new grad resume?

Published Jan 29, 2014

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Hello! Below I posted my resume (with identifying info changed). Was wondering if ppl here could take a look at it and offer some advice on format/order, wording, what I should leave in or take out, ect... I am applying to a couple residency programs that are seeking RN students who graduate this may. And questions: should new grads keep their resume just one page? (mine is exactly 1, tho it was difficult to make it so). I also didn't really list my clinical experience much, except for the name of the "very well known hospital" and the study abroad experience - i feel like those will make me stand out a bit more. Should i be listing all of my clinical rotations (dates, locations, skills carried out) or is how i formatted it okay? I hear mixed opinions...

FirstName, Lastname

street address, phone#(xxx)-xxx-xxxx, [email protected]

EDUCATION:

Bachelor of Science Degree with a major in nursing May 2014

State University Major GPA: 3.95/4.0

Accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing (CCNE)

Current certification in Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers

(NCLEX test date: June 2014 - estimated)

CLINICAL EXPERIENCE:

Will complete 840 hours of clinical rotations by graduation in the following settings: surgical/trauma ICU, psychiatrics, community health, obstetrics, pediatrics, medical-surgical, and geriatrics.

- Performed Foley catheter insertion and removal, skin/wound care, dressing changes, gathered vitals, checked blood sugars, removed sutures/staples, provided client support, family/ patient education, analyzed ABGs and metabolic profiles, administered PO/SQ/IM/IV/topical/inhalation medications, provided all necessary documentation using Epic and Cerner electronic medical records

- Collaborated with classmates and EuropeSchool in the creation of a community health assessment in EuropeCity, EuropeCountry

Senior Capstone scheduled to be completed at VeryWellKnownHospital in Spring 2014

VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE:

Student Nurses Association Treasurer, January 2014 - present

- Balance Student Nurses Association account for all credits and debits

- Participate in volunteer activities: mentor-mentee program & first aid and learning tents during community events and fairs

- Scheduled to attend the State Student Nurses Association and National Student Nurses Association conferences in Spring 2014

Student Nurses Association Member, September 2009 - current

- Volunteered at Relay for Life, city marathon, fundraising events

- Regularly attended monthly meetings

Nursing Student Learning Communities, August 2009 - May 2011

- Volunteered at blood drives, Alzheimer's Walk, & community homes to assist seniors with activities

RECENT WORK EXPERIENCE:

Sales Associate at Store, Mall - City, State, February 2011-present

- Provided exceptional costumer service, proved ability to multitask and remain calm under pressure, demonstrated good work ethic by taking on extra shifts and always being on time

Sales Associate at Store, Mall - City, State, July 2011 - July 2012

- Worked independently and with a team, effectively collaborated and communicated with co-workers and leaders to solve costumer related issues