Typically, this role requires one to have at least a high school diploma or GED to qualify. All Nursing Assistants should also complete a state-approved training program, and pass the state exam to become certified.
Dear Hiring Manager,
As a dedicated and skilled Nursing Assistant with more than 3+ years of experience in providing patient critical care service and support, I hastened to submit this resume for your review. I am excited by the prospect of working for a highly reputed *** facility like yours, and I am confident that my patient care skills make me a perfect fit for this role.
My background at *** apart from providing general nursing-related tasks encompasses testing blood pressure, recording vital signs, assisting patients with daily living, helping with daily hygiene tasks, documenting fluid and food intake, providing assistance to diverse patients, improving the quality of life of patients, and understanding the needs of the patients positions me to excel in this role. Furthermore, my ability to communicate effectively with cross-functional teams and my fluency to accurately track patient information, and provide emotional support are certain to make me a perfect asset to your team at ***.
Highlights from my qualifications include the following –
- Observing and monitoring patient’s emotional, mental, and physical conditions.
- Maintaining up-to-date knowledge of nursing practices, laws, regulations, and guidelines to ensure compliance.
- Strong knowledge of medical conditions and services that will help in delivering medications, procedures, and treatments to patients.
- Earning credential as a CNA in ***.
- Supporting patients with critical work including bathing, grooming, bedding changes, meal delivery, clean-up, and physical exercise.
- Demonstrable knowledge and skills to understand the needs of patients.
My compassion for patients, along with my ability to get well along with everyone has always made me an asset in my previous workplace. My CNA skills and the desire to learn new techniques will be an added strength to ***.
Thank you in advance for your time and consideration. I look forward to meeting and speaking to you in person, as I believe that a face-to-face meeting will be beneficial to both of us.
Sincerely,
[Your Name]
Tips
Many job applicants underestimate the importance of a Cover letter, but a well-written cover letter is the face of the resume, that provides a professional and engaging introduction, persuading the hiring manager to move on to the resume. Such a document should be direct yet brief, and also summarize all transferrable skillset and identify potential value right upfront. Also, keep in mind, this is simply not a repeat of your resume. Read through our Nursing Assistant cover letter samples, and get an idea of what all information should be covered. Improve your chances of getting noticed using our Nursing Assistant Resume Sample.
