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The purpose of a memorandum of agreement between a nursing program and an agency is to define lines of authority and the professional responsibilities of the involved parties. The agreement is written and signed and should be reviewed annually.
The agreement should include:
• Parties involved in the agreement;
• Responsibilities of the educational institution;
• Responsibilities of the local agency;
• Responsibilities of the students;
• Joint responsibilities;
• Liability coverage of faculty and students independent of the health agency;
• Confidentiality Guidelines;
• Notice necessary to terminate the agreement; and
• Any other items needed for the protection of the client/family, students, local agency, and nursing program.