Nursing Employment Contract

NURSING EMPLOYMENT CONTRACT

Parties and Effective Date

Employer Name:

Employee Name:

Agreement Date:

Recitals

This Nursing Employment Contract (the Agreement) sets forth the terms and conditions under which Employer employs Employee as a nurse. Employee accepts employment on the terms set forth below and agrees to perform duties consistent with professional nursing standards, applicable licensure, and Employer policies.

Position, Term, and Schedule

Expected Start Date:

Full-Time    Part-Time    PRN / Per Diem

Duties and Professional Responsibilities

Employee will perform professional nursing duties appropriate to the job title, including but not limited to patient assessment, medication administration, documentation, care coordination, and any duties assigned by the Reporting Manager consistent with Employee's licensure and scope of practice.

Compensation and Benefits

Overtime Eligibility: Eligible    On-Call Pay: Provided

Licensure, Certifications, and Compliance

License Expiration Date:

Employee shall maintain active licensure and required certifications (including BLS/ACLS etc.) and shall provide copies of such credentials upon request. Failure to maintain required licensure constitutes material breach and grounds for immediate termination.

Background Checks, Drug Testing, and Authorization

Applicant expressly authorizes Employer to obtain employment records, professional references, criminal history, and other background information necessary for employment. Consent: I consent to such checks.

Probationary Period

Employee will be on probation for the initial months of employment. During probation Employer may evaluate performance and terminate for cause or for any lawful reason with or without notice consistent with this Agreement.

Confidentiality, HIPAA and Patient Records

Employee shall maintain confidentiality of all patient information and Employer records in accordance with applicable law and Employer policy. Employee acknowledges responsibility for compliance with privacy laws and will execute Employer's confidentiality and HIPAA acknowledgement as required.

Termination and Notice

Except where otherwise stated, this Agreement may be terminated by either party for any reason upon written notice. Employer reserves the right to terminate immediately for cause, including but not limited to loss of licensure, breach of confidentiality, willful misconduct, or patient safety concerns.

Restrictive Covenants and Post-Termination Obligations

To the extent enforceable, Employee agrees that for a period of months following termination, Employee will not solicit Employer's patients or induce Employer personnel to terminate their relationship with Employer within a mile radius of Employer's primary practice locations. These obligations are limited by time and geographic scope and are subject to applicable law.

Indemnification and Liability

Employee shall perform duties consistent with standards of care. Employer will maintain malpractice insurance as described in the benefits summary. Employee agrees to cooperate with Employer in defense of claims and to report incidents promptly. To the extent permitted by law, Employee shall indemnify Employer for willful misconduct or gross negligence.

Governing Law; Dispute Resolution

Any dispute arising under this Agreement shall be governed by the laws of the governing state and subject to the dispute resolution procedures specified by Employer policy and applicable law.

Employment History (Most Recent)

Dates Employed:

Dates Employed:

Education and Credentials

Graduation Date:

Professional References

Legal Disclosures and Acknowledgements

At-Will Employment: Nothing in this Agreement shall be construed to create a contract for employment for any specific duration except where otherwise required by law. Employment is at-will and either party may terminate the employment relationship at any time for any lawful reason, unless otherwise prohibited by statute.

Equal Opportunity: Employer is an equal opportunity employer. Hiring, promotion, compensation and all other employment decisions are made without regard to protected characteristics under applicable law.

I acknowledge that I have received and will comply with Employer policies and procedures.

Applicant Certification and Authorization

I certify that all information provided in connection with my employment, including on prior applications and in this Agreement, is true, complete and accurate. I understand that any misrepresentation or omission may result in denial of employment or termination.

Authorization: I authorize Employer to contact prior employers and references and to conduct background and credential verification as permitted by law.

Certification: I certify that all statements made are true and complete.

Additional Terms

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