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a. Authorize the Interim Chief Executive Officer (“CEO”) for Natividad Medical Center (NMC) or his designee to execute an education agreement with Vanderbilt University for school’s students to obtain clinical experience required by the school’s program, with a three (3) year agreement term effective when signed by both parties;
b. Approve the Interim CEO for NMC’s recommendation to accept non-standard risk provisions (insurance and indemnification); and
c. Authorize the Interim Chief Executive Officer for NMC or his designee to execute up to two (2) future amendments to the agreement which do not significantly alter the scope of work.
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RECOMMENDATION:
It is recommended the Board of Supervisors:
a. Authorize the Interim Chief Executive Officer (“CEO”) for Natividad Medical Center (NMC) or his designee to execute an education agreement with Vanderbilt University for school’s students to obtain clinical experience required by the school’s program, with a three (3) year agreement term effective when signed by both parties;
b. Approve the Interim CEO for NMC’s recommendation to accept non-standard risk provisions (insurance and indemnification); and
c. Authorize the Interim Chief Executive Officer for NMC or his designee to execute up to two (2) future amendments to the agreement which do not significantly alter the scope of work.
SUMMARY/DISCUSSION:
Natividad strives to offer the highest quality care and best outcomes to patients and families. At the same time, the organization promotes professional development and continuous skill acquisition among staff for the betterment of the community. One way we achieve this at Natividad is to support clinical affiliation agreement(s) with colleges and universities for specific clinical programs that suit the needs of the organization and the community it serves. Natividad would like to renew the agreement with Vanderbilt University for the Nurse Practitioner Program. This program can benefit Natividad in terms of talent acquisition following completion of clinical rotation in the event that the hospital needs to fill vacant positions for Nurse Practitioner(s).
OTHER AGENCY INVOLVEMENT:
The Office of County Counsel has reviewed and approved this education agreement as to form. The education agreement has also been reviewed and approved by NMC’s Board of Trustees on November 12, 2021.
FINANCING:
There is no cost associated with this education agreement.
BOARD OF SUPERVISORS STRATEGIC INITIATIVES:
Natividad is dedicated to the people of Monterey County 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 Vanderbilt University leads to a stronger workforce which strengthens economic development and growth opportunities within Monterey County. The Nurse Practitioner Program of Vanderbilt University can yield qualified professional Nurse Practitioners (NP), some of which are likely to reside in Monterey County working as NPs, 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: Maria Lourdes Escolta, Director of Nursing Education, 783-2851
Approved by: Charles R. Harris, Interim Chief Executive Officer, 783-2504
Attachments:
Education Agreement with Vanderbilt University
Attachments on file with the Clerk of the Board