Nurse Resume Example

A nurse resume is a bit different in content than a standard resume in what your employer will emphasize. After all these are peoples lives on the line and liability issues are no higher than in health care.

Below is a nurse resume example. We will point out some things you should consider while filling out each section.

Objective: This doesn't have to be long but it should be a powerful statement of the exact nursing position you seek and project that you are experienced and confident in skills. You may a special skill here to grab the reviewers attention.

Profile: List what you are good at especially skills and demeanor that help minimize hospital liability and increase patient satisfaction.

Experience: List everything you have done even if it was for one day. Make it sound as if you were a take charge nurse and an asset to the team. This is the most scrutinized part of the resume and will make or break you in whether you get an interview. Make it positive.

Education: List your entire nurse related education and any clinical training.

Certifications: You will notice in the nurse resume example that this includes your state licences first and then any other certifications.

If you have any other skills or special training add a skills heading at the end of the resume and list your skills. Add your NCLEX here if you did well on that exam.

Every hospital will run a criminal background check. Be prepared to explain any complaints. Major hospitals will disqualify you as a candidate if there are before an interview unless you are uniquely qualified for the position where competition is scarce.

Victoria Smith
1533 Wanebrook Ave, Pico Rivera, CA 90608
Home Ph 562-571-1212 vicsmith@yahoo.com

OBJECTIVE

Seeking a registered nurse position in a busy medical health center where my qualified experience will be fully utilized.

CAREER PROFILE

Proven to remain professional and calm throughout critical incidents.
Possess strong analytical skills, assessment of conditions and implementation of intervention.
Problem solving aptitude and implementation of solutions to complex problems.
Sensitive to diverse needs in special situations.
Hardworking and flexible; adapt easily to change of work schedule and assignments.
Personable demeanor with a positive attitude; calm interaction with patients and coworkers.
Motivational personality able to foster a positive working environment that uplifts patients’ spirits.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Presbyterian Hospital, Whittier, CA 2004 - Present
Job Title

Provide post operative care for adult and geriatric patients with hip injuries and conditions including posterior cervical discectomies and lumbar laminectomies.
Educate patients and their families on aspects of therapeutic regimens, including assigned medications.
Administer oral and intramuscular medications.
Implemented changes to the medical unit regarding assignment prioritizing, resulting in better of patient care, and plan of care.

Bellflower Kaiser, Tucson, AZ 2000 – 2004
Job Title

Assisted with admittance and discharge of patients.
Performed clinical tasks in accordance to hospital policies.
Assisted in the training of new staff members.
Assessed patient conditions and advised doctors of changes.
Monitored and maintained patient charts.

EDUCATION

Laurence Nursing Acadamy, Tarkington, AZ
1996 – 2000
Bachelor of Science in Nursing

Grover College, Tucson, AZ
1994 - 1996
B.A, in Health Care Management

CERTIFICATIONS

California Registered Nurse License #535585-55, 3581
California Licensed Practical Nursing License #4348424-44, 4763

PALS, TNCC, BLS, ACLS

AFFILIATIONS

Emergency Nurses Association

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