Help with resignation letter

[miko014]

Hi all - I did a search on this and didn't really find an example that worked for me. I am resigning from a job that I have had for many years. I know that the manager isn't going to take it well. I want to give her the letter tomorrow when I tell her that I'm resigning, but I've never left a nursing position before, so I don't know what to write in the letter. My reasons for leaving include better schedule, better location, less stress, and several others. How do I address the letter and what exactly do I say?? Thanks!!

[Straydandelion]

Nurse Manager ________,

This is my official resignation letter from ___________. I am giving two week notice effective _________, my last day to be _________. I have benefited a lot in experience and friends from my years in the position of ____________ , and wish to thank everyone for the opportunity given to me.

Sincerely,

__________________

(basically you want to give a 2 week notice and specify your last day....don't burn any bridges :) )

PS keep a copy

[miko014]

Thanks - I was able to throw something together - hopefully I have all the required pieces in there! Wish me luck, tomorrow is not going to be fun!!!

[Straydandelion]

Good luck!

[NurseCard, ADN]

Good luck... I've always hated resigning myself, it really is a hard thing to do, so I feel for you. Myself, I'm hoping that I've resigned for the last time, as I really like where I'm working pretty well. =)

[HippyGreenPeaceChick]

When it comes to resigning. Something I have ho real experience at. I remember my dad Loved this old song by Waylon Jennings "Take this job and shove it" My dad loved that song. My Mother hated it. It meant my dad was quitting again.