Common use of Short-Term Break in Service Clause in Contracts

Short-Term Break in Service. In the event a nurse terminates from employment at Overlake Hospital and is rehired within one (1) year of the termination date, the nurse's employment will be bridged, and the original hire date will be reinstated for the purpose of seniority and applicable benefits. The nurse will return at the same wage step level and partial tenure completed at the time of the nurse's termination. The nurse would still be required to complete all new hire application procedures and attend Hospital orientation, and will have a new probationary period. Decisions regarding the need for Departmental and/or nursing orientation will be made by the Director/Manager.