SARAH E.

BROCK

6400 Glebe Point Rd., Chesterfield, VA 23838

(804) 396-0802
sbrock11@su.edu
October 26, 2015
Mrs. Gale Rose
Nurse Recruiter
VCU Health System
1250 E. Marshall Street
Richmond, Virginia 23219

Dear Mrs. Rose:

I am writing in reference to the New Graduate Registered Nurse position at VCU Health System.
Currently, I am a senior pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Nursing at Shenandoah University in
Winchester, Virginia and will be graduating in December. While I ideally would like to work in a
critical care setting, I would strongly consider any RN position that may be available. I am available
to work various schedules, as I am eager to begin my career as a nurse.
As a student nurse, I have gained many hours of clinical experience in several departments including
G.I., Cardiac, Neuro, Orthopedics, and Pediatrics. For my final semester, I am in the
Trauma/Neuroscience Intensive Care Unit taking care of critically ill patients. Ive gained more
experience with critical thinking, medication administration, and collaborating with healthcare
professionals.
This past summer, I had the opportunity to work as a Care Partner in the Post Anesthesia Care Unit
at VCU Health System. I was able to familiarize myself with the hospital and really enjoyed the team
of professionals that I was privileged to work with. They were eager to teach me new skills and
provided excellent patient care. I hope to bring that same attitude and eagerness to my future job
and patients.
It would be an honor to begin my career with such a prestigious hospital. I look forward to speaking
with you further about this wonderful opportunity. I can be reached at (804) 396-0802 or
sbrock11@su.edu. Thank you for your time and consideration.
Sincerely,
Sarah E. Brock

SARAH E. BROCK

6400 Glebe Point Rd., Chesterfield, VA 23838

(804) 396-0802
sbrock11@su.edu
OBJECTIVE
To obtain a position as a new graduate Registered Nurse at VCU Health System.
EDUCATION
Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Eleanor Wade Custer School of Nursing
Shenandoah University, Winchester, VA

Anticipated Graduation: December 2015

RELEVANT WORK EXPERIENCE

Patient Care Technician
May 2015 Present
VCU Health System, Richmond, VA
Provide direct patient care in the Post Anesthesia Care Unit
Transport patients safely
Organize and restock supplies, experience with Citrix Cerner Software
CLINICAL EXPERIENCE
Senior Preceptorship
Trauma/Neuro ICU, Winchester Medical Center, Winchester, VA August December 2015
Cared for patients with acute and chronic care issues
Trained and competent in patient bedside care, assessment, and clinical skills
Experienced use with EPIC and McKesson Systems software and documented data
related to patients care including assessment, interventions, and medications
Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to plan, manage, and assess patient
treatments in the Intensive Care Unit at Winchester Medical Center.
LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCE
Shenandoah University Field Hockey Team, Team Captain
Student Government Association, House of Delegates Member
Fellowship of Christian Athletes, Huddle Leader
ACHIEVEMENTS
Academic Honors, Deans List

August 2012 Present

August 2014 Present
January 2013 Present
Spring 2015

COMMUNITY SERVICE
FUNdametal Field Hockey, Winchester, VA
August 2015
Valley Health Community Wellness Festival, Teddy Bear Clinic, Winchester, VA April 2015
Boys and Girls Club of Winchester, Winchester, VA
April 2014
Mission trips to Lame Deer, Montana, Los Angeles, CA, and La Ceiba, Honduras 2009-2014
Habitat for Humanity ReStore, Winchester, VA
April 2013
CERTIFICATIONS
CPR American Heart Association
ACLS Advanced Cardiac Life Support
FEMA
IS-100, IS-700: NIMS, IS-900

Expires: May 2017

Expires: November 2017
September 2015

SARAH E. BROCK

6400 Glebe Point Rd., Chesterfield, VA 23838

(804) 396-0802
sbrock11@su.edu
References
Mrs. Yvonne Braithwaite
Clinical Instructor, Staff Nurse
Shenandoah University Nursing Department, Winchester Medical Center
ybraithw08@su.edu
(540) 539-6567
Professor Braithwaite is currently my preceptor on the Trauma/Neuro Intensive Care Unit where
she is a staff nurse at Winchester Medical Center. She was also my clinical instructor for Health
Across the Lifespan: Adults III on the G.I. and Neuro floors.
Mrs. Helen Zebarth
Nursing Department
Shenandoah University
1pnbutterfly@comcast.net
(540) 327-4511
Professor Zebarth is my clinical instructor for Health Across the Lifespan: Community lab.
Mrs. Ashley Smeltzer-Kraft
Head Womens Field Hockey Coach
Athletic Department
Shenandoah University
asmeltze@su.edu
(302) 593-4398
Ashley Smeltzer- Kraft has been my field hockey coach for three years at Shenandoah University.