[Your Name]
[Your Address]
[City, State ZIP]
[Your Email]
[Your Phone Number]
[Date]

[Hiring Manager's Name]
[Title]
[Hospital Name]
[Hospital Address]
[City, State ZIP]

Dear [Hiring Manager's Name],

I am writing to apply for the New Graduate Nurse position in the Medical-Surgical Unit at [Hospital Name]. I completed my final clinical rotation in your facility's med-surg unit under the supervision of [Preceptor Name], RN, and I am excited about the opportunity to begin my nursing career with your team.

During my Bachelor of Science in Nursing program at [University Name], I developed strong clinical skills across diverse patient populations. My medical-surgical rotation at [Hospital Name] gave me hands-on experience managing post-operative patients, administering medications, and coordinating care with interdisciplinary teams. I independently cared for up to [number] patients per shift, performing assessments, wound care, and patient education while maintaining accurate documentation.

One experience that solidified my interest in medical-surgical nursing involved [specific patient care example]. I noticed [specific observation] during my assessment. After reporting these findings to my preceptor, we implemented interventions that [positive outcome]. This experience reinforced the importance of thorough assessments and early intervention in acute care settings.

I recently passed my NCLEX-RN examination and hold current BLS and ACLS certifications. I am particularly drawn to [Hospital Name]'s commitment to [specific hospital program or value] and your [specific program name]. Your facility's focus on [specific focus area] aligns with my goal of building a strong foundation in medical-surgical nursing.

I would welcome the opportunity to discuss how my clinical training and enthusiasm for patient care can contribute to your team. Thank you for considering my application. I look forward to speaking with you about this position.

Sincerely,
[Your Name]