I began my nursing career 7 years ago and quickly developed a particular interest in care of the geriatric patient. I decided to purse an advanced degree in this field 3 years ago with the desire to provide comprehensive, high-level evidence-based care to the geriatric population. I am excited to have the opportunity to pursue new opportunities in my career with my AGNP degree, and will continue to practice nursing while always remembering what matters most to my patients. 

163 Sherman St Unit 1 Cambridge, MA 02140 · (585) 750-0682

JArchibaldDC@gmail.com · https://www.linkedin.com/in/julie-archibald-868365b8/ ·

Human Resources Department

Boston, MA

To Whom it May Concern,

I am writing to express my interest in the Nurse Practitioner position listed on your career database.  I am a recent graduate of the University of Massachusetts Boston Adult-Gerontological Nurse Practitioner program and feel I would be an excellent fit for this position.

I feel my background gives me a unique advantage for this position. Before pursuing my nursing career, I worked as a chiropractor and have specialized knowledge in musculoskeletal conditions, experience communicating and assessing patients, and can read radiology films. I am passionate about providing high-level, evidence-based, and patient-centered care to the adult/geriatric population. As a Registered Nurse, I have worked closely with the inpatient geriatric team and have a particular interest in advancing care for this population.

I have worked in professional healthcare environments for many years and understand the importance of working as a team and maintaining respect for all members.  I would love the opportunity to work at a well-respected institution such as yours, and believe it is an ideal environment for me to grow in my career as a Nurse Practitioner.

I appreciate your time and consideration.  I look forward to speaking with you.

Sincerely yours,

Julie Archibald

Enclosure: Curriculum Vitae

 

Julie C. Archibald, NP

163 Sherman St Unit 1, Cambridge, MA 02140

JArchibaldDC@gmail.com

(585)750-0682

Career Objective:

To provide high-quality, patient-centered care as a Nurse Practitioner. Over 10 years of healthcare experience with particular interest in the geriatric population.

Education:

University of Massachusetts Boston, Boston, MA

Master of Science in Nursing, Adult-Gerontological Nurse Practitioner Track 

Anticipated graduation: May 2022

GPA 3.95

MCPHS University, Worcester, MA

Bachelor of Science in Nursing, Graduated 2015, GPA 3.75

New York Chiropractic College, Seneca Falls, NY

Doctor of Chiropractic, Graduated 2010

Marist College, Poughkeepsie, NY

Bachelor of Science, Major in Biology/Minor in Psychology, Graduated 2007

Clinical Rotations:

ReadyMED Urgent Care, Auburn, MA

Preceptor Anna Olivo, FNP, 225 hours completed

Mount Auburn Geriatric Outreach, Cambridge, MA

Preceptor Jill Babcock, ANP, 225 hours completed

College of the Holy Cross Student Health Services, Worcester, MA

Preceptor Martha Sullivan, FNP, 50 hours completed

Professional Nursing Experience:

1/2017- Present Registered Nurse at Brigham & Women’s Hospital, Boston, MA

Staff Nurse on 12BC, Orthopaedic, Trauma, and Neurosurgery unit

Precept new staff and senior nursing students, teach pre-operative Joint Replacement Class, Charge Nurse

8/2015- 12/2016 Registered Nurse at Carney Hospital, Dorchester, MA

Float Nurse on 3 North and 3 Northeast, medical-surgical units with telemetry

Other Healthcare Experience:

11/2011-12/2013 Chiropractor, Harmony Chiropractic, Brooklyn, NY

Assessed, diagnosed, and treated patients with musculoskeletal complaints

Awards/Scholarship

Daisy Award Nominee, Brigham & Women’s Hospital, 12/2017

Safety Hero Award, Carney Hospital, 11/2016

5/2015- Present Sigma Theta Tau International, Honor Society of Nursing

12/2014, 8/2014, 5/2014 Dean’s List, MCPHS University

11/2014 Fairlawn Scholars Award, MCPHS University

Professional Development:

American Heart Association ACLS Certified through 2022

Geriatric Care Committee, Brigham & Women’s Hospital, Staff Nurse Geriatric Champion, 2021-present

Nurse Practice Council, Brigham & Women’s Hospital, 12BC/CWN8N member, 2019- present

Attended NICHE’s A State of the Science Geriatric Nursing Conference, 9/2019

Relevant Skills:

Epic User

Familiar with Meditech

References

Available upon request

Purpose: Assessment tools such as the Beers list and STOPP/START criteria have been created to assist patients and healthcare providers in identifying potentially inappropriate medication in older adults.  The aim of this systematic review of the literature is to ascertain whether the use of these assessment tools is effective in preventing adverse drug events.

Methods:  Research articles related to the chosen topic were found using the CINAHL, Ovid, and PubMed databases.  A literature review was conducted.

Results:  A statistically significant association between potentially inappropriate medications identified by the Beers list and STOPP/START criteria and adverse drug events was supported by the research.

Conclusion:  Advanced practice nurses should familiarize themselves with the Beers list and STOPP/START criteria to help prevent adverse drug events cause by potentially inappropriate medications in their older adult patients.