GUIDELINES
- Provide a brief introduction about yourself. Include only relevant details such as your job and information on how you know the nurse being recommended.
- Give information about the nurse's performance and character, based on observations you have made. Avoid relying on hearsay and stick to information relevant to the job.
- End the letter with an invitation to contact you in case of questions or the need for clarification.
SAMPLE LETTER
[Address line]
[State, ZIP Code]
[Letter Date]
[Address line]
[State, ZIP Code]
[Subject: Normally bold, summarizes the intention of the letter] -Optional-
Dear [Recipients Name],
I hope this finds you well.
My name is Evelyn Cook. I am 45 years old and mother to Anne, nine years old. My daughter met an accident two years ago and as such had to be confined at Dean Medical Center two years ago
Nurse Jane, as we call her, was one of the nurses who attended to us during the two months that we had to stay in the hospital. I am very pleased with they way she took care of my child. Jane always went above and beyond her duty and would check up on Anne even after her shift. Aside from her pleasant bedside manner, we were also impressed to note that she was very knowledgeable about Anne's case. I am sure that she will do very well, no matter which hospital or department she moves to next.
I hope this helps. If you need to ask more questions, please contact me at 555-5555. Thank you very much.
Sincerely,
[Senders Name]
[Senders Title] -Optional-
[Enclosures: number] - Optional -
cc: [Name of copy recipient] - Optional -
Reference letter for a nurse. Sample letter.
Further things to consider when writing reference letters to doctors, nurses, hospitals
Reference Letters
Reference letters are letters written to endorse someone's general character and personality. A reference letter differs from a recommendation letter in that the latter supports the person's application for a specific job or education program and is usually addressed to a particular person. A reference letter is more general in nature, refers to the overall character of the person, and is not addressed to anyone in particular. It is normally addressed as "Dear sir/madam," or "To whom it may concern." The person who writes the reference letter is known as the referee, and he/she could be a close friend or colleague.
For you to write good reference letters, you need to know the candidates well to be able to express their best character. Start off with a salutation and the name of the person the letter is about. Write a sentence or two explaining how you know the person and for how long. Mention the strong qualities, characteristics, and strengths of the person in question. Giving brief examples, discuss why you feel the person will be a great addition to office and work culture. Use strong verbs but do not exaggerate. Conclude with your contacts and signature.
Letters to Doctors, Nurses, Hospitals
Letters to doctors, nurses, and hospitals are, simply, letters written to doctors, nurses, hospitals and/or any other physician or qualified practitioner of medicine. Such letters could be inquiry letters to inquire after patients' medical records or thank-you letters to thank the recipients for saving the life of loved ones. In rare cases, letters to doctors, nurses, and hospitals could be complaint letters to file a complaint about inadequate medical care. All letters to doctors, nurses, and hospitals are formal in nature. Depending on the content, the letters can be addressed to individuals or to all relevant bodies.
There are few things that you should keep in mind when writing letters to doctors, nurses, and hospitals. For starters, you need to address the letters to the right persons. State the purpose of your letter from the word go. If you are writing to thank a specific doctor who saved your life, for instance, mention the name of the doctor and pass your message accordingly. If you are writing to ask for your medical records, provide any relevant information that may be required by the hospital. Close the letter by asking for a response or by calling the recipient to action.
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