Kathleen Recommendation Letter
Kathleen Recommendation Letter
Kathleen Recommendation Letter
I am pleased to recommend Brittany Dollarhide for employment as a new graduate registered nurse. Ms.
Dollarhide successfully completed N470 Acute and Chronic Illness Management II at the University of
Arizona College of Nursing Fall 2015. This is a 10-credit course with a clinical practicum. This course
integrates theoretical and clinical content through use of the nursing process in the care of acutely ill
patients. Emphasis is place on the assessment, diagnosis, and management of human responses to
complex health problems.
I served as one of the course faculty and Ms. Dollarhides clinical instructor while enrolled in N470 at the
University of Arizona. She completed her clinical practicum in the Medical Surgical unit and Critical
Care Units at St. Josephs Hospital in Tucson, Arizona. Clinical skills focus on tracheostomy care,
suctioning, assisting with ventilator management, IV therapy, titration of vasoactive medications,
management of chest tubes, placement and management of nasogastric/enteric feeding, and may other
acute care nursing skills. Both her academic and clinical performance was excellent. She demonstrated
advanced critical thinking skills in the application of pathophysiology and medical surgical concepts into
the care of critically ill patients. She was able to apply and integrate theory into practice enhancing both
her confidence and comfort in providing care.
Ms. Dollarhide is a focused, loyal worker. She has a warm, compassionate personality and gets along
well with patients, families and her peers. She eagerly accepts challenging situations and works diligently
to make the most of every learning opportunity. She compassionately advocates on behalf of patients
and their families. Ms. Dollarhide has many strengths that include the ability to critically analyze
problems, present a possible solution, and effectively communicate the issues with other disciplines. Her
additional strengths include her passion for the profession and her ability to keep a positive attitude.
During her clinical rotation, Ms. Dollarhide took responsibility for total care of critically ill patients along
with a nurse preceptor. Her preceptor evaluations were outstanding.
I highly recommend Ms. Dollarhide for employment as a nurse in her area of interest as I believe she will
make significant contributions to the nursing profession. She is intelligent, accountable student who is
willing to work hard to meet her goals. I believe she will one day be a leader in nursing. If I can be of
further assistance, please do not hesitate to contact me.
Sincerely,