So, how do you distinguish yourself from the other nurses that are competing for the same position? To begin, make a list of your qualifications and experience, as this will be the basis of your nursing resume. Here are some pointers to consider if you're applying for a job and want to make your resume stand out.

Make Your CV Scream Healthcare

One of the finest techniques when dealing with nursing students is to "make your RN resume SCREAM healthcare," which means emphasizing all of your healthcare talents to keep the reader intrigued and wanting to read more. Your goal with a new nurse resume should be to impress the reader enough that they want to meet with you and learn more about you.

Focus On Your Skills, Experiences, And Accomplishment

If you've already done it, brag about it! CPR/BLS training, CNA certificates, and any healthcare-related licensures (don't forget to add your RN license) could all be listed on a registered nurse resume. List any honors or achievements you've received, such as dean's list or high honors, as well as any national recognition you've received, such as Sigma Theta Tau International Honors Society or being a scholarship recipient.

If you're multilingual, know American Sign Language, or have other experience/certifications, these are all valuable nursing talents to put on your resume. These can make you stick out from the crowd a little more than other applicants.

Make a note of your hospital facility and unit type.

Particularly for nurses seeking a position at a facility or program where they already have the expertise, facility and unit information are excellent markers of experience to future employers and academic institutions.

Select a Simple Font

Use a simple typeface that is easy to read for both hiring managers and applicant management systems when designing your resume. Many typefaces are available to make your resume clear and easy to read while also maintaining your style.

Check Your Formatting

A résumé can be formatted in a variety of ways, but the most important thing to remember is to remain consistent. The applicant's name should be the most visible text on the page. To direct the reader's attention to the most significant elements of the résumé, utilize a bold typeface and other fonts.

Keep a Close Eye on the Length

The intended audience is the most important consideration when determining how long a résumé should be. A résumé is only looked at for six seconds on average by a job recruiter. In this circumstance, the information must be concise. The reviewer is likely to move on to the next résumé if it is more than a few pages long.

Be Easily Reachable

Include all of your contact information so that potential employers can readily reach you. You should provide your entire name, street address, city, state, zip code, phone number, and email address. Include links to your LinkedIn profile and, if you have one, your professional website. In some situations, you may not want to include your entire mailing address, but it is generally a good practice to do so.

Follow Instructions Carefully

Follow the employer's directions when sending an email résumé. It's possible that your resume will need to be linked to the email message and in a specific format, such as Word or PDF. Always follow the instructions given by your future boss.

Examine Your Resume Carefully

Always take the time to thoroughly analyze your resume and get it double-checked by a second pair of eyes. Check your spelling. When trying to make a good first impression on your resume, misspelled words are the last thing you want to do. When reviewing your nursing resume, consider whether it will keep the reader interested enough to continue reading.

Make Your Content Keyword-Friendly

Keep in mind that large hospitals and health care systems use software to sort through the hundreds or thousands of résumés they receive when writing a résumé for a specific employment vacancy. The software searches for terms associated with open posts. Review the job description for any words or terms that appear more than once to find the keywords that employers may be looking for. In the résumé, these terms should be mentioned.

Even if you aren't looking for work right now, keeping your résumé up to date will make the process go more smoothly when the right opportunity comes along. With this in mind, the suggestions listed above should be followed when creating and updating your résumés.

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