future of healthcare in our region starts with investing in local people and local communities," said Ivan Mitchell, President and CEO of Great Plains Health. "This partnership creates new opportunities for individuals to pursue nursing careers close to home while helping strengthen the long-term future of healthcare across rural Nebraska."

"Great Plains Health is making a meaningful investment in the future of healthcare across rural Nebraska," said Jeff Conlon, CEO, Unitek Learning. "Creating more accessible pathways into nursing education can help strengthen the local workforce, support healthcare providers across the region, and expand opportunities for working adults and community members."