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FIU approves $100,000 nursing education partnership with NCH

$100,000Florida International UniversityNICKLAUS CHILDREN'S HOSPITALAugust 28, 2023

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Description

Florida International University Board of Trustees approved a $100,000 partnership with Nicklaus Children’s Hospital to provide financial support and clinical placement for BSN nursing students. Funds will support 10 students with awards and include a work commitment at NCH, with potential to increase to 20 students if matched by the LINE state fund. The partnership aims to address nursing workforce shortages and enhance recruitment and retention.

Contract Details

Contract Amount

$100,000

Vendor

NICKLAUS CHILDREN'S HOSPITAL

Agency

Florida International University, FL

Contract Type

OTHER

Document Date

August 28, 2023

Contract Term

2023-2024 academic year; 2-year post-graduation work commitment for awardees

Renewal Date

2024-08-01

Renewal Info

One-year award with potential for expansion via state matching funds. Students have a required two-year post-graduation work commitment at NCH as part of the Nurse Scholars Program. No explicit auto-renewal or extension clause stated.

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