New RN applying for L&D, cover letter & resume help much appreciated!

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All Nurses has been my go-to resource from pre-nursing, through school, and so now I am throwing this out there in hopes of getting some good feedback. I'm a new RN working in pediatric home care just shy of 3 months. Before I ever pursued nursing, I was interested in midwifery and trained as a doula, taught medical students on reproductive health topics, etc. Now I am applying to L & D, which is very competitive in my area, and really wanting to nail it on the cover letter/resume. I have done a lot of research online, but thought I should get some real, live nurses' opinions on how this might look to hiring managers. Thanks so much in advance!!

Kelly XXXXX, RN, BSNXXXXX, Seattle, WA 98116[email protected]813-9XX-21XX

January 5, 2015

Dear Hiring Manager:

I have a strong and sincere interest in a nursing position with XXX Hospital's Childbirth Center, as I am very passionate about supporting the well-being of women and families. I have undertaken various studies in midwifery and reproductive health, including:

  • Over 1,000 hours of study with homebirth midwives.
  • Volunteering for low-income families as a birth and postpartum doula.
  • Educating medical students at Bastyr University in proper technique of patient-centered gynecological and breast exams.

In addition to my work in women's health, I had the privilege to work as a nursing assistant with a great team in Group Health Cooperative's Home Health & Hospice Division. Working in hospice was a profound opportunity to care for individuals transitioning towards death, and I found that it truly complemented my knowledge of supporting families as they bring in new life.

I recently completed my Bachelor's of Nursing in San Juan, Puerto Rico. In addition to learning the standard content of a nursing program, I was immersed in a culture distinct from my own. This was a cornerstone of my education, as it prepared me to be flexible and adaptable to the people I am serving and to be continuously engaged in expanding my cultural competency. Additionally, while in Puerto Rico I learned to speak Spanish in a clinical setting.

I am currently employed part-time as an RN with New Care Concepts, an agency that provides medically intensive home care to pediatric clients. I am actively seeking a position in maternity nursing and believe XXX would be an excellent fit. I have heard great things about your organization's dedication to quality maternity care and am looking forward to learning more about how we can work together to serve families. Thank you very much for your consideration!

Sincerely,

Kelly XXXXXX, RN, BSN

And the resume:

Kelly XXXX, RN, BSNXXXXXX, Seattle, WA 98116[email protected]813-9XX-21XX

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Professional Summary

• Capable, perceptive, effective multi-tasker with a deep commitment to serving others.

• 9+ years volunteering as a birth and postpartum doula.

• 2+ years as a nursing assistant in home health and hospice.

• Extensive studies in midwifery and women's health.

• Outstanding communication and time management skills.

Work Experience

Staff Nurse, New Care Concepts 10/2014 – Present

• Provide in-home care to medically complex children.

• Clinical expertise in physical assessment, airway management, tracheostomy care, enteral feeding

management, medication administration, psychosocial support, and family education.

Certified Nursing Assistant, Group Health Cooperative Home Health & Hospice 03/2011 – 07/2013

• Skilled in providing direct patient care for terminally ill and home health clients.

• Instructed families in patient care and reinforced teachings about the dying process.

Gynecological Teaching Associate, Bastyr University 04/2009 – 04/2011

• Educated medical students on proper technique of full pelvic and breast examination.

Caregiver, Home Watch Caregivers 09/2004 – 05/2006, 10/2010 – 02/2011

• Provided overnight and day shift care to elderly and recovering clients in their homes.

• Performed personal care activities that maximized clients' independence and dignity.

Education

B.S.N., June 2014 (Summa Cum Laude), Inter American University, San Juan, Puerto Rico

B.A., Human Development, May 2004 (Magna Cum Laude), Eckerd College, Saint Petersburg, Florida

Licensure

WA RN License ######, 2014 (Current)

Trainings & Certifications

BLS Healthcare Provider, 2012 (Current)

NRP, 2011 (Current)

Certificate of Holistic Midwifery, Matrona School of Midwifery 900 Hour Program, 2011

Domestic Violence Advocacy Training, OCADSV, 2008

Postpartum Doula, DONA, 2008

Birth Doula, DONA, 2003

Memberships

Student Nurses Association, Inter American University, Secretary, 2013-2014 School Year

AWHONN, Member, 2012 - Present

ACNM, Washington Chapter, Member, 2012 - Present

Skills

Languages: Spanish

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