Letter of Intent Sample for Nursing Job

LETTER OF INTENT: NURSING SERVICES (PROSPECTIVE)

Document Control:

• Effective Date: [Date]
• Version: 1.0.0
• Jurisdiction: [State/Province/Territory]
• Scope: Professional Nursing Services Engagement

LEGAL DISCLAIMER

This document constitutes a formal expression of intent to engage in a professional nursing employment relationship. It is not an employment contract but a formal statement of terms to facilitate the drafting of a definitive Employment Agreement. This document is provided for informational purposes and does not create a binding obligation of employment, payroll, or benefits until fully executed by both parties. Consult with legal counsel regarding specific labor laws in your jurisdiction.

1. PARTIES

This Letter of Intent (“LOI”) is made effective as of [Date] between:

THE EMPLOYER: [Full Legal Name of Healthcare Facility/Agency], with its principal place of business at [Full Address] (“Employer”).

THE NURSING PROFESSIONAL: [Full Legal Name of Candidate], residing at [Full Residential Address] (“Nurse”).

2. INTENDED POSITION

The parties intend to enter into a formal Employment Agreement for the position of [Job Title, e.g., Registered Nurse / Licensed Practical Nurse] within the [Department/Unit Name] department.

3. OPERATIVE TERMS

3.1 Start Date: The anticipated commencement date for services is [Start Date].

3.2 Compensation: The base compensation shall be [Dollar Amount] per [Hour/Year], subject to applicable tax withholdings and local labor statutes.

3.3 Schedule: The Nurse shall perform services based on a [Full-time/Part-time/Per Diem] schedule, consisting of [Number] shifts per [Week/Month], including [e.g., rotating weekends/holidays] as required by operational needs.

3.4 Licensure & Compliance: The Nurse warrants that they maintain an active, unencumbered license to practice in [State/Jurisdiction] and shall remain compliant with all credentialing, background check, and health immunization requirements mandated by the Employer and applicable regulatory bodies.

3.5 Confidentiality: The Nurse agrees to maintain strict confidentiality regarding patient Protected Health Information (PHI) in accordance with [HIPAA/Relevant Privacy Legislation] and internal Employer protocols.

4. GOVERNING LAW

This LOI shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of [State/Province].

5. SIGNATURES & ACKNOWLEDGMENT

FOR THE EMPLOYER: Signature: __________________________ Printed Name: [Name of Authorized Signatory] Title: [Title, e.g., Director of Human Resources] Date: ________________

FOR THE NURSE: Signature: __________________________ Printed Name: [Full Legal Name of Candidate] Date: ________________

STEP-BY-STEP EXECUTION GUIDE

1. Verification: Prior to signing, ensure all credentialing (BLS/ACLS certifications, nursing license verification) is attached as an addendum to ensure compliance with clinical staffing requirements.
2. Review of Exhibits: If specific benefits (health insurance, 401k, signing bonus) are being negotiated, append them as a "Schedule A" to this document before signing to avoid ambiguity.
3. Delivery: The signed document should be delivered via secure email or tracked courier to the HR representative. Retain a digital copy for your professional records.
4. Transition to Definitive Agreement: Use this document as the structural foundation for the "Definitive Employment Agreement." Upon execution of the final contract, this LOI is generally superseded by the terms within the final contract.