Nurse Intern Cover Letter Samples and Templates

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Date

Nursing Recruitment

OHSU Employment Division-HR

3181 S.W. Sam Jackson Park Rd.

Portland, OR 97201-3098

Dear Nursing Recruitment,

I am a senior nursing student who will be graduating with my Bachelor of Science in Nursing this (date). I am

interested in the internship/residency nursing program at Oregon Health and Science University (OHSU). I have

enclosed my resume for your consideration.

This semester I have had the opportunity to learn about OHSU from an insider’s perspective. I am currently at

OHSU for a clinical rotation focused on stewardship and leadership. My preceptor, the magnet project coordinator,

has already taught me a great deal about OHSU’s plan to strive towards magnet status. I am impressed by the

changes that have already occurred at OHSU as well as the commitment demonstrated to improve the environment

for nurses to ensure better patient outcomes. OHSU’s devotion to magnetism ensures nurses are able to practice

autonomously, work with other competent nurses, and be supported in continued education efforts.

I have had clinical experiences in a variety of hospital and community settings. This opportunity has greatly

increased my awareness of specific health concerns and the needs of different populations. I have completed

clinical rotations at organizations including St. Vincent’s Hospital Labor and Delivery, Western Farm Workers

Association supporting migrant farm workers, Macdonald’s Center for individual’s suffering from mental illness

and homelessness, Meridian Park Hospital Medical Surgical floor, Emanuel Hospital pediatrics, Providence Elder

Place Clinic, Meridian Park Hospital Emergency Department (ED), and Good Samaritan Hospital Kern Intensive

Care Unit (ICU). These diverse learning experiences have strengthened my ability to assess, diagnose, and

communicate with different community populations.

Two clinical experiences I most benefited from were my rotations through the ED and my senior practicum

experience in the ICU. During these practice situations, I had the opportunity to practice psychomotor skills such as

IV placement, blood draws, and Foley catheter insertion. My learning experience for both rotations focused on

critical thinking and organizational skills, both of which are essential for ICU and ED nurses. In the ICU, I was able

to take my own patients, with supervision of a preceptor, and organize their care during my 12-hour shift. I was

responsible for communicating with the patient, the interdisciplinary team, and the patient’s family regarding the

patient’s critical dynamic health status. This opportunity to practice more independently was a challenging and

fearful experience that increased my confidence and competency in nursing.

I appreciate your time in reviewing my application and resume. Thank you for your consideration for employment,

I look forward to the opportunity to interview for OHSU.

Thank you,

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