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I moved to Alberta July 1st.. SUPER excited to start nursing out here... and applied to 20 jobs.. and didn't get a single interview or anything. Working now as my other profession, but it doesn't really pay the bills.

I really need help with someone going over my resume and cover letter, to maybe give me a better chance at landing an interview.

Thank you SO much in advance for anyone who is able to give me a hand. :)

(I've removed all the cities and name of place I worked specifically)

I am submitting an application for a nursing position within the ----- as advertised on the Indeed.com job website. I believe my qualifications and experiences make me an ideal candidate for this position.

I have over a year and a half experience working in a fast-paced home-care based setting, where I was working with diverse populations, with varying levels of physical and mental abilities, providing care to mixed-age groups, including children. I am eager to continue contributing my knowledge and gain new experiences within your organization.

As a Home Care Nurse, I was often responsible for the care of medically-fragile children and teenagers and I discovered a passion for working with minors. I skillfully created a safe, comfortable environment for my young patients and my approachable, gentle nature ensured highly-therapeutic relationships. My education as a Social Service Worker enabled to me to confidently liaise and collaborate with other professionals involved in the patient's care, access community supports, and advocate for my patients. Additionally, I have demonstrated the ability to help provide support to families facing difficult diagnoses, as well as patients facing a variety of challenges. I have successfully incorporated a unique blend of whole-patient care; I value partnering with my clients and focusing on the promotion of health, a holistic approach to healing and supportive therapeutic nurse-client relationships.

I thank you for taking the time to review my resume and I hope this brief account of my competencies intrigues you enough to invite me to further discuss the details of this position.

Sincerely,

xxx

SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS

• Baccalaureate of Science in Nursing

• ACLS certified

• BLS for HCP's CPR-C & AED

• Current criminal record check

• Experience in a community and primary care setting

• Strong written and oral communication

• Knowledge and proficiency in current, evidenced-based methods and practices of primary care delivery, with an emphasis on health promotion, risk reduction, (through universal precautions) and chronic disease management in a home setting

• Multi-tasking skills related to the delivery of efficient primary care

• Practical skills including; venipuncture, giving IM/SC/ID injections, PCA, antibiotic therapy, IV therapy, blood sugar monitoring and Insulin administration, stoma care, management of simple and complex wounds, VAC dressings, CADD pumps, PICC/Central line care, paracentesis and thoracentesis drain care, catheter insertion and care, pain management, care of patients on respirators or oxygen therapy, palliative and end-of-life care

• Leadership, organization, research, evaluation, time management, communication, and interpersonal skills

• Works effectively, both independently, and as part of an inter-disciplinary team

• Flexible with the ability to adapt quickly in a high energy ever-changing environment

• Exhibits open and non-judgmental attitude

• Knowledge of and proficiency in the use of computer software, more specifically in Microsoft Office, Open Office, and has knowledge and experience in the application of electronic medical records (EMR)

EMPLOYMENT HISTORY

Experienced Pet Stylist August 2016 – Present

PetSmart AB

• Pampering pets by providing expert styling services to keep them healthy, happy and looking great.

Home Nursing Care December 2014 – June 2016

ParaMed Home Health Care ON

• Strong assessment skills encompassing physical, emotional, mental, and environmental needs.

• Seeking knowledge about services available to the client, collecting additional information, adjusting the care plan, and consulting with peers to enhance and optimize client well-being.

• Communicating, verbally and nonverbally, with clients in order to establish and promote short and long term nurse-client relationships.

• Learned new practical nursing skills and refined previously learned skills.

• Providing holistic, one-on-one, caring, empathetic, compassionate nursing care, and a therapeutic milieu within the work place.

Business Owner │ Four on the Floor Animal Grooming April 2012 – June 2016

Dog Groomer │ The Pet Shack , ON December 2009 – February 2011

Dog Groomer │ The Paw Spa, ON September 2009 – July 2010

• Liaising and maintaining relations with clients and customers

• Scheduling appointment and pick up times with clients over the phone

• Selecting appropriate shampoos, conditioners, and products for a variety of skin and coat types

• Thoroughly inspecting pets for signs and symptoms of disease and parasitic infections; and having knowledge of processes of disease development, and transmission of diseases between animals

• Salon and equipment maintenance and sanitation

• Ordering supplies and inventory control

• Referring clients to a Veterinarian or Pet trainer when needed

Home Care Provider Summer 2009

Private Home ON

• Prepared meals

• Preformed house-keeping activities such as laundry, and washing dishes

• Accompanied client on outings to ensure their safety

PRACTICAL EXPERIENCE

4th Year Nursing Experience

Medical/Surgical Unit & Special Care Unit - ON

Home Nursing Care – Victorian Order of Nurses, , ON

Acute Care & Emergency Care - Nipigon Memorial Hospital, ON

3rd Year Nursing Placements

Oncology –

Cardiac –

Seniors' Psychiatry Day Program–

2nd Year Nursing Placements

Paediatrics –

Medical Surgical –

Acquired Brain Injury Unit –

EDUCATION/CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSURE

College and Associates of Registered Nurses of Alberta Renewal Date – September 2016

BLS for HCP's CPR-C & AED Renewal Date – July 2017

Caring for the Peritoneal Dialysis Patient at Home 11 hours

Learning Essential Approaches to Palliative and End-of-Life Care 14 hours

Bachelor of Science in Nursing Degree (BScN) – Compressed Program 2014

ON

Intravenous & Vascular Access Therapy Lab 2013

Veterinary Assistant Program – Graduated with Honours 2009

ON

Animal Grooming Program – Graduated with Honours 2009

ON

Social Service Worker Diploma 2008

ON

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Specializes in geriatrics.

Your resume and cover letter are well written and you have some experience. It's likely not you. Oil has tanked in AB and there are more applicants than jobs.

All we hear about lately at work is managing resources, budget cuts and wage freezes. I've worked for AHS when they had adequate funds and they were still cost cutting the front line staff.

Consider applying to home care agencies or small towns, in addition to AHS. Apply to everything. Also, 20 applications is not much. You may need to apply to 50-100 more positions in this market.

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Thank you so much for your feedback. I was starting to really get down about it. I will keep on applying. :)

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Specializes in Acute Spine, Neuro, Thoracic's, LTC.

Not sure where in Alberta you are but I'm in Calgary and have 8 years of experience. I've applied to about 50 jobs over the last couple months with no responses either. The job market is horrible right now:(

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I would take the latest pet grooming off. Also have your nursing experience and education and certifications higher up.

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