Pender Community Hospital earns prestigious 5-Star Rating from the National Rural Rating System and named to National Rural Honor Roll

Pender, Neb. (November 25, 2024) – Pender Community Hospital is proud to announce that it has been awarded a prestigious 5-star rating by the National Rural Rating System (NRRS), a program recognizing dedication and excellence in rural healthcare, as well as being named to the National Rural Honor Roll.

“We are honored to be one of only three facilities in Nebraska to receive a 5-star rating from the National Rural Rating System and to be named to the National Rural Honor Roll,” said Laura Gamble, CEO at Pender Community Hospital. “These achievements reflect the passion and dedication of our incredible team at Pender Community Hospital. Our vision to be ‘the best place to get care and the best place to give care’ comes to life every day through their unwavering commitment to excellence, ensuring we deliver outstanding care to our community.”

The 5-star rating reflects Pender Community Hospital’s ongoing commitment to meet the unique healthcare needs of the rural community it serves. This recognition highlights the hospital’s success in providing outstanding medical services, despite the challenges often faced by rural healthcare facilities.

“These awards really shine a spotlight on the heart and hard work that our rural hospitals bring to their communities,” says Brock Slabach, COO of the National Rural Health Association. “Rural healthcare comes with unique challenges, and reaching this level of excellence shows not only the clinical expertise but also the deep commitment these hospitals have to the people they serve. This recognition celebrates rural healthcare as a source of strength, compassion, and healing—right where it’s needed most.”

Pender Community Hospital extends its heartfelt thanks to its dedicated team of healthcare professionals, whose tireless efforts and unwavering commitment to patient care have made this achievement possible.

The National Rural Honor Roll was created to honor rural and critical access hospitals and clinics that consistently deliver exceptional healthcare, showcasing them as leaders in patient-centered care within their communities. Facilities included on the Honor Roll receive recognition for their dedication and excellence that sets them apart, demonstrating their commitment to patient well-being.

For more information visit RuralRatings.US.