Listing GPA on resume?

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Specializes in LTC.

Does anyone do this? I completed my LVN program with a high GPA. I'm trying to get my resume together and I'm having a hard time trying to find something that would really set me apart from other applicants other than this one point. I guess I'm trying to see if employers really care about this. Having worked previously for nine years at dead-end jobs, there isn't really anything outstanding I can say I accomplished. I also realize there is a difference in being book smart and having a knack for hands-on work (which I'm not totally confident in largely because I wasn't exposed to very much during my clinical experience) so doing well in school doesn't automatically mean you'll be an above average employee. I'm probably over-thinking this but any help would be appreciated.

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Yes, 3.0 and over only!

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Specializes in Cardiac, NICU, ED.

If it is great, I would list it for sure. I would think like a 3.3 or above. Feel free to mention honors or high honors as well.

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I would only list it if it was something REALLY good, like 3.8 or above. But to be honest, they don't really care. As long as you have your license.

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I just went to a resume writing workshop, they say if you have less than a 3.0, don't mention it

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Specializes in LTC.

GPA's doesn't mean you will be a better nurse. 3.0's aren't going to make more than 4.0s.

I guess it doesn't hurt to mention it, however focus on your interview and skills you can bring in as a new nurse .

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Specializes in LTC.

Thanks everyone. I'll go ahead and put it down. I just wasn't sure if it mattered or not. I'm in an area where it sounds like new grads are having a hard time finding jobs so I need all the help I can get.

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ya know.. I am in the application process and one of the hospitals here e-mailed me and wanted and unofficial copy of my transcripts. I have NO idea why, i sent them as my GPA is 3.5. My question is as long as I get my RN.. why should it matter if I got good grades or got through by the skiin of my teeth?

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Specializes in LTC.
ya know.. I am in the application process and one of the hospitals here e-mailed me and wanted and unofficial copy of my transcripts. I have NO idea why, i sent them as my GPA is 3.5. My question is as long as I get my RN.. why should it matter if I got good grades or got through by the skiin of my teeth?

It shouldn't matter because everyone takes the same exam. Maybe some employers are finding they can be pickier with fewer jobs available.

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Specializes in Psych ICU, addictions.

I was told that if it is a good GPA (3.5 and higher) to put it down, especially if you're lacking prior experience.

Whether it'll make a difference...I don't know. I guess I'll find out when it comes time to job hunt after graduation :)

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Specializes in DOU.

I put both of my GPAs on my resume, and I listed them separately. I decided to do this because I had NO work experience in 16 years (I stayed home to raise my kids). I also included unofficial transcripts with my resume.

My nursing school GPA was 3.9

My previous degree's GPA was 4.0

The woman in HR was glad they were there, and it DID matter to her. She said the previous year, they hired 25 new grads, and the majority of them didn't work out because they weren't smart enough, and now they were taking GPA into consideration when hiring.

It's competitive out there. Use anything you have.

(I got the job.)

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Specializes in ER/EHR Trainer.
I put both of my GPAs on my resume, and I listed them separately. I decided to do this because I had NO work experience in 16 years (I stayed home to raise my kids). I also included unofficial transcripts with my resume.

My nursing school GPA was 3.9

My previous degree's GPA was 4.0

The woman in HR was glad they were there, and it DID matter to her. She said the previous year, they hired 25 new grads, and the majority of them didn't work out because they weren't smart enough, and now they were taking GPA into consideration when hiring.

It's competitive out there. Use anything you have.

(I got the job.)

Congratulations on the job! I too would mention graduating with honors and GPA if good, I did. My problem with your comment is that HR actually commented on their previous hires and that they weren't smart enough. The majority of nurses with whom I attended school barely made it through our rigorous program and they were all extremely bright! While GPA matters, it is truly not a measure of intelligence! I'd like to see the HR person's GPA, perhaps by her/his standards he/she is not intelligent enough for her position or she would've hired the people that actually "fit" the job the first time.

JMHO

Maisy

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