Need help with NP resume

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Hello everyone. I will be graduating from an FNP program this May and I'm working on my resume for future NP jobs. I have a few questions re: this task , as I haven't written a resume on over 6 years:

  • Do you guys find that most NP jobs ask for a CVs or resumes?
  • If a job asks for a CV, do you submit a "resume-styled cv"?
  • Is it ok for the resume to be more than 1 page long?
  • My tentative resume includes: personal info, education, job experience (as an RN), clinical preceptor references. Do i need to inlude my clinical rotations? If so, what info do I provide?
  • How detailed should your rn job descriptions be?
  • Do you include your gpa?

I performed a google search for NP resume templates and I am still lost. Please help. Thanks

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The University of Pennsylvania has posted some terrific samples of nursing resumes, including several for nurse practitioners.

Good luck!

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Specializes in Emergency, Cardiac, PAT/SPU, Urgent Care.

I actually did both - a resume and a CV - and submitted whichever one they asked for. If they asked for either - I sent the CV.

Yes, a CV is typically more than 1-2 pages; but a resume should be limited to 2.

Since I worked in a few different EDs back to back as an RN, I summarized the job descriptions into one because they were essentially the same at each facility - I just listed the different EDs with the corresponding dates of employment above the job description.

For my RN job descriptions - I just probably summarized my duties in 3-6 bulletted lines using more for my more recent positions.

As far as NP clinical experiences - I just summarized what my experiences were (family, peds, Ob/gyn, etc.) and then listed in what types of facilities (city health department, nursing home, family practice office, etc. without listing the exact name/address). I figure I can always get into detail about each experience if asked during an interview.

I did list my MSN G.P.A. under the education section.

The order of my resume was: personal info, education (MSN, BSN), NP student clinical experience summary (bulletted points stating what type of rotations, summary of what I did at the sites, and generalization of the types of sites I was at), professional experience, certifications and awards, professional memberships and community service.

My CV was more detailed and included license numbers and all of my certification numbers, NPI number, relevant courses I took (e.g. - conscious sedations, EKG course, etc.); volunteer work, and publications.

I hope this helps! It worked for me. :)

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Thanks guys, your suggetions really helped

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I'm surprised you didn't have to complete one in your program.

I had to complete one for a grade in my program and it was a big help. As a matter of fact it is the one I am using now for my job search.

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I'm surprised you didn't have to complete one in your program.

I had to complete one for a grade in my program and it was a big help. As a matter of fact it is the one I am using now for my job search.

Yeah! You did not give up and you passed your boards:) Cool. I knew you would do it (I had my fingers crossed you would). I am applying to different jobs and yes most places ask for a CV. I even recommend that you make a portfolio and use it as a marketing tool during your interview. Good Luck.

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What is a CV?

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Specializes in DHSc, PA-C.

A CV is similar to a resume but leads with education, academic appointments, publications, etc...A CV is generally used for grant applications, post doc fellowships, teaching or research positions. More focus on scholarly achievements. A resume is focused on skills and qualifications for a specific position and leads with prior relevant employment history.

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Thanks very much, I'm learning alot on this site ������

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