cover letter

Criterion

Explanation

Points

Score

Cover Letter

Correct Business Letter Format

15 total points

Correctly Addressed to Hiring Facility’s CNO or Nurse Recruiter

(5 points)

Correct Salutation

(5 points)

Correct Closure

(5 points)

Cover Letter Body

Introduction of Yourself (1-2 Sentences)

30 total points

Justification for Good Job Fit

EX. strengths, experience, shared mission

(3-4 Sentences maximum)

Conclusion

EX. Thanks for consideration, anticipate contact in coming weeks

(1-2 Sentences)

Resume

Name, Credentials, Contact Information

30 total points

Qualifications – Education, Experience, etc. Begin with most current date.

Cover Letter and Resume

Professional Appearance/ Writing Style

25 points

No Spelling Errors

(5 points)

No Grammar Errors

Capitalization, Periods, Comma, Hyphens, etc.

(5 points)

Articulate, Clear, Easy to Read

(5 points)

Visually Appealing

(5 points)

Correct Length

(5 points)

Total Points

100 points