Nursing Resume

A nurse’s job is to take care of sick and injured people, often acting as assistants to doctors when doing so. Which ever level of nursing you are interested in; nurses observe patients and play a role in diagnosis and treatment so a caring disposition and strong attention to detail is mandatory. The clinical skills and experience of nurses vary greatly with some nurses skills being close to that of doctors.

In your careers section mentioned how many patients would be under your care at any given time, your ability to handle patients and workload is important. In the skills area fully outline any special clinical skills that will show your versatility and ability to take on more responsibility.

Interpersonal skills are crucial firstly for the patient in keeping them comfortable and establishing their symptoms. Also show how you are able to liaise with fellow work colleagues, health professionals, the public and family members of patients.

Sample Nursing Resumes

Vanessa McDonald	Resume

DATE OF BIRTH / AGE:	16 September 1979 / 28
ADDRESS:	5 Pottery Place, Kensington 3031
CONTACT NUMBER:	Home: +61 3 8888 9999 Work: +61 3 8877 6655
E-MAIL ADDRESS:	Venessa.McDonald@someemail.com
NATIONALITY:	Australian
EDUCATION:	RMIT University, Melbourne, Australia (February 1998- November 2000), Bachelor of Nursing
SKILLS & TRAINING:	Have developed an ongoing rapport with patients in diverse environments A strong knowledge of the therapies involved in Dermatology, Neurology and Growth Hormones Training and education of staff and patients Monitored patients, established symptoms and played a key role in diagnosis Have remained calm during critical incidents
CAREER HISTORY
January 2005 – Current	Pharmaceutical Professionals Clinical Nurse Educator Provided comprehensive clinical education and support services to a range of patients Areas of expertise were Dermatology, Neurology and Growth Hormones Visited patients in homes and clinics across the Melbourne metropolitan area Kept a portfolio of up to 25 patients at any given time
April 2001 – December 2004	*The Royal Melbourne Hospital - City Campus, Parkville* Registered Nurse Assigned to provide patient care for 10 patients in area 2. Assisted with the admittance and discharge of patients. Performed clinical tasks according to hospital policies. Assisted in the orientation of new staff members. Assessed patient conditions and advised of changes in status. Monitored and maintained patient charts. Assisted patients and family members in the education of health care needs.
INTERESTS / ACTIVITIES:	I love dogs though I don’t have one myself, so I volunteer at the dog’s shelter twice a month. I love reading long novels and watching epic movies. I love to cook, especially Asian style food and am currently learning basic Mandarin.
REFERENCES:	References on request