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Martin Avenue
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Tucson, AZ 85721-0203
Tel: (520) 626-6154
Fax: (520) 626-4062
www.nursing.arizona.edu

March 2019

To Whom It May Concern:

I am pleased to recommend Shane Pendleton for the position of new graduate nurse. I
had the pleasure of working with Shane during the fall semester of 2018 as a Clinical Instructor
at The University of Arizona College of Nursing in the course entitled “Acute and Chronic Illness
Management II”. This course integrates the principles of advanced medical and surgical nursing
theory, pathophysiology, and pharmacology into high acuity nursing practice. I supervised Shane
in a high acuity medical/surgical clinical practice setting including intermediate care and intensive
care units. In addition, I observed this student actively participating in clinical development
sessions including simulation and lab settings.
Shane is a strong student who is a self-directed, independent learner. He seeks clinical
experiences which challenge him to grow in the delivery of integrated nursing care. The virtues
Shane possesses include strong critical thinking skills, exemplary work ethic, and excellent
communication skills making him an ideal candidate for any new graduate position. Shane has a
calm demeanor and intuitive approach to delivering care, and blends this with genuine
compassion when providing integrated nursing care to acutely ill patients and their families.
Shane is a fast learner and demonstrated a strong nursing skill set in high acuity
populations. He demonstrated flexibility in the clinical setting, adapting to the needs of his
patients and the unit. Shane worked well with patients, family, and staff, always maintaining a
sense of professionalism. He demonstrates a passion for nursing by delivering thoughtful,
integrated care to patients with high acuity care needs. Overall, Shane is an excellent candidate
for an entry level nursing position in a high acuity, complex care environment. If you have any
questions about Shane’s qualifications, please do not hesitate to contact me.
Sincerely,

Kelly Clark

Kelly Clark, RN, MSN, OCN

Clinical Instructor
kmclark@email.arizona.edu