New NP grad RN-NP

[CitySoul]

Recently graduated as a women's health NP. Former critical care nurse. None of my past experience is applicable to jobs. I can write general things on my resume regarding communication, empathetic care, attention to detail, assessment, and following protocols. However, literally entirely different worlds to the point where my resume is practically empty. I've listed rotations from school clinicals, but what else can I do?

Also, is it helpful to have DEA prior to applying?

[Corey Narry, MSN, RN, NP]

"I've listed rotations from school clinicals, but what else can I do?"

That's really all you can do. The advantage of pursuing a field that is closely aligned with your RN specialty is that you have an existing network of contacts and leads to where you can potentially find jobs. In your case, your clinical rotations will be your networking source. You also are in a narrow field of specialty.