An electronic sign-off appended to the end of an email message, tailored for individuals in the nursing profession, commonly includes essential contact information, credentials, and often, professional affiliations. For example, it might list the nurse’s full name, professional designation (RN, LPN, APRN), title, department, healthcare facility, phone number, and email address. Sometimes, organizational logos or statements of confidentiality are also incorporated.
Such a signature provides a readily available and professional means of verifying a nurses identity and qualifications within electronic communications. This level of transparency fosters trust and clear communication, both vital in healthcare settings. It streamlines the process for recipients to contact the sender directly and ensures professional consistency across all digital correspondence. Historically, standardized formats have emerged as healthcare organizations increasingly prioritized secure and efficient communication.