Recommendation Letter

Student: Trotter Raquel

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My contact with this student:

I had the pleasure of working with the above student during the 2016 fall semester at The University of Arizona College of Nursing. I
taught Raquel in her 2nd semester course entitled Nursing Care of the Childbearing Family: Nursing 368. This course included
theoretical concepts, principles, and techniques for providing care to the childbearing family. Clinical practice focused on the application
of theory and the provision of nursing care to women (gynecological, antepartal, intrapartal, and postpartal), newborns, and their families.

In addition, I observed this student actively participating in clinical development sessions including simulation and lab
settings.

Faculty Evaluation of Student

Outstanding Above Average Average Below Average Unknown
Academic Achievement X
Attitude toward learning new concepts X
Clinical Competence X
Critical Thinking Skills X
Leadership Ability X
Dependability X
Interpersonal Skills X
Verbal Communication X
Written Communication X
Working With Patients/ Families X
Organizational Skills X
Problem-Solving Ability X
Flexibility X
Ability to Work Well With Others X

Additional Comments:
What are the applicants major strengths? Communication, maturity, positive attitude, and patient advocacy. Raquel was
always on time for the clinical setting and prepared for the day. Raquel is very caring toward the patients she takes care
of. Raquel was very eager to learn and continually sought out ways to enhance her learning experience in the clinical
setting. She is very motivated and excited about her career in nursing. She plans to go on for graduate schooling.

What areas need further improvement? None at this time, just needs adequate support as she starts her career as a
graduate RN. .

Raquel will be an excellent asset to your organization.

If you have further questions concerning this applicant, please feel free to contact me at 520-621-7081

Signature: Date: 10/30/2017

Melanie Welch
Clinical Instructor
University of Arizona College of Nursing
520-626-7571
mwelch7@email.arizona.edu