New nurse...resume question

oguesswhat · Jul 10, 2009

Oh and how do I write it exactly?

HouTx, BSN, MSN, EdD · Jul 10, 2009

The only time I have ever seen NCLEX actually referenced on a resume is when it a graduate nurse indicating when he/she is scheduled to take it. Otherwise, passing NCLEX is automically assumed by the credentials you put on your resume - RN, LV/PN. No one ever keeps it on their resume after the fact.

oguesswhat · Jul 10, 2009

Ok so do I put RN after my name then? So I do not need to write my license number on my resume then?

llg, PhD, RN · Jul 10, 2009

I used to put my license number right under my name and address, simply listing the state and the number. However, someone suggested that I remove the number as it might make it possible for someone to "steal it." I am not sure how they would do that or use it for some bad purpose, it made sense to me. So now, I just state

Registered Nurse, Commonwealth of Virginia

Pediatric Critical Care Columnist · Jul 10, 2009

Most employers will want to see proof that you're licensed when you do all the HR stuff after hire. They often also want proof that you've up-to-date with your BLS too, and a criminal records check, fingerprints and a few other things. You shouldn't need to put your license number on your resume, because you can't legally call yourself an RN or LPN if you haven't passed the exam and paid for your credentials.

oguesswhat · Jul 11, 2009

Most employers will want to see proof that you're licensed when you do all the HR stuff after hire. They often also want proof that you've up-to-date with your BLS too, and a criminal records check, fingerprints and a few other things. You shouldn't need to put your license number on your resume, because you can't legally call yourself an RN or LPN if you haven't passed the exam and paid for your credentials.

But I have passed the exam...and I am licensed.

llg, PhD, RN · Jul 11, 2009

Your prospective employer will verify your license with the state board directly as part of the process of hiring you. They may or many not need you to give them your license number to do that.

I would give your license number to them if they ask for it as part of your application, but I would not include the number on a resume that you might distribute widely at job fairs, etc. You can just include the name of the state and what license you hold on a resume that you will distribute widely.