Dana A.

Armstrong, RN
1935 Applebrook Dr. Commerce Twp, MI 48382
Phone: (313) 363-7524 Fax: (248) 242-6151 E-Mail: rndarmstrong@gmail.com

February 16, 2015

Re: Recommendation of Therease Taylor for the Masters of Social Work Program
To Whom It May Concern:
Therease and I met and worked together as patient care technicians in 2011, during
which time she was my preceptor. I observed many of her interactions with patients
and families, as well as documentation, and collaboration with other team
members. Although patient care issues were sometimes complex, Therease was
always professional, respectful, and often had effective methods of completing
tasks and diffusing situations. I admire her as a great listener and having the ability
to handle everyone with genuine care and concern.
Our careers went in different directions when I became a registered nurse, and she
went on to further her education in social work. Subsequently I became her
supervisor and realized much more how valuable she was. Despite the change in
our roles, she remained the same as a team player, with high-quality work ethics,
and as an overall go-to person in the department. Therease always had some type
of resource or resolution for any problem that was brought to her attention. She
accepted all delegated tasks without resistance or discussion, which can be hard to
find in my experience. She held everyone accountable for maintaining dignity in
caregiving and advocated for her patients and team members when needed.
I could not think of anyone, professionally or personally, who would be more
deserving of a position in your Masters of Social Work program. Your institution
would be undoubtedly proud to have Therease represent your program, having such
strong character and a genuine love for people.

Sincerely,

Dana A. Armstrong, RN