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  1. May 31, '07 by
    Hello..I'm kind of in the same boat..my only experience was the rotations, but I've been out of school for two years. I just passed the nclex ..so now it is new chapter of my life...to get a job in nursing..w/o any expirience..anyone has an idea..how to I start? where is the best hospital..where should I apply?..all the new dilemma.. :spin:












    Quote from luvs2readlots
    Mam I'm with you. But I have another twist...my most recent work experience, while all in the medical field as a medical coder/billing analyst or administrative asst all occured more than 12 years ago! For the last 12 years I have been a stay at home Mom! I will finish my ADN in May, 2008. Do I list the employment history that is medically relevant, but 12 years old?, do I write a resume like a new grad, ignoring previous experience? I'm totally lost! Any pointers anyone can give would be most appreciated!
  2. May 31, '07 by
    Quote from Marylu
    Writing a great resumé is tough for a new grad. So can you imagine when it's a career change? I have 20 years of experience in Production Planning, Customer Service, Documentation in Construction Engineering, etc. Now how on earth do I combine this?
    Mam Rooky
    I think the key is to not overwhelm hiring managers with your past experience on a resume. Just a few sentences to highlight skills that will still apply when you are a nurse.

    The nursing process is similar to what happens in many corporate settings when planning and evaluating projects and campaigns: assess, diagnose, plan, implement, evaluate.

    Your customer service is valuable: you want to make sure every customer's experience is the best it can be (just like you will for your patients).

    And you probably have supervisory experience as well (just as you will delegate to CNAs) and have worked with multiple teams to make sure projects are completed.

    On my resume, after all my nursing school and CNA experience and education, I have just a few sentences about my past corporate life (key phrases in bold and company specifics deleted here). Now, I've been on a few nursing interviews, and no one has mentioned my past corporate experience, but it does show responsibility and longevity, and at least it makes me feel better that my past experience is not wasted.

    I also have a lot of volunteer experience listed at the end of my resume. I think it adds a nice balance to the dry corporate stuff... especially because some of the organizations I've volunteered for have been health/disease related.

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    DIRECT MARKETING PROJECT MANAGER
    ---Managed direct response marketing projects for tax software company. Coordinated efforts of multiple teams to complete projects on time, under budget, and in adherence with quality standards.

    DIRECT MARKETING PROJECT MANAGER
    ---Managed marketing campaigns for vitamins, nutritional supplements, and homeopathic medicines. Analyzed sales results to plan, implement, and evaluate the success of future campaigns. Restructured order fulfillment and reorder process to better serve customers.

    COMMUNICATIONS MANAGER
    ---Developed and managed marketing/PR campaigns to promote concerts and educational outreach programs held in San Diego and Mexico. Supervised assistants, box office staff, and interns.


    VOLUNTEERISM
    Volunteer San Diego
    Muscular Dystrophy Association
    San Diego Senior Community Center
    Children’s Miracle Network Telethon
    CalPIRG: Homeless issues and advocacy
    San Diego Performing Arts League
    Last edit by GoldenFire5 on May 31, '07
  3. May 31, '07 by
    i got a copy of "anatomy of a job search: a nurses's guide to finding and landing the job you want" at the nsna convention. it is a great resource!! it has sample cover letters and resumes as well as interviewing tips!
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  4. Jun 1, '07 by
    Thanks for the tips, I will work on it this weekend and see what I can do...Thanks Meloney!!!! I will do as you say..it does make sense to put just a bit of my past experience and everything ends up to the same basics as nursing.
  5. Sep 13, '07 by
    i am a new grad and licensed registered nurse. do you guys know what is the format for resume having no experience only clinical rotations during duties at school. please help me and send me a copy of sample resume..thank you so much..hoping for your kind response.
  6. Sep 13, '07 by
    Quote from yashimi
    i am a new grad and licensed registered nurse. do you guys know what is the format for resume having no experience only clinical rotations during duties at school. please help me and send me a copy of sample resume..thank you so much..hoping for your kind response.

    hey try this link

    http://www.udel.edu/CSC/pdfs/NurseResumes.pdf updated 2/6/08

    if you need any further help pm me.
    Last edit by NRSKarenRN on Feb 7, '08 : Reason: updated link
  7. Sep 13, '07 by
    Quote from maro
    hey try this link

    http://www.udel.edu/CSC/NurseResumes.pdf

    if you need any further help pm me.
    maro..thanks a lot for your help! :wink2:
  8. Sep 26, '07 by
    please help me make a cover letter.. anyone? pls..;-)

    so far, this is what i have.. please check it..


    Dear XXX,

    I am writing to inquire for a possible employment as a Licensed Vocational Nurse in your facility. I graduated last April in XXX and just passed my NCLEX last August.

    I believe I would make a positive addition to your nursing staff. Though I don't have experience working in a nursing field before, working as a hotel concierge for the past 2 years, I have learned to adapt quickly, make quick decisions, anticipate the needs of our guests and provide a good customer service. Aside from that I am a quick learner and a very hardworking person.

    Thank you for taking time to review my resume. I am looking forward to meeting you soon to discuss possible employment. I will be avalable for an interview at your convenience and may be reach at XXX-XXXXXX. I look forward hearing from you.

    Sincerely,

    XXX



    Please if anyone can suggest to make it better, please post it asap.. thanks;-)
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  9. Sep 26, '07 by
    Quote from meggy156838
    please help me make a cover letter.. anyone? pls..;-)

    so far, this is what i have.. please check it..


    Dear XXX,

    I am writing to inquire for a possible employment as a Licensed Vocational Nurse in your facility. I graduated last April in XXX and just passed my NCLEX last August.

    I believe I would make a positive addition to your nursing staff. Though I don't have experience working in a nursing field before, working as a hotel concierge for the past 2 years, I have learned to adapt quickly, make quick decisions, anticipate the needs of our guests and provide a good customer service. Aside from that I am a quick learner and a very hardworking person.

    Thank you for taking time to review my resume. I am looking forward to meeting you soon to discuss possible employment. I will be avalable for an interview at your convenience and may be reach at XXX-XXXXXX. I look forward hearing from you.

    Sincerely,

    XXX



    Please if anyone can suggest to make it better, please post it asap.. thanks;-)
    My suggestions:

    Don't give them reasons not to hire you, i.e. delete the "though I don't have any nursing experience." You DO have nursing experience (you got through all those clinicals, right?). So instead highlight how those experiences will benefit them. But do leave in the part about the skills you learned from your prior career and how they will help you in nursing.

    Also I would change "last April" and "last August" to April 2007 (or if it was 2006). It's kind of ambiguous to the reader if you just passed the NCLEX last month or last year (if they think you meant last year they may be wondering what you've been doing if not nursing).
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  10. Sep 28, '07 by
    Thanks arcidee.. really appreciate it.. i revised it already, i added the nursing experiences i had during our clinical...
    Thanks again;-)
    Quote from arciedee
    My suggestions:

    Don't give them reasons not to hire you, i.e. delete the "though I don't have any nursing experience." You DO have nursing experience (you got through all those clinicals, right?). So instead highlight how those experiences will benefit them. But do leave in the part about the skills you learned from your prior career and how they will help you in nursing.

    Also I would change "last April" and "last August" to April 2007 (or if it was 2006). It's kind of ambiguous to the reader if you just passed the NCLEX last month or last year (if they think you meant last year they may be wondering what you've been doing if not nursing).