Amber Kiener is applying for an LPN position and has recently graduated with her LPN license. She has 4 years of direct patient care experience as a Patient Care Technician and caregiver. Her resume and cover letter highlight her clinical skills, certifications, and passion for helping others as a nurse.

1. Amber Kiener
Phone:(520)401-2139Email:I_amkiener@yahoo.com Address:701S. LehighDr. Tucson,Az85710
05/2015
Dear Hiring Manager,
I write this letter to express my interest in your LPN position. I am a newly graduated LPN and
just received my license. I am very excited to start my nursing career. Within the past 2 years I
have gained hospital experience as a Patient Care Technician and have a total of 4 years
experience with direct patient care. I also have 10 years of exceptional customer service
experience that I have gained through food service, housekeeping, and direct patient care.
While working as a Patient Care Technician, I was kept motivated and inspired with a greater
insight of the nursing world. I maintained professional relationships with my co-workers and
patients, and aim to be a good, positive role model.
Home health is where I started my caregiving career and is where I would like to continue with
my new nursing career. I am always willing to learn and grow to become an excellent nurse. I
know I would be a great addition to your company.
Specific skills that I bring to this position include:
 Intravenousinfusiontherapy certified
 Interpersonal skills
 Passion for helping others
 Proficient in maintaining patient safety in all aspects of care
 Initiated infection control to project a safe environment at all times
 Ability to work well with others and maintain a positive attitude
 Maintained patients comfort and privacy during shift
Included you will find my resume and other support materials for this position. I am very excited
to meet with you to discuss this position.
You can reach me at the telephone number listed above or via email. Thank you very much for
your consideration of my candidacy for this position.
Sincerely,
Amber M. Kiener

2. Amber Kiener
Phone:(520)401-2139Email:I_amkiener@yahoo.com Address:701S. LehighDr. Tucson,Az85710
EDUCATION/ CERTIFICATIONS
Pima Community College
Center of Training & Development, Tucson, AZ 04/2015
Certificate in Practical Nursing
Intravenous Infusion Therapy (IV) Certified
Certificate- LP050992
Pima Community College Certificate in Patient Care Technician
Center of Training & Development, Tucson, AZ 06/2013
Pima Community College Certificate in Nursing Assistant
Center of Training & Development, Tucson, AZ 05/2013
Certificate –CNA1000040386 AZ. State Board of Nursing Tucson, AZ 10/2013
Pima Community College Registered Nurse Prerequisites
Tucson, AZ (2005 2007) (2011-2012)
Care Search Certified in Caregiving (3 Levels)
Tucson, AZ 01/2010
Pima Medical Institute Certified in Dental Assisting
Tucson, AZ 08/2008
PROFESSIONAL SKILLS & CLINICAL EXPERIENCE
IV starts IV site care/monitoring PhlebotomyInjections Vital signs Wound care
Skin care/ assessments NG tube, check for placement and residuals I&O monitoring/
recording Patient care Sterile technique Catherization Colostomy bagsEKG-12 lead
ChartingMonitor blood sugars Medication distributionCollect specimensTrachea
CareCernerMicrosoft worksROM exercisesRepositioning &TurningInfection controlFall
risk precautionsInfection controlBladder scanapply antiembolitic stockings/ Sequential
Compression Device/CPMSanta Rita Nursing & Rehab Center (Nursing Assistant)
HealthSouth rehabilitation (Med Surg, rehab)Cornerstone Hospital (Med
Surg)Northwest Medical Center (Obstetrics)EL Rio (Pediatrics)
WORKING EXPERIENCE
Carondelet St. Joseph’s Hospital Tucson, AZ 10/2013 to Current
Patient Care Technician:
 Promptlyreportobservationsof changesinpatient’sconditiontoRN
 Proficientlyperformedhourlypatient roundingandcharting
 Assistedpatientswitheliminationneedsandactivitiesof dailyliving
 Demonstratedpreventionsof skinbreakdown

3. Amber Kiener
Phone:(520)401-2139Email:I_amkiener@yahoo.com Address:701S. LehighDr. Tucson,Az85710
All Valley Home Care Tucson, AZ 02/2010 to 01/2011
Caregiver:
 Presented clients companionship and assistance with activities of daily living
 Peri/incontinence care, med reminders, and light housekeeping
 Safely assisted with ambulation and transfers
Atria Bell Court Gardens Tucson, AZ 07/2006 to 11/2013
Lead Housekeeper/ Waitstaff
 Trained and directed housekeeping staff to strengthen our team/department
 Managed housekeeping schedule and set goals to utilize time and efficiency
 Assessed resident/co-worker concerns and found an appropriate solution
 Ability to comply under Quality Enhancement guidelines
Grossman Dental Health Tucson, AZ 10/2008 to 04/2010
Dental Assistant:
 Provided chair side assistance to dentist in performance of exams and procedures
 Maintained excellent customer service and promoted comfortable patient care
 Sterilized instruments in accordance to OSHA guidelines