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a. Authorize the Chief Executive Officer for Natividad Medical Center (NMC) or his designee to execute a Student Placement Agreement with California State University, Dominguez Hills with an agreement term of July 1, 2023 through June 30, 2026.
b. Approve the NMC Chief Executive Officer’s recommendation to accept non-standard indemnification and insurance provisions within the agreement.
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RECOMMENDATION:
It is recommended the Board of Supervisors:
a. Authorize the Chief Executive Officer for Natividad Medical Center (NMC) or his designee to execute a Student Placement Agreement with California State University, Dominguez Hills with an agreement term of July 1, 2023 through June 30, 2026.
b. Approve the NMC Chief Executive Officer’s recommendation to accept non-standard indemnification and insurance provisions within the agreement.
SUMMARY/DISCUSSION:
NMC strives to offer the highest quality care and best outcomes to patients and their families.
At the same time, the organization promotes professional development and continuous skill
acquisition among staff for the betterment of the community. One way this is achieved is by supporting clinical education agreements with colleges and universities for specific clinical programs that suit the needs of the organization and the community.
NMC would like to renew the agreement with California State University, Dominguez Hills
for the Clinical Nurse Specialist Program and the Nurse Practitioner Program. This program
directly benefits NMC fill vacant positions for Clinical Nurse Specialists and/or Nurse Practitioners following completion of clinical rotations.
OTHER AGENCY INVOLVEMENT:
The Office of County Counsel has reviewed and approved this agreement as to legal form, and the Auditor-Controller has reviewed and approved as to payment provisions. The agreement has also been reviewed and approved by NMC’s Board of Trustees Executive Committee on July 14, 2023
FINANCING:
There is no cost associated with this agreement.
BOARD OF SUPERVISORS STRATEGIC INITIATIVES:
NMC is dedicated to serving the people of Monterey County and to provide the best possible care to each patient. As a teaching hospital, it is essential to support professional development and upward career mobility through partnership with colleges and universities. Supporting the clinical affiliation with California State University, Dominguez Hills leads to a stronger workforce which strengthens economic development and growth opportunities within Monterey County.
The Clinical Nurse Specialist Program and Nurse Practitioner Program of California State University Dominguez Hills can yield qualified professional Clinical Nurse Specialists (CNS) and Nurse Practitioners (NP), thereby strengthening the pool of medical professionals in the area, and further enhancing healthcare opportunities for Monterey County residents.
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Prepared by: Lourdes Escolta, Director of Nursing Education, 783-2851
Approved by: Charles R. Harris, Chief Executive Officer, 783-2553
Attachments:
Student Placement Agreement with California State University, Dominguez Hills
Attachments on file with the Clerk of the Board