Posted: June 14th, 2023

Nurse Practitioner Professional Career Planner

Nurse Practitioner Professional Career Planner

Paper instructions:
( As you approach the end of your Master of Science in Nursing program and prepare for a career as a nurse practitioner, you will want to create a cover letter, resume, and portfolio that best represent your knowledge, skills, and abilities as a professional in the field of nursing.

For this Assignment, you will create a Career Planner that you can use as you pursue your next professional role.

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To Prepare:
Review the Career Planner Guide.
Seek out resources on cover letters, resumes, and other professional resources, as needed. The Walden University Career Planning and Development site has information on many topics of relevance.
Develop a cover letter, resume, philosophy statement, and other professional resources that meet the requirements outlined in the Career Planner Guide.)

For the portfolio you are to create for the week ten assignment, the following items are all that are required. This is intended to be a working document useful to you at the beginning of your career.

COVER LETTER to an employer that you would consider for your first practice position. PLEASE do not use “to whom it may concern” , use the name and title of the employer or if that is not possible, use “Dear Director or the position of the head person” “Dear Hiring Manager” or Dear Sir or Madam” , as any of these communicate more than a generic place holder. This will set your letter off from all the rest who may have use the most generic term.

UPDATED RESUME (may include clinical practice during your clinical rotations, summarized and noted to be during your clinical rotation with a preceptor) to provide some experience in the role of NP

CAREER GOALS that could be incorporated into your cover letter or added at the top of your resume for reviewer’s convenience

TRANSCRIPTS copies only, no originals

ANY OTHER EVIDENCE OF SCHOLARLY ACTIVITIES OR AWARDS that may include membership in professional organizations, or if you have presentations they may be included. This is not required.

REFERENCES, that may not be an actual letter, but a list of names of three persons and their title/position, and contact information who may be contacted on your behalf. (You will of course have notified them in advance).

SUBMIT AS ONE DOCUMENT, USING HEADINGS TO LABEL EACH DOCUMENT, AS BB CANNOT SEPARATE DOCUMENTS WITHIN ONE ASSIGNMENT.
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Nurse Practitioner Professional Career Planner

Name: [Your Name]

Institution: Walden University

Course: NRNP 6568

Date: May 28, 2023

Professor: [Your Professor’s Name]

Cover Letter

[Your Name]
[Your Address]
[Your Phone Number]
[Your Email]

[Date]

[Hiring Manager Name]
[Title]
[Company Name]
[Address]

Dear [Hiring Manager Name],

I am writing to express my interest in the Nurse Practitioner position that I saw advertised on [website]. I am a graduate of Walden University’s Master of Science in Nursing program with a specialization in Family Nurse Practitioner. I have over 10 years of experience as a Registered Nurse, and I am confident that I have the skills and experience necessary to be successful in this role.

In my previous role as a Registered Nurse, I worked in a variety of settings, including the emergency room, the intensive care unit, and the outpatient clinic. I have experience in providing care to patients of all ages, with a variety of medical conditions. I am skilled in the assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of patients, and I am confident in my ability to provide safe and effective care.

In addition to my clinical experience, I am also a member of the American Association of Nurse Practitioners. I am committed to staying up-to-date on the latest evidence-based practice, and I am always looking for ways to improve the care that I provide to my patients.

I am confident that I would be a valuable asset to your team. I am a hard worker, I am dedicated to my patients, and I am always willing to go the extra mile. I am eager to learn and grow, and I am confident that I can make a significant contribution to your organization.

Thank you for your time and consideration. I look forward to hearing from you soon.

Sincerely,
[Your Name]

Resume

[Your Name]
[Your Address]
[Your Phone Number]
[Your Email]

Summary

Nurse Practitioner with over 10 years of experience in a variety of settings. Skilled in the assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of patients of all ages, with a variety of medical conditions. Dedicated to providing safe and effective care.

Experience

Nurse Practitioner

[Company Name]

[City, State]

[Start Date] – Present

Provided primary care to patients of all ages, with a variety of medical conditions.

Managed patient care plans and provided education to patients and their families.

Collaborated with other healthcare providers to provide comprehensive care to patients.

Registered Nurse

[Company Name]

[City, State]

[Start Date] – [End Date]

Provided care to patients in a variety of settings, including the emergency room, the intensive care unit, and the outpatient clinic.

Assessed patients, diagnosed medical conditions, and developed treatment plans.

Administered medications and treatments.

Educated patients and their families about their health conditions.

Education

Master of Science in Nursing
Walden University
[City, State]
[Graduation Date]
Bachelor of Science in Nursing
[University Name]
[City, State]
[Graduation Date]
Skills

Proficient in a variety of medical software programs.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Strong organizational and time management skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Awards and Honors

Dean’s List, Walden University
President’s List, [University Name]
References

Available upon request.

Career Goals

To obtain a position as a Nurse Practitioner in a clinic or hospital setting.
To provide high-quality, compassionate care to patients of all ages.
To be a leader in the field of nursing and to make a positive impact on the health of my patients and community.
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Other Evidence of Scholarly Activities or Awards

Member of the American Association of Nurse Practitioners
Presented at the annual conference of the American Association of Nurse Practitioners
Published an article in the Journal of Nursing Scholarship
References