Shift Registered Nurse Cover Letter

I submit this application to express my sincere interest in the shift registered nurse position.

Previously, I was responsible for consultation and technical assistance to national infection prevention/nursing organizations in order to support their HAI prevention/control activities and to promote DHQP policies and initiatives.

My experience is an excellent fit for the list of requirements in this job:

• Able to respect and maintain patient confidentiality
• Able to follow written and verbal instructions and procedures
• Able to develop and maintain effective interpersonal work relationships with employees, management and Physicians
• Current Delaware RN license or eligibility for Delaware RN license
• Knowledgeable of specific state laws and regulations governing practice
• Progressive Care or Gerontology Certification preferred
• Current OR State RN Licenses
• Valid RN license in the state of Indiana

I am excited to be applying for the position of shift registered nurse. Please accept this letter and the attached resume as my interest in this position.

In my previous role, I was responsible for leadership in the implementation of corporate infection control/prevention initiatives.

I reviewed the requirements of the job opening and I believe my candidacy is an excellent fit for this position. Some of the key requirements that I have extensive experience with include:

• Knowledge of the care and treatment and natural course of substance use disorders
• Knowledge of chemically addicted, dual diagnosed (substance abuse/mental health) or psychiatrically ill clients with co-morbidity, and detoxification protocols
• Knowledge of the principles and techniques of psychopharmacology, including administration of medication, observation of effects of medication, reporting and recording
• Experience working with clients who have serious mental illness and co-occurring disorders in a community residential setting
• Experience working with staff who are MAP trained
• Experience training and consulting with direct care staff
• Experience with Severe Mental Illness
• Transcribes all physicians’ orders and administers medications and treatments to help in the rehabilitation of the patients

Please consider me for the shift registered nurse opportunity. I am including my resume that lists my qualifications and experience.

In the previous role, I was responsible for expertise regarding infection prevention practices, outbreak management and preparation and response efforts for highly pathogenic infections.

Please consider my experience and qualifications for this position:

• Certified in Healthcare Provider CPR/AED
• Experience in ER or Occupational Health preferred
• Previous acute experience preferred
• Working knowledge of the theories, methods, procedures and practice of nursing care of patients as a Registered Nurse
• Working knowledge of the established nursing procedures for the administration of medication and the performance of treatments
• Capacity to gather information through observing and questioning individuals and examining records and documents
• Skilled in writing clearly, communicating effectively and developing ideas in logical sequence
• Demonstrated competence in establishing rapport and dealing tactfully with persons from varied ethnic, cultural or economic backgrounds or with those who are under physical and /or emotional stress

I am excited to be applying for the position of shift registered nurse. Please accept this letter and the attached resume as my interest in this position.

In the previous role, I was responsible for consultation to the community on issues regarding infection prevention and control and epidemiology via inquiries and participation with community organizations.

Please consider my experience and qualifications for this position:

• Bilingual (Portuguese, Spanish, Khmer) or multilingual
• Experience working with individuals with serious mental illness, behavioral or mood disturbances in an inpatient setting
• Trained in de-escalation and nonviolent crisis intervention procedures
• Experience working in facilities that are accredited and inspected by The Joint Commission, Department of Public Health, Board of Health, Department of Mental Health, Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services
• Current & valid driver's license from Massachusetts or other state
• Certification as Psychiatric Nurse by American Nurse Association
• Knowledge of the Section 35 process and procedures
• Knowledge of HIPAA Regulations Federal Regulation 42 CFR Part 2 and Part 8

I submit this application to express my sincere interest in the shift registered nurse position.

Previously, I was responsible for primary care services that include initial nursing assessments, follow up nursing care, venipuncture, specimen collection, medication reconciliation, patient and caregiver education regarding falls prevention, oxygen home safety, use of glucometer, advance directives, basic home safety and infection control, fire and safety prevention guidelines, managing medications, pain management, suicide prevention, emergency management, care coordination home telehealth (CCHT), clinical video telehealth (CVT), and Video to Home.

Please consider my experience and qualifications for this position:

• Completes admission assessment and initial nursing care plan based on health and safety issues by the end of the shift
• Provides primary nursing care to an assigned group of patients utilizing nursing process and following current standards of care
• Functions as a member of the multidisciplinary treatment team serving as a resource person regarding patient’s health issues
• Manages and supervises the nursing staff in the absence of a registered nurse of a higher grade
• Meets patient nursing care needs as charge nurse or primary nurse by communicating key patient information to appropriate nursing staff in order to insure integration coordination and continuity of patient care
• Participates in the admission, discharge and transfer of patients to facilitate a smooth transition
• Acts as leader or co-leader of patient treatment groups
• ASLS - issued by the American Heart Association