This form is a sample letter in Word format covering the subject matter of the title of the form.
This form is a sample letter in Word format covering the subject matter of the title of the form.
Be Concise and Clear: While expressing gratitude is important, keep the letter concise and to the point. State your intention to resign clearly, including the date of your last working day; this allows your employer to plan for a smooth transition and ensures transparency in your departure.
Please accept this letter as notice of my resignation effective immediately from my position as a department nurse. The role of a nurse is no longer sustainable for myself and my family. Nursing in the current healthcare environment is too detrimental to my mental and physical well-being for me to continue in the role.
6 Steps for a Smooth Nursing Job Resignation Give a formal notice: Handing in a formal notice letter at least two weeks before leaving demonstrates professionalism and respect for your manager and coworkers. Check your facility's policies, as some facilities may require a longer notice period.
This might also be in their employment contract. By law, if an employee has worked for less than 1 month and their written statement does not say the notice period, they do not have to give any notice. If they have worked for at least 1 month, they must give a minimum of 1 weeks' notice.
Time and date, address, statement of resignation, last day of work, statement of gratitude, next steps or important information, and your signature. Done.
Can nurses quit immediately? Unless it's an emergency, it's best to give notice when turning in your resignation letter. Quitting without notice could damage your relationship with your employer, so offering as much notice as you're able to and explaining the situation professionally may protect your reputation.
How to Write a Resignation Letter A greeting: Start formal. A statement of resignation. Offer help with transitioning. Thank your employer for giving you a chance to be a part of their company, and for their time. Leave your contact information for your employer. Sign off with “Sincerely” or “Thank you”
Unless the organization is doing something illegal, unsafe, or you are in danger, it's considered unprofessional to quit without notice. You could be leaving your co-workers to pick up the slack and patients without needed wound care.
Find out what the required amount of notice is and give it (if there is no requirement, the standard practice is 2 weeks). Write your letter explaining that you are resigning--you do not have to explain why if you don't want to. Work your notice: if you are scheduled for any shifts during that time, honor them.
In nursing, many organizations request two weeks although four weeks is preferred to allow the employer time to find and train a replacement. Marshall said that for known departures, such as maternity leave or an out-of-state move, early notice is appreciated so there's plenty of time to fill the opening.