Melissa A Keyte Colfax, CA (916) 201-2332 [email protected]
August 4, 2025
Dear Hiring Manager,
I am writing to express my strong interest in the Nurse Manager position at your organization. As a dedicated and goal-oriented Registered Nurse with extensive experience in both clinical patient care and professional committees, I am eager to transition into nursing management, where I can utilize my leadership abilities to drive positive outcomes for patients, staff, and the organization.
Throughout my career at Sutter Auburn Faith Hospital, serving on both the Medical and Surgical Units, I have developed a deep understanding of patient care excellence and the importance of collaborative team dynamics. My responsibilities have included several different skill sets and adhering to the highest standards of patient safety. These skills have given me a solid foundation in clinical best practices and a keen attention to detail.
In 2023, I was privileged to serve on the CAUTI (Catheter-Associated Urinary Tract Infection) Committee, collaborating with cross-disciplinary colleagues to enhance patient safety protocols and reduce infection rates within our hospital. This experience solidified my commitment to quality improvement and reinforced my ability to work effectively within and lead diverse teams.
I am currently pursuing advanced academic achievements with a focus on further expanding my knowledge in nursing leadership and management. I am committed to ongoing professional growth and to fostering an environment where both staff members and patients feel supported, heard, and valued.
My approach to management centers on open communication, evidence-based practice, and the empowerment of staff. I believe my clinical experience, dedication to professional development, and demonstrated leadership make me well-suited to take on the responsibilities of a Nurse Manager and help your organization continue to deliver outstanding patient care.
Thank you for considering my application. I look forward to the opportunity to discuss how my background and vision for nursing management can contribute to your team.
RESUME
OBJECTIVE
Dedicated and goal-orientated Registered Nurse, actively pursuing advanced academic achievements to broaden my expertise and contribute to the healthcare field. Seeking to transition into nursing management, where I can leverage my clinical experience, commitment to professional growth, and leadership abilities to positively impact patient care teams and organizational outcomes.
SKILLS & ABILITIES
-Patient assessment and vital signs
-Administering medications and monitoring for signs and symptoms of reaction/side affects
-BLS and ACLS certified and assessing for and caring out lifesaving interventions
-Medical Team Collaboration
-Clinical and communication skills
-Patient education and training
-Chest tube and feeding tube care
-Ostomy care
-Placing and monitoring foley catheters, nasogastric tubes, peripheral IV’s, and wound vacs
-Monitoring oxygen saturation and placing oxygen therapy (nasal cannula, oxymask, non re-breather mask, CPAP mask, and salter)
-SImple wound and pressure ulcer care
-PUP Committee 2018-2019 (year could be incorrect)
-Cauti Committee 2023
-EPIC format documentation, managing physician orders, and placing orders in EPIC (verbal, telephone, transcribed, protocol)
-Accuracy of charts and records
-Handoff report to team members, transferring hospitals, and skilled nursing facilities
-Following JCAHO & HIPPA standards
-Infection prevention and control
-IV pump and PCA pump management
-Patient safety
-Assessing patient mobility and assigning correct mobility equipment for safe transfers, repositions, and patient mobility
-Competent in monitoring, recording, and reporting change in patient medical condition
-Implementing, planning, and evaluating patient nursing care plans with combined healthcare team members
-ECG interpretation
-Relief Charge Nurse
EXPERIENCE
1998-2009 Unit Secretary - Sutter Auburn Faith Hospital (Medical Unit and Surgical Unit)
I started on Medical Unit PM shift and transferred to Surgical Unit PM shift. Answered phones, set up patient admission charts, data entry (MS4), transcribed MD orders, initial admit MAR written up, collaborating with nursing supervisor for transfers to other acute facilities, prepared discharge packets to SNF’s, answering patient call light system, communicating with nursing staff regarding patient needs, collaborating with Medical Team for patient care (PT/OT/ST, OR, RT)
2009 - Present Registered Nurse Medical/Telemetry Unit - Sutter Auburn Faith Hospital
0.8 benefited position and skills/abilities listed above. Provide quality care to patients. Ability to float to Surgical Unit
EDUCATION
1998-2008 General Education and Nursing Prerequisites - Sierra College
Completed general education requirements to obtain an Associates of Science Degree.
Completed registered nurse prerequisite classes to enroll in a RN program
2008-2009 Registered Nurse program, ADN -Sacramento City College
Completed a fast-track ADN program for Registered Nurse
2023-present BSN program
Will complete Summer of 2025 - Samuel Merritt University
LICENSES
Registered Nurse (RN) CA License #751445 expiration 9/30/26
BLS certification from Cascade Health Training expiration 1/31/26
ACLS certification from Cascade Health Training expiration 1/31/26