Creating a competitive OB resume

[Work in Progress]

I am a new grad and I am currently working on a Med/Surg/Tele unit. I fully plan on finishing out my first year in med/surg and I am dedicated to learning what I need and want to learn there, but L&D is where my heart is and I want to start working on things that will make me a competitive candidate for Labor and Delivery when it is time to apply. Most hospitals in the area state they either require one year of hospital nursing, or in some cases one year of labor and delivery specifically.

So, what trainings/certifications/skills would help me stand out among many other nurses with floor experience that are trying to get into OB?

My *current* education, experience, etc:

BSN from well respected University (4.0 GPA)

(will, at that point, have) 1 year of med/surg/tele experience at a teaching hospital

2 years prior to that as a CNA/Nurse Intern on a med/surg/tele unit

ACLS

BLS

Member of Sigma Theta Tau

Volunteer work for local area teen mother mentor program

The things I plan on doing soon to be more competitive:

NRP

basic EFM

AWHONN membership???

Anyhow, what other suggestions would you make?

[tablefor9, RN]

Sounds good to me! Highlight those things and good luck to you!

[kakamegamama]

Sounds liike you are on target! I would also explore the market and see what is available regarding internships in OB for new nurses. Although you will have a year's experience, you will still be new to OB. There should be a good internship for you to "sink your teeth into" so to speak so that you can learn all about OB that you can while supported/mentored by a peceptor, before you are on your own. Good luck to you!!!