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A resolution approving a contract between The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, acting by and through the Metropolitan Board of Health, and Trevecca Nazarene University to provide clinical and non-clinical opportunities for its nursing students.
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WHEREAS, it is to the mutual benefit of Trevecca Nazarene University and The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, acting by and through the Metropolitan Board of Health, to provide clinical and non-clinical experience opportunities for students enrolled in the nursing program of Trevecca Nazarene University; and,
WHEREAS, Trevecca Nazarene University and The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, acting by and through the Metropolitan Board of Health, have entered into a contract, attached hereto and incorporated herein, to provide clinical and non-clinical experience opportunities for students enrolled in the nursing program of Trevecca Nazarene University; and,
WHEREAS, it is to the benefit of the citizens of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County that this agreement be approved.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE METROPOLITAN GOVERNMENT OF NASHVILLE AND DAVIDSON COUNTY:
Section 1. That the agreement between Trevecca Nazarene University and The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, acting by and through the Metropolitan Board of Health, to provide clinical and non-clinical experience opportunities for students enrolled in nursing program of Trevecca Nazarene University, is hereby approved.
Section 2. That this resolution shall take effect from and after its adoption, the welfare of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County requiring it.
Agenda Analysis
Analysis
This resolution approves a contract between the Metropolitan Board of Health and Trevecca Nazarene University to provide clinical and non-clinical opportunities for its nursing students. According to the terms of the agreement, the Health Department will provide clinical instruction and experiences to students, and students will not be considered employees of the Metropolitan Government.
The university must provide assurances that students are covered by health and professional liability insurance, and the school has agreed to assume responsibility for its students participating in the program.
The term of the agreement begins October 1, 2024, and continues for five years. The agreement may be terminated by either party upon 30 days’ written notice.
Fiscal Note: There is no cost to Metro for the performance of this agreement.