May 16, 2016

Nurse Recruiter
Health Sciences Centre
Employment Office
1100 Youville Dr W Northwest
Edmonton, Alberta
T6L 5X8
Dear Grey Nuns Hospital,
I am applying for the position of a licensed practical nurse on the postpartum unit at Grey Nuns
Community Hospital, as advertised on the hospitals job board website.
I am currently in my final stages of nursing school, working towards getting my diploma from
NorQuest College. I have completed a large component of my clinical placements at your
hospital (please see attached resume). As a student, I have enjoyed getting to work all sorts of
people and learning to apply the skills I acquire in the hospital setting. I am eager to learn knew
skills and build my foundation as a nurse at your facility.
I believe this position will challenge me to become a better nurse by enhancing my education. I
feel I am prepared as I am a hard worker and can develop new skills very quickly. I would be a
great contribution to your team as I believe in compassionate care and treat others with the
utmost respect.
Thank you for your time in considering me for this position, I look forward to an opportunity to
discuss how I would contribute to your postpartum team. If you need any further information
please do not hesitate to contact me.
Sincerely,

Colby Abramson
Colby Abramson, SPN
colbyshae@hotmail.com
780-267-9694

OBJECTIVE
Fresh, enthusiastic nurse seeking a position as a Licensed Practical Nurse in your facility to help
utilize and expand my skills while providing safe, compassionate care to all patients.

EDUCATION
LEDUC COMPOSITE HIGH SCHOOL, Leduc, Alberta
High School Diploma, May 2014
Math 30-2 with distinction
NORQUEST COLLEGE, Edmonton, Alberta
Licensed Practical Nurse Candidate, Expected graduation, May 2016

CINICAL EXPERIENCE
GREY NUNS COMMUNITY HOSPITAL, Edmonton, Alberta
Medicine Clinical Placement Unit 51, Feb 2016 Mar 2016
Cared independently for 2 patients with minimal supervision
Medication administration, experience with 4 point restraints, tube feed experience
Developed good communication skills with staff and good rapport with patients
Surgery Clinical Placement Unit 42, Mar 2016 Apr 2016
Cared independently for 2 patients with minimal supervision with interest in taking on a
third patient
Simple wound care using sterile technique
Medication administration, catheterization, HDC insertion, NG tube care and suction, JP
drain care, ostomy care
DEVONSHIRE CARE CENTRE, Edmonton, Alberta
Long Term Care Clinical Placement Unit Cambridge, Nov 2015 Dec 2015
Total care and medication administration independently for 2 patients with minimal
supervision

WORK EXPERIENCE
ENER TECH WELDING, Nisku, Alberta
Painter/Cleaner, Jul 2014 Dec 2014
Keeping office clean
Painting interior office
RABBIT HILL, Edmonton, Alberta
Lift Operator, Nov 2013 Apr 2014
Operating lifts around the hill

Ticket checking
Maintain lift huts
Watching for potential danger or signs of injury
Closing lifts and ensuring every made if down the hill safely
Preparing the loading platform with snow for the next morning

BOOSTER JUICE, Edmonton, Alberta

Cashier/Food Attendant, Sep 2012 Mar 2013
Making food/smoothies
Stocking
Keeping store clean
Opening/Closing store and till

ACCREDITATIONS AND LICENSES

CPR Level C - AED Certified

WHMIS 2015 Certificate
Human Blood Borne Pathogen Exposure Certificate
It's Your Move Certificate
Accu-Check Inform II Certificate
Mask Fit Certificate
Alaris Pump Learning Module Certificate
AHS Privacy Video and Modules
Alberta Health Services and Covenant Health Orientation Certificate

ADDITIONAL SKILLS

Team leader
Competent
Accountable
Compassionate
Adaptable
References available upon request.